DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT

LOS ANGELES COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE

OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY

EXAM NUMBER

A9272I-FR

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD

The application filing period will begin on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) and will remain open on a continuous basis. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Please note that the application window may close without prior notice once a sufficient number of qualified candidates has been received.

REPOSTING INFORMATION

This announcement is being reposted to reopen the filing period until the needs of the department are met. The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimously ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires, including the Palisades and Eaton Fires, that have devastated communities across the County. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office (LADA) is seeking experienced attorneys to fill emergency Deputy District Attorney II vacancies related to this unprecedented natural disaster. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted at 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Deputy District Attorney II.

DEFINITION

Performs legal work of average complexity required in the prosecution of criminal cases.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS

In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities of a Deputy District Attorney I, positions allocable to this class are characterized by the performance of the legal tasks involved in prosecuting criminal actions including a wide variety of misdemeanor cases and moderately complex felony cases for the District Attorney. These complex cases may include challenging legal and/or factual issues and may involve numerous defendants. Assignments at this level differ from Deputy District Attorney I in that the attorneys in this class function more independently, but continue to receive supervision from higher-level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Prepares and prosecutes the more complex misdemeanor cases taken to trial. Prepares and prosecutes felony cases of moderate complexity in a department of the Superior Court. Utilizes computer based legal research systems and office technology in the preparation of cases. Prepares and conducts complex preliminary hearings. Reviews and makes decisions as to matters presented for filing consideration, which may include reading investigative reports; questioning law enforcement personnel; determining whether a crime was committed by an identified suspect, which may also involve an interpretation of statutory and/or decisional authorities; reviewing and applying available criminal histories; recommending a bail setting; and preparing a statement of facts. Conducts negotiations with defense attorneys regarding the disposition and/or modification of charges. Confers with witnesses, law enforcement officers, self-represented defendants, defense attorneys, and other interested parties. Files, prepares and presents cases against minors in juvenile court. Advises investigators and law enforcement officers on the legal aspects of their work. Leads law clerks in the presentation of preliminary hearings as needed.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Two years of criminal trial experience as a full time trial attorney in a public agency.

LICENSE

All Applicants must be admitted to the California State Bar Association to practice law in the State of California. A legible copy (photocopy or PDF format) of an active California State Bar Card (CSBC). The CSBC must indicate the current year (2025). If the watermark of the current year is not visible, your application will be rejected. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS

Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION

*All supporting documentation must be submitted along with your application or via email to View email address on click.appcast.io within five (5) business days of submitting your application. Failure to submit the required documents within five (5) business days from filing your application will disqualify you from participating in this examination. We do not accept password-protected documents. Please ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met and indicated on the application at the time of filing.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Experience conducting trials Experience conducting preliminary hearings Experience preparing and arguing Penal Code 1538.5 and Penal Code 995 motions Experience preparing appellate briefs or motions Criminal Trial experience in a City, County, State or Federal prosecuting agency

QUALIFYING BACKGROUND CHECK

Before an appointment is made to this position, you will be required to complete and pass a thorough background investigation including a Live Scan. Examples of disqualifying factors are: Any criminal charges or convictions Job related misdemeanor convictions Certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations such as three (3) moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at-fault accidents; applicant placed on a three (3) year probation Poor credit history Poor employment history Substance abuse Driving under the influence

EXAMINATION CONTENT

Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.

APPLICATION & FILING INFORMATION

Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, you must submit a new application to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE

Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add View email address on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io, and View email address on click.appcast.io to your list of safe senders to ensure communication is not filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. Plan to submit your online application well in advance, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty.gov you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Please fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your actual job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part time). Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for this job. Your application will be rejected if it is incomplete. We may reject your application at any time during the selection process.

VACANCY INFORMATION

This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office.

AVAILABLE SHIFT

Deputy District Attorneys are rotated through a variety of developmental assignments to prepare the attorney to handle cases of increasing difficulty; incumbents may be assigned to work in any area of Los Angeles County and on any shift (evenings, nights, and weekends).

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES

For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Refer to their website for more information:

NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD

All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI)

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Questions? Please contact us Department Contact Name: Exams Unit Exam Number: A9272I-FR Department Contact Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Department Contact Email: View email address on click.appcast.io ADA Coordinator Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io California Relay Services Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Teletype Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr L.A. County Library