Deputy District Attorney II/III/IV

Salary $99,382.
40 - $183,580.
80 Annually Location San Luis Obispo, CA Job Type Permanent - Hourly Job Number 0923KS-000314-01 Department District Attorney Division District Attorney Opening Date 09/15/2023 Closing Date Continuous DESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS About the Position The San Luis Obispo District Attorney's Office is accepting applications for a Deputy District Attorney II, III, and IV.
Deputy District Attorney is part of a career series for Deputy District Attorney I, II, III and IV.
Attorneys in these classifications perform professional legal work, consistent with departmental responsibilities.
The mission of the department "is to bring justice and safety to our community by aggressively and fairly prosecuting crime and protecting the rights of crime victims.
" We are seeking individuals who share this mission.
This position is responsible for the prosecution of misdemeanor and felony criminal cases.
Our prosecutors are involved in a variety of case types including sexual assault, domestic violence, gang, juvenile, and civil cases involving mental health, family support, consumer law, and environmental law.
A typical day will include appearances in court, preparation of briefs, opinions, pleadings and other legal documents, as well as, the researching, preparation and trying of criminal cases before a judge or jury.
Click here for a complete job description of Deputy District Attorney II.
Click here for a complete job description of Deputy District Attorney III.
Click here for a complete job description of Deputy District Attorney IV.
Click here to take you to the San Luis Obispo County District Attorney's website.
The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be an individual who is driven, self-motivated and has a desire to serve their community by seeking and pursuing justice on behalf of victims of crime.
Excellent analytical, research, written communication, and verbal advocacy skills are required.
Knowledge of: The canons of professional ethics of the American Bar Association and the related provisions of the California State Bar; the principles and application of criminal and civil law; trial procedures and rules of evidence; legal research methods; legal principles and precedents and their application.
Ability to: Present statements of facts, law and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form; effectively analyze and appraise legal problems and to apply legal principles and precedent to particular sets of facts; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Education and Experience: All levels must have membership in the California State Bar which must be maintained throughout employment, AND: Deputy District Attorney I: No experience needed.
Deputy District Attorney II: One year of professional legal experience as an attorney in the practice of law.
Deputy District Attorney III: Two years of professional legal experience as an attorney in the practice of law.
Deputy District Attorney IV: Three years of professional legal experience as an attorney in the practice of law.
How to Apply Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date.
To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page.
Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process.
We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted.
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process.
Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.
slo.
ca.
us.
Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.
slocounty.
ca.
gov.
Supplemental Information BACKGROUND CHECK: To accept a position with the District Attorney’s Office, you must successfully complete a Background Investigation.
Below is a partial list of offenses or issues that may disqualify you from successful completion.
Please review the below list: Any felony conviction Recent misdemeanor conviction, or any two misdemeanor convictions as an adult Poor employment history Any sale, manufacture, or cultivation of illegal drugs Recent use of illegal substances such as opiates, hallucinogens, injectables, cocaine, methamphetamine, or similar substance Use of Marijuana within the past two years Poor driving record such as numerous hazardous traffic violations or chargeable accidents Recent conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, or any two convictions for this offense as an adult Any act of domestic violence, as defined by law Any crime committed against a child Behavior or derogatory remarks constituting discrimination or bias toward others based on their race, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other protected class Any material misstatement of fact or intentional omission of information during the application or background process Reasonable Accommodation Notice Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.
Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.
slo.
ca.
us for more information.
Veteran's Preference Points If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process.
Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points.
Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit.
Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.
Equal Employment Opportunity The County is an equal opportunity employer.
Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments.
Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.
In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees.
For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.
Agency County of San Luis Obispo Address 1055 Monterey Street Suite D-250 San Luis Obispo, California, 93408 Phone 805-781-5959 Website https://www.
slocounty.
ca.
gov/ About the Position The San Luis Obispo District Attorney's Office is accepting applications for a Deputy District Attorney II, III, and IV.
Deputy District Attorney is part of a career series for Deputy District Attorney I, II, III and IV.
Attorneys in these classifications perform professional legal work, consistent with departmental responsibilities.
The mission of the department "is to bring justice and safety to our community by aggressively and fairly prosecuting crime and protecting the rights of crime victims.
