What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy District Attorney I position at County of Nevada, CA?
Salary : $106,315.56 - $129,789.36 Annually
Location : Nevada City CA 95959, CA
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 202400535
Department : District Attorney
Opening Date : 11 / 21 / 2024
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The Nevada County District Attorney's Office is hiring a Criminal Attorney I
Are you a new attorney looking to start your career in the criminal justice field? The is seeking Criminal Attorneys to prosecute misdemeanor and felony cases received from State and Local Law Enforcement Agencies in Nevada County. This position will be primarily focused on a misdemeanor caseload that may include DUI, domestic violence, local ordinances, and other crimes.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable and proficient in the use of technology for the management of case information, report documentation, evidence, and information exchange. In addition, candidates must understand the various state, federal, and local laws as well as standard court procedures.
Sound communication, report writing, collaboration, and presentation skills are strongly desired. Applicants must have the ability to interact with individuals from diverse social, economic, cultural, behavioral, and environmental settings.
Why Nevada County?
This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (Health and Dependent Care). You will also receive a generous leave program that includes vacation, sick, administrative, and holiday leave. Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education.
Promotional Opportunities : Attorney I positions are eligible for promotion to Attorney II and Attorney III upon meeting the minimum job requirements.
Background Investigation : Qualified candidates will be subject to an extensive background investigation.
You matter at the County of Nevada. Your contribution, your worth, your ideas, all have a place here. We thrive on transparent and ongoing communication through employee newsletters, social media and hosted sites. We strive to be the best version of ourselves through continuous improvement. We learn and grow as a team. Great discoveries happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Best of all, you make a difference in the lives of our community every day.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Examples of Duties
- Prepares and participates in pleadings, arraignments, pre-trial agreements, motions, trials, responsive declarations, detention or asset seizure hearings, negotiations with opposing counsel and the courts.
- Litigates criminal cases in court from start to finish including but not limited to conducting preliminary hearings, jury trails, and various evidentiary hearings.
- Reviews law, regulations, and judicial decisions
- Performs legal research.
Education and Experience Required
Level I : Equivalent to graduation from an accredited law school.
Level II : Equivalent to eighteen months of experience practicing criminal law. (In addition to the above)
Level III : Equivalent to eighteen months of experience practicing criminal law. (In addition to the above)
State Bar : Candidate must be an active member in good standing with the State Bar of California.
Licenses and Certificates :
Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire.
Benefits Guide
The is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit for additional benefit information.
Health Insurance
The County sponsored plan is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
Health Insurance Plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life Insurance
Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya :
Dental & Vision Insurance
Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Ameritas Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and Ameritas VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
Retirement
The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and also provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.
CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers : Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12 / 13 / 12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12 / 14 / 12-12 / 31 / 12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1 / 1 / 13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62
CalPERS Safety tiers : Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12 / 13 / 12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7 / 2411-12 / 31 / 12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1 / 1 / 13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2
Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov
www.nevadacountyca.gov
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Salary : $106,316 - $129,789
