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Deputy District Attorney I (#RL2011)
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$40.91-$49.73 Hourly / $7,091.26-$8,619.47 Monthly / $85,095.16-$103,433.70 Yearly


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DEFINITION

Under immediate supervision, provides professional legal services in the preparation and prosecution of a variety of criminal and some civil matters; and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry-level class in the Deputy District Attorney series.  Employees in this class work under close supervision and exercise limited independent judgment and initiative until knowledge and experience are gained.

TYPICAL DUTIES

  • Prepares and prosecutes criminal and some civil matters in both court and jury trials and hearings; examines and cross examines witnesses; presents oral arguments; prepares and prosecutes appeals; conducts post-conviction proceedings.
  • Refuses or approves and issues complaints in criminal matters; advises law enforcement agencies on legal and evidentiary matters prior to issuance of criminal complaints; interviews and advises complainants and witnesses; prepares search warrants and arrest warrants. 
  • Researches, analyzes and interprets existing laws and ordinances, court decisions, pending legislation and other legal authorities; assists in drafting legislation for special County and State projects.
  • Prepares and reviews briefs, memoranda, opinions and civil and criminal pleadings.
  • Conducts mediation hearings to resolve legal problems without further court action.
  • Confers with defense attorneys, probation authorities, court officials and law enforcement agencies to discuss pleas, modification of charges, presentation and review of evidence and other legal matters.
  • Advises the general public, State and local departments, and law enforcement officers on civil and criminal issues and proceedings; advises and directs law enforcement agencies on questions of law in criminal investigation matters.
  • May supervise clerical, research and investigative staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirement: Membership in the California State Bar. Applicants who possess a law school degree and have taken the California State Bar examination will be accepted to the examination process but must provide evidence of membership in the California State Bar prior to being certified from the eligible list.

KNOWLEDGE

Principles of criminal and civil law and their application, trial and hearing procedures; rules of evidence; State and local laws and ordinances; legal research methods; preparation of briefs and opinions.

ABILITY

Analyze legal principles and procedures and to apply them to complex factual legal problems; present statements of fact, law and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form; draft opinions, pleadings and briefs; independently present cases in court before judicial officials; communicate and cooperate with fellow staff members, agency representatives, judicial officers and the general public; and exercise independent judgment, discretion and initiative, especially in the charging and plea bargaining of criminal violations aid in the application of limited law enforcement resources.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mobility - Frequent operation of computers; repetitive motion; sitting for extended periods; walking; occasional driving may be required; Lifting - frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Vision - constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity - normal dexterity with frequent writing and repetitive motions; Hearing/Talking - frequent hearing and talking on the telephone and in person; Emotional/Psychological -frequent decision making, concentration and public contact; occasional exposure to grief; Special Requirements-some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime.

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

CLASS: RL2011; EST: 8/5/1980; REV: 4/14/2021;