Deputy District Attorney III - Continuous

Company: Government Jobs
Location: Madera
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

PositionCounty of Madera is establishing a list of qualified applicants for this position. Applications will be accepted continuously until otherwise noted and the list will be used to fill current vacancies in this classification. Applications will remain on file for one year from the date the list is established.Under direction, to provide a variety of professional legal services related to the criminal law through the District Attorney's Office; and to do related work as required.SUPERVISION EXERCISEDMay exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level staff.Examples of DutiesInterviews complainants and witnesses in regard to prospective misdemeanor, felony, and criminal complaints including law violations related to controlled substances; conducts pleadings, arraignments, pretrial agreements, and other aspects of criminal trial work; review and assist in preparing search warrants; examine crime scenes and evidence; prepare bail review and bail increase/decrease motions; performs legal research; negotiates agreements with defense attorneys; makes recommendations on whether or not to proceed to trial, selection of jurors, prosecution of cases, sentences, and disposition of files; prepares correspondence and reports; presents and prosecutes penal code violations in Madera County Courts, and Appellate Courts, as appropriate; conducts citation hearings; consults with other District Attorney staff on questions of evidence and law and procedure related to specific legal problems; provides advice on search and seizure and development of evidence to local law enforcement personnel; handles specialized legal assignments for first legal impressions, Juveniles, or Child Support; consults with and coordinates implementation of legal procedures with the Director of Child Support Services; reads and approves Welfare Fraud cases prior to filing; trains new Child Support Specialistsin legal procedures; directs investigations by law enforcement officials;and handles assignments/cases related to the full range of criminal conduct, including: agriculture crimes, gang violence, child abuse and insurance fraud.OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIESPerforms related duties and responsibilities as assigned.Employment Standards / MinimumQualificationsKnowledge of:Operations, services, and activities of a District Attorney's Office. Principles of criminal, constitutional, and administrative law. Judicial procedures and the rules of evidence. Principles, practices, methods, and materials of legal research. Legal procedures and documents used in court cases.Skill to:Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment.Ability to:Independently perform the full range of duties. Prepare and present criminal cases at all levels of the court system. Research, analyze, and apply legal principles, facts, evidence, and precedents to legal problems. Analyze and appraise a variety of legal documents and instruments. Present statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form. Deal tactfully and courteously with others when representing the Madera County District Attorney's Office. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Education and Experience:Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying.A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:Experience:Two (2) years of experience comparable in the practice of civil or criminal law.Training:Graduation from an accredited school of law.License or Certificate:Active membership in the State Bar of California. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.SpecialRequirements:Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:Ability to work in a standard office environment.Application ProcessThe application review process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. In addition to the application, the applicant is required to complete the Supplemental Questions to further evaluate their education, training and experience relative to the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. Applicants must submit answers that are as complete as possible.Only qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the examination process which may be administered either by an evaluation of education and experience, a written examination, oral interview, or any combination of qualifications appraisal determined by the Department of Human Resources to be appropriate. The Department of Human Resources will make reasonable accommodation in the examination process for disabled applicants. If you have an accommodation request, please indicate such on your application. Passing score is 70% out of 100% on each assessment section. To move forward in the application process, you must complete an online application through our website Please attach to your application a copy of your unofficial transcripts (indicating when degree was awarded), licenses, certificates or your application may be considered incomplete. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application. Those applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit a copy of their DD-214 form along with the application. Candidates who attain ranking on an eligible list and are involuntarily called to active duty may be considered for eligibility reinstatement upon their return.PLACEMENT ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST:The Civil Service Commission may limit the number of qualified applicants eligible to participate in the examination process. If two or more candidates have the same total final grade on an examination, they shall be ranked in order of their scores in that portion of the examination which has the greatest weight. In case this fails to break the tie, they shall be ranked in the order of filing applications.Candidates who are successful in all phases of the examination process will be placed on an eligible list, in rank order based on a calculation of their total score from the examination process. The duration of the eligible list is determined by the Civil Service CommissionPRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICALREQUIREMENTS:As a condition of employment with the County of Madera, a candidate must submit to a Tuberculosis (TB) screening, and related follow up testing as necessary. Designated classifications* are also subject to a medical examination, which includes a review of medical history. TB screenings and medical exams are administered by the Madera County Public Health Department and/or health care professional designated by the County. Designated classifications required to submit to an employment medical examination generally include those that are physical in nature or as may be required by law. If you have any questions about the pre-employment requirements, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (559) 675-7705 or hr@.ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT:You will be required to submit verification of your identity and citizenship or legal right to work in the United States at the time of and as a condition of an offer of employment.TO APPLY:Website: Department of Human Resources200 W. 4th Street, 4th Floor, Madera California 93637Phone: 559.675.7705TDD Phone: 559.675.897024-Hour Job Line: 559.675.7697EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYMadera County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by Federal or State law.Job DetailsSalary $47.99 - $58.33 Hourly $8,317.76 - $10,110.28 Monthly $99,813.06 - $121,323.41 Annually$99,813.06 - $121,323.41 AnnuallyLocation Madera, CAMadera, CAJob TypeFull-Time (40+ Hours/Week)DepartmentDistrict AttorneyJob Number2020-00158Closing date and timeContinuousAgency infoAgencyCounty of MaderaPhone 559.675.7705 WebsiteAddress 200 W. 4th Street Madera, California, 93637SDL2017

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