County of Contra Costa
Deputy District Attorney I
County of Contra Costa, Los Angeles, California, United States,
Bargaining Unit: Deputy District Attorney's Association
The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office is committed to seeking justice and enhancing public safety for all our residents. To achieve this, we work tirelessly to determine the best outcome for all parties in the criminal justice system by ethically and responsibly considering each case.
The District Attorney's Office is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill five (5) Deputy District Attorney I vacancies.
We are looking for someone who is:
Committed to public serviceAble to exercise good judgment and thoughtfully exercise prosecutorial discretionAble to pursue just results in an ethical and responsible mannerSelf-motivated and able to handle a large volume of casesEnthusiastic about principles and application of criminal lawAble to communicate effectively with all personsInnovative and efficient at legal research methodsWhat you will typically be responsible for:
Interviewing and advising victims about prospective criminal complaints and court processesTrying misdemeanor cases and conducting preliminary felony hearingsCompleting police agencies’ requests to review reports and issue criminal filingsCollaborating with defense attorneys and judges to discuss plea agreementsResearching and writing legal points and authorities and presenting them in courtPreparing pleadings and other papers in connection with trials, hearings and other legal proceedingsA few reasons you might love this job:
You will work in a fun and dynamic environment with others who have strong values and integrityYou will serve the community through the daily pursuit of justiceYou love the courtroom environment and the honor of representing the People of the State of CaliforniaYou will be challenged daily in a fast-paced work environmentYou meet with diverse members of our community from all backgrounds and thoughtfully consider their perspective as you pursue each caseA few challenges you might face in this job:
Managing multiple tasks and deadlinesWorking as part of a team and ensuring that your level of preparation sets others up for successYou will need to stay current and adjust to trial and hearing procedures
Competencies Required:
Critical Thinking:
Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claimsReading Comprehension:
Understanding and using written informationEstablishing Credibility:
Doing what he/she commits to doing and respecting the confidentiality of information and concerns shared by othersHandling Stress:
Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversityProfessional Integrity & Ethics:
Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountabilitySelf-Management:
Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependabilityListening:
Fully comprehending spoken communicationOral Communication:
Engaging effectively in dialogueWriting:
Communicating effectively in writingNegotiating:
Reaching mutually satisfying agreements and compromiseProfessional Impact:
Presenting self as a positive representative of the organizationValuing Diversity:
Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplaceLicense Required:
Possession of a valid California motor vehicle operator's license. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process.
Registration:
Active membership in the State Bar of California.
PERSONS AWAITING THE RESULTS OF THE JULY 2024 BAR EXAM ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY:
Applicants are eligible to apply for this position if (1) they are licensed to practice law in this state by the State Bar of California, or (2) they have taken the most recent bar exam administered by the State Bar of California and are currently awaiting the results of that bar exam, or if they have passed the California State Bar exam and are currently awaiting certification from the State Bar of California regarding their eligibility to practice law in this state.Application Filing and Evaluation:
Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application, applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.Training and Experience Questionnaire:
Candidates will be required to complete a training and experience questionnaire at the time of filing. The responses to the training and experience questions on the supplemental questionnaire will be used to evaluate candidates' relevant education, training and/or experience as it relates to the Deputy District Attorney I Classification.
(Weighted 100%)CONVICTION HISTORY:
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.DISASTER SERVICE WORKER:
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office is committed to seeking justice and enhancing public safety for all our residents. To achieve this, we work tirelessly to determine the best outcome for all parties in the criminal justice system by ethically and responsibly considering each case.
The District Attorney's Office is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill five (5) Deputy District Attorney I vacancies.
We are looking for someone who is:
Committed to public serviceAble to exercise good judgment and thoughtfully exercise prosecutorial discretionAble to pursue just results in an ethical and responsible mannerSelf-motivated and able to handle a large volume of casesEnthusiastic about principles and application of criminal lawAble to communicate effectively with all personsInnovative and efficient at legal research methodsWhat you will typically be responsible for:
Interviewing and advising victims about prospective criminal complaints and court processesTrying misdemeanor cases and conducting preliminary felony hearingsCompleting police agencies’ requests to review reports and issue criminal filingsCollaborating with defense attorneys and judges to discuss plea agreementsResearching and writing legal points and authorities and presenting them in courtPreparing pleadings and other papers in connection with trials, hearings and other legal proceedingsA few reasons you might love this job:
You will work in a fun and dynamic environment with others who have strong values and integrityYou will serve the community through the daily pursuit of justiceYou love the courtroom environment and the honor of representing the People of the State of CaliforniaYou will be challenged daily in a fast-paced work environmentYou meet with diverse members of our community from all backgrounds and thoughtfully consider their perspective as you pursue each caseA few challenges you might face in this job:
Managing multiple tasks and deadlinesWorking as part of a team and ensuring that your level of preparation sets others up for successYou will need to stay current and adjust to trial and hearing procedures
Competencies Required:
Critical Thinking:
Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claimsReading Comprehension:
Understanding and using written informationEstablishing Credibility:
Doing what he/she commits to doing and respecting the confidentiality of information and concerns shared by othersHandling Stress:
Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversityProfessional Integrity & Ethics:
Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountabilitySelf-Management:
Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependabilityListening:
Fully comprehending spoken communicationOral Communication:
Engaging effectively in dialogueWriting:
Communicating effectively in writingNegotiating:
Reaching mutually satisfying agreements and compromiseProfessional Impact:
Presenting self as a positive representative of the organizationValuing Diversity:
Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplaceLicense Required:
Possession of a valid California motor vehicle operator's license. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process.
Registration:
Active membership in the State Bar of California.
PERSONS AWAITING THE RESULTS OF THE JULY 2024 BAR EXAM ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY:
Applicants are eligible to apply for this position if (1) they are licensed to practice law in this state by the State Bar of California, or (2) they have taken the most recent bar exam administered by the State Bar of California and are currently awaiting the results of that bar exam, or if they have passed the California State Bar exam and are currently awaiting certification from the State Bar of California regarding their eligibility to practice law in this state.Application Filing and Evaluation:
Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application, applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.Training and Experience Questionnaire:
Candidates will be required to complete a training and experience questionnaire at the time of filing. The responses to the training and experience questions on the supplemental questionnaire will be used to evaluate candidates' relevant education, training and/or experience as it relates to the Deputy District Attorney I Classification.
(Weighted 100%)CONVICTION HISTORY:
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.DISASTER SERVICE WORKER:
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.#J-18808-Ljbffr