Deputy District Attorney I

Polk County•Dallas, OR

About The Position

Attorneys perform some or all functions of the District Attorney's Office, including criminal case intake, providing guidance to law enforcement, appearing before the grand jury and in circuit and juvenile courts, and serving in other areas as directed. The primary caseload responsibility is misdemeanor and simple felony criminal cases, from submission of reports through final resolution. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A cover letter is required with the application. Applicants seeking Veterans' Hiring Preference must submit supporting documentation and complete the Veteran’s Preference Form. Other documents, such as transcripts, letters of recommendation, or certificates, should not be attached to the application; they may be brought to an interview if selected. Polk County describes its workplace as one where employees are respected and connected to their department, other County departments, and the community. The County encourages employees to maintain interests and connections beyond work. Polk County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of law.
Be a member of the Oregon Bar at the time of appointment and remain in good standing.
Possess and maintain a valid Oregon driver's license and automobile insurance.
Have access to and use a personal automobile as a condition of employment.
Successfully pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Some experience in the practice of law, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

Perform functions of the District Attorney's Office, including criminal case intake.
Provide guidance to law enforcement.
Appear before the grand jury and in circuit and juvenile courts.
Serve in other areas as directed.
Handle misdemeanor and simple felony criminal cases from submission of reports through final resolution.

Benefits

11 paid holidays per year.
Vacation leave accrual of 8 hours monthly, with increases every 5 years.
Sick leave accrual of 8 hours monthly.
4–5 personal leave days earned each fiscal year, depending on position and prorated based on hire date.
PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) contributions fully funded by the employer.
Full health benefits for the employee and qualified family members, with the employee paying 10% of the premium.
Employer-paid basic life insurance.
Optional additional life insurance.
Optional short-term disability.
Deferred compensation savings program.
Flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed medical and dependent care expenses.
Qualifying employer for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program.