What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Public Defender I/II/III/IV - Extra-Help Deputy Public Defender I/II/III/IV position at Merced County, CA?

Salary : $72,321.60 - $154,481.60 Annually

Location : Merced County Public Defender 1944 M Street Merced, CA

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 2400995

Department : Public Defender

Opening Date : 11 / 20 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Examples of Duties

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra-Help pay rate is from $34.77 to $61.02 per hour.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :

Acts as defense counsel in criminal cases; Interviews and advises defendants and witnesses.
Interprets and applies laws, court decisions, etc. in the preparation of cases and briefs.
Prepares pleadings and other legal documents in connection with suits, trials, hearings, conservatorships, and other legal proceedings; Performs legal research and investigations.
Examines evidence and prepares and presents the case for the defense in assigned criminal actions.
Performs administrative duties for the Public Defender; Dictates correspondence and reports.
May provide lead direction to other attorneys; May assist in training others professional staff.
Assists the Chief Deputy Defender and the Public Defender as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience : Level I : None.

Level II : One (1) year of experience in the practice of civil or criminal law.

Level III : Two (2) years of experience in the practice of civil or criminal law.

Level IV : Two (2) years of experience as a Deputy Public Defender III in Merced County. OR

Four (4) years of experience in the practice of civil or criminal law.

License :

Active membership in the State Bar of California at time of appointment.

Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Frequent walking and standing for long periods of time; kneel, bend, twist, squat, balance, and crawl.

Frequent use of a data entry device including repetitive hand and arm motions.

Frequent lifting 5 pounds or less, occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception; good overall vision.

Frequent hearing of normal speech and talking in person and on the telephone.

Frequent concentration, decision-making and public contact; Conduct presentations.

Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull twist and manipulate large and small objects.

Occasional exposure to emergency situation, trauma, or grief; occasional working alone and traveling.

Occasional contact with dirt, dust, smoke, fumes, poor ventilation and indoor / outdoor cold and heat.

Frequent use of hand - eye coordination; Normal dexterity, frequent holding and grasping.

Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.

Perform job duties under stressful conditions and respond appropriately to situations.

Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and / or County regulations.

Regular attendance is an essential function.

Knowledge of :

Practice of criminal law, including pertinent constitutional principles, legal codes, statutes, and court decisions necessary to providing effective defense.

Legal research methods.

Trial procedures and the rules of evidence.

Duties, powers, limitations, and responsibilities of the Public Defender's office.

Legal procedures and documents used in the court cases.

Ability to :

Develop facts and legal issues and to present clear and logical legal arguments and statements in the defense of indigent clients.

Research, analyze and apply legal principles, facts, evidence, and precedents to legal defense problems.

Draft legal instruments and opinions.

Investigate and defend criminal complaints.

Perform difficult legal research.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others of differing socio-economic background.

Effectively represent Public Defender functions in contact with the courts, citizens, community organizations and other government agencies.

Present statements of fact, law and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form.

Operate a personal computer and other office equipment.

Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.

HOLIDAYS & LEAVES

VACATION

10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours).

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE

96 hours per Fiscal Year (prorated for the time remaining in the fiscal year).

SICK LEAVE

0.0462 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 12 days (96 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.

HOLIDAYS

Twelve paid holidays annually plus one optional holiday.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

Three (3) regularly scheduled work days or five (5) days if distance traveled over 500 miles one-way.

INSURANCE

HEALTH INSURANCE

Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units.

Anthem 500 EPO

Anthem 1500 EPO

Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)

Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dental Insurance - Delta Dental

County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)

Vision Insurance - VSP

County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)

DISABILITY INSURANCE

Management Disability Insurance

Unit 7 Merced County Attorney's Association - 100% premium paid by employee

LIFE INSURANCE

County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Unit 7 Merced Count Attorney's Association $50,000

Voluntary Term and Whole Life Insurance are available - premium paid by employee

RETIREMENT

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.

MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION

The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security. The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; your pension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount.

EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS.

EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24 / 7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.

EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS

The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.

THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND / OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY.

For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682.

Do you have an active membership status with the California State Bar Association?

What is your California State Bar license number?

This recruitment is being established to fill both full time and part time positions. Please indicate below all types of work you would be willing to accept :

Full Time Only

Part Time Only

Either Full Time or Part Time

Required Question

Salary : $72,322 - $154,482

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