Deputy District Attorney II

Job Description Job Description

CLASS SPECIFICATION

Modoc County

CLASS CODE: 4021-036

CLASS TITLE: Deputy District Attorney II FLSA DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt RANGE/STEP A-J: 359 (Step-A: $6,548 - Step-J: $10,156)

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the District Attorney, performs professional legal work, consistent with departmental responsibilities by preparing and trying criminal cases in the courts for the District Attorney’s Office.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Duties within the class are similar in scope between the levels; however, they are assigned based on the difficulty and sensitivity of the individual cases. Incumbents are expected to advance to the next level when years of service, combined with an increased scope of knowledge and level of expertise, are reached. Deputy District Attorney I: This position is the first working level in this professional class and is assigned duties relative to prosecution, which may be routine to complex, with a high level of responsibility for case outcome. The entry-level is assigned duties that will increase experience and expertise. With additional experience and abilities, incumbents may be eligible for advancement in this series. Deputy District Attorney II: The position is the second level and is assigned more complex cases and tasks under minimal supervision. Incumbents who have advanced to this level in the series have demonstrated the ability and skills to adequately fulfill the requirements for this level through experience. With additional experience and abilities, incumbents may be eligible for advancement in this series. Deputy District Attorney III: This position is the most experienced level and is assigned complex and technical cases and tasks, and is capable of working independently in any number of complex areas without direct supervision except as new or unusual circumstances require.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. The position may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. Work within the District Attorney’s Office, performing the full range of legal activities involving the investigation or prosecution of complex criminal cases. Receive crime reports filed by the arresting officer. Review and examine the evidence; interview witnesses; determine whether or not a crime has been committed, the nature of the crime, and whether or not the evidence justifies prosecution. Appears in court on a variety of matters, participates in preliminary hearings, and tries cases. Develops and implements case plans and appears in court on all related matters. Prepares pleadings and other papers in connection with suits, trials, hearings, and similar legal proceedings. Analyze, interpret, and apply laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in the preparation of cases, opinions, and briefs. Prepare pleadings and other papers in connection with trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings. Perform a wide variety of advanced legal research. Prepares briefs and legal opinions. Confers with judges and/or defense attorneys regarding modification, withdrawal, or changing of charges. Coordinate activities with other departments and law enforcement agencies. Drafts jury instructions. Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned services. Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements in coordination with District Attorney’s staff. Acts in the capacity of the District Attorney as required by direction from the District Attorney. Performs all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the job’s essential duties and responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA’S):

Knowledge of: Knowledge of the California codes and statutes and their application to criminal and civil law. Knowledge of legal principles and practices, including criminal, civil, administrative, and constitutional law. Legal research, terminology, and proce #J-18808-Ljbffr MODOC COUNTY