Deputy District Attorney I - Continuous

County of Madera • Madera, CA

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About The Position

The County of Madera is establishing a list of qualified applicants for the positions of Deputy District Attorney II and Deputy District Attorney III. Applications will be accepted continuously until otherwise noted, and the list will be used to fill current vacancies in this classification. Under general supervision, the Deputy District Attorney performs professional legal duties in support of the District Attorney's Office and the prosecution of criminal activities. This includes representing the District Attorney's Office and litigating assigned cases in courts of law, performing legal research, planning and coordinating investigations for the prosecution of legal cases, and performing related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Equivalent to a Juris Doctorate from a school of law.
• No experience required.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain by the time of appointment, an appropriate California driver's license.
• Possession and maintenance of, or ability to obtain by the time of appointment, an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.

Responsibilities

• Perform the full range of routine to complex legal activities involving the investigation and prosecution of criminal or civil cases; prepare and present cases in court.
• Evaluate incoming law enforcement reports involving juvenile and adult offenders; review reports and file cases, handling all aspects of prosecution from arraignment to sentencing.
• Review, analyze, and research allegations; determine appropriate charges following receipt of agency reports; file criminal charges; keep victims and witnesses informed of the status of legal proceedings.
• Interview witnesses and victims; review and analyze evidence, police reports, crime scenes, and other materials related to pending cases.
• Provide direction to law enforcement and investigative personnel related to the investigation of criminal offenses; supervise wiretap investigations; review and assist in preparing search warrants; provide advice on search and seizure and development of evidence.
• Negotiate with defense counsel at pre-trial hearings regarding case disposition or modification.
• Make court appearances on behalf of the Madera County District Attorney's Office including arraignments, evidentiary hearings, preliminary hearings, motions to suppress evidence, changes of plea, jury trials, sentencing, appellate issues, and case management conferences.
• Prepare for and appear in court; maintain case files, order additional discovery, respond to motions, review defense counteroffers, and prepare for court evidentiary hearings.
• Make recommendations regarding sentencing and present the prosecution's position at sentencing and revocation hearings.
• Prepare for settlement conferences; conduct in-chambers discussions with court staff and defense attorneys to facilitate case settlement.
• Research the law and precedents to obtain information needed to prosecute pending cases.
• Perform appellate research and draft appellate briefs, pleadings, bail recommendations, motions, and other legal documents; appear in the designated court of appeal.
• Manage court calendars to ensure that cases are resolved appropriately and expeditiously.
• Perform trial work including jury selection, examination and cross-examination, and argument of the prosecution's case.
• Maintain accurate records and files and compile reports of work performed.
• Participate in various task forces with surrounding counties.
• Monitor legal developments including proposed legislation and court decisions; evaluate their impact on the prosecution of civil and criminal cases and recommend appropriate action.
• Communicate with victims and witnesses to advise on the status of the case; obtain information and schedule meetings or court appearances.
• Read and approve Welfare Fraud cases prior to their filing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree