Deputy District Attorney I

Deschutes County Human Resources • Bend, OR

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

A Deputy District Attorney is appointed by the District Attorney to represent the State of Oregon by upholding State and Federal law through the review, preparation, and prosecution of criminal cases in Deschutes County. Deputy District Attorneys are assigned to perform some or all functions of the District Attorney's Office, such as criminal case intake, guidance to law enforcement, appearances before the grand jury, circuit and juvenile courts, and serve in other areas as directed. The position is to perform professional legal work in an assigned area. A Deputy District Attorney is responsible for the analysis, preparation, negotiation and litigation of a full range of criminal cases. The position works under the direction of the District Attorney, Chief Deputy District Attorney and Supervisory Deputy District Attorneys who assign work, review performance and provide consultation on cases. The incumbent is expected to comply with all legal practices and standards, as well as office policy. Supervision is not a responsibility of this position. This position is located in Deschutes County and may be eligible for hybrid of in-office/remote work as allowed by policy and approved by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree required; this serves as an entry level position.
• Must be licensed by the Oregon State Bar to practice law in the State at time of hire, remain active with all State Bar annual requirements.
• Driving is a requirement.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date.
• CJIS certification from the State of Oregon are required within six months of hire.
• Must pass a pre-qualifying driving record review and criminal history background.
• A successful candidate will complete a full background investigation prior to receiving a conditional job offer.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of or experience with: Criminal law and the practices and procedures of criminal prosecution, legal research methods, and applicable rules, codes and regulations for area of assignment.
• Courtroom and trial procedures.
• Legal research methods.
• Skill in: Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and work with minimum supervision, using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, community partners and agencies at all times.
• Analyzing and interpreting data using accepted legal research procedures and methods.
• Ability to present effectively before the court and to work with a high degree of independence.

Responsibilities

• Examines incoming investigation reports to determine whether further investigation is needed or whether criminal charges should be issued through reviewing and analyzing evidence, police reports and related documents.
• Appears in court for arraignments, release hearings, plea appearances, trials, sentencing hearings and other proceedings that the court may schedule.
• Must be prepared to advocate or respond to opposing counsel and to inform the court of the State's position on the matter, as well as supporting or contrary authority.
• Negotiates potential case resolutions with defense counsel/defendants as appropriate, in accordance with the pertinent facts, law and office policy.

Benefits

• Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
• Robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $100 per month for employee only or $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services.
• Life insurance
• Retirement (PERS)
• Generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time)
• Holidays
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level