Deputy District Attorney

Salary : $109,830.00 - $168,768.00 Annually
Location : Visalia, CA
Job Type: Full Time At-Will
Job Number: 23-005042
Department: District Attorney
Opening Date: 11/18/2025

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Deputy District Attorneys!

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APPLICATION PROCESS AND RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Continuous until filled, Recruitment may close at any time without notice.
To be considered, please complete online application submit your cover letter with résumé.

Submit your materials to:

Jessica Weatherly,

Chief Deputy District Attorney

OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY

COUNTY OF TULARE Tim Ward, District Attorney

221 S MOONEY BLVD, ROOM 224
VISALIA, CALIFORNIA 93291
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Typical Duties


"Tulare County is a unique and supportive community that values those who serve the interests of justice. Consider becoming a Tulare County prosecutor to discover how rewarding it can be to bear the torch for families and victims impacted by crime."
Tim Ward

District Attorney

The District Attorney is currently recruiting Deputy District Attorneys. Recent law school graduates that are awaiting bar results are eligible to apply. No experience required for prosecutors. The County of Tulare provides a benefit package that includes:
• Health insurance
• Vacation, sick leave, 13 paid holidays
• 1937 Act Retirement plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Life insurance
• Relocation reimbursement
• "Assist-to-Own" Down Payment Assistance Program
• Reimbursement for California Bar Dues
• Paid membership to the California District Attorney Association (cdaa.org)
• Paid training to fulfill state bar (MCLE)
Minimum Qualifications

THE MISSION OF THE DISTRICT OFFICE:
To represent victims of crime and the rights of Californians in an efficient, effective, and ethical
manner as an administrator of justice.

THE HEART OF CALIFORNIA:
Located at the heart of California, Tulare County lies in the base of the Sequoia and Kings County National Parks. Tulare County is the top agricultural producing county in the U.S. and the world's top dairy producer. The county's welcoming charm and rural lifestyle makes the perfect home free of congestion, stress, and drama of urban centers. Tulare County offers world-class restaurants, year-round outdoor activities, and a vibrant community.

LIFE IN TULARE COUNTY: • Low cost of living
• Affordable homes
• Short commutes
• Accessible national parks
• Short drive to the California coast
• Farm-to-table cuisine
• Family-friendly lifestyle

Additional Information
Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will also be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bargaining Unit 8

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP) .

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday .

Vacation Accrual:
3 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
4 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
5 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
6 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

Administrative Leave : 40 hours of vacation is credited on July 1 of each year.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.


Career Incentive Pay
Employees who have completed five (5) or more Years of Service with Tulare County and meet the eligibility criteria described in Administrative Regulation - 52, earn additional pay according to the schedule below.
Years of Service

% Increase

Total

5

3%

3%

10

2%

5%

15

3%

8%

20

2%

10%
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company .

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

Bar Dues: The County will pay 100% of California Bar Dues per calendar year.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at


The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.