" We are seeking individuals who share this mission.
This position is responsible for the prosecution of misdemeanor and felony criminal cases.
Our prosecutors are involved in a variety of case types including sexual assault, domestic violence, gang, juvenile, and civil cases involving mental health, family support, consumer law, and environmental law.
A typical day will include appearances in court, preparation of briefs, opinions, pleadings and other legal documents, as well as, the researching, preparation and trying of criminal cases before a judge or jury.
Click here for a complete job description of Deputy District Attorney II.
Click here for a complete job description of Deputy District Attorney III.
Click here for a complete job description of Deputy District Attorney IV.
Click here to take you to the San Luis Obispo County District Attorney's website.
The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be an individual who is driven, self-motivated and has a desire to serve their community by seeking and pursuing justice on behalf of victims of crime.
Excellent analytical, research, written communication, and verbal advocacy skills are required.
Knowledge of: The canons of professional ethics of the American Bar Association and the related provisions of the California State Bar; the principles and application of criminal and civil law; trial procedures and rules of evidence; legal research methods; legal principles and precedents and their application.
Ability to: Present statements of facts, law and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form; effectively analyze and appraise legal problems and to apply legal principles and precedent to particular sets of facts; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Education and Experience: All levels must have membership in the California State Bar which must be maintained throughout employment, AND: Deputy District Attorney I: No experience needed.
Deputy District Attorney II: One year of professional legal experience as an attorney in the practice of law.
Deputy District Attorney III: Two years of professional legal experience as an attorney in the practice of law.
Deputy District Attorney IV: Three years of professional legal experience as an attorney in the practice of law.
How to Apply Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date.
To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page.
Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process.
We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted.
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process.
Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.
slo.
ca.
us.
Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.
slocounty.
ca.
gov.
Supplemental Information BACKGROUND CHECK: To accept a position with the District Attorney’s Office, you must successfully complete a Background Investigation.
Below is a partial list of offenses or issues that may disqualify you from successful completion.
Please review the below list: Any felony conviction Recent misdemeanor conviction, or any two misdemeanor convictions as an adult Poor employment history Any sale, manufacture, or cultivation of illegal drugs Recent use of illegal substances such as opiates, hallucinogens, injectables, cocaine, methamphetamine, or similar substance Use of Marijuana within the past two years Poor driving record such as numerous hazardous traffic violations or chargeable accidents Recent conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, or any two convictions for this offense as an adult Any act of domestic violence, as defined by law Any crime committed against a child Behavior or derogatory remarks constituting discrimination or bias toward others based on their race, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other protected class Any material misstatement of fact or intentional omission of information during the application or background process Reasonable Accommodation Notice Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.
Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.
slo.
ca.
us for more information.
Veteran's Preference Points If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process.
Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points.
Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit.
Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.
Equal Employment Opportunity The County is an equal opportunity employer.
Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments.
Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.
In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees.
For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.
Make a DifferenceEmployees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day.
From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.
Compensation and BenefitsYour annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.
For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link).
Some benefits include:- Medical (PPO, EPO), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance- Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)- Free visits to the employee health clinic- Mental Health resources/benefits- Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)- A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust- Optional deferred compensation Plan with up to $500 per year match- Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)- Paid personal, sick and vacation days- 12 paid holidays- Employee Assistance Program- Education and Wellness Allowance- Post Employment Health Plan- Family Friendly workplace policies - Flexible work schedule options - Rideshare commuter benefitsThe County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce.
We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.
Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors.
The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions.
Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%.
This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period.
To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.
Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage.
All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or ‘cafeteria’ contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.
The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents.
If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income.
If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.
To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria), visit the Cafeteria Rates webpage (click here for link).
Learning and DevelopmentThe County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth.
Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.
Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth.
Examples of courses include: - Emotional Intelligence- Supervisor/Manager academies- Microsoft Suite courses- Defensive Driving- Financial management- Retirement preparedness- Teambuilding- Written Communication- Conflict Management- Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC- Job specific conferences/trainingsStudent Loan ForgivenessDid you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programCounty employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.
Homebuyer assistance programEmployees have access to the “Assist-to-Own” program sponsored by Golden State Finance Authority (click here for link to more information) to get a loan for the down payment.