Deputy District Attorney III/IV (Writs and Appeals)

About The Position The Riverside County District Attorney's Office seeks a Deputy District Attorney at the III or IV level to support the Writs and Appeals team under the Special Prosecutions Section. This position will be located in Riverside, but will assist with cases Countywide. As a Deputy District Attorney III/IV, the selected candidate will specialize in writs and appeals and other post-conviction work, in addition to traditional trial prosecution. This includes drafting appellate briefs, responding to writ petitions and habeas corpus matters, conducting comprehensive record review, preparing legal analyses and documents related to policy and legislation, evaluating and advising on Brady disclosure obligations, and performing other litigation and appellate duties as assigned. The department seeks candidates with strong appellate, civil, or regulatory experience who demonstrate exceptional legal research and writing skills. Experience in writs, appeals, or post-conviction matters is highly desirable. Relevant experience may include appellate practice, post-conviction litigation, Public Records Act and/or Freedom of Information Act, grand jury work, statewide civil litigation, State Bar or Judicial Council investigations or litigation, or other complex assignments. This position is eligible for a 9/80 schedule and may require travel throughout the Riverside County. Deputy District Attorney III/IV Salary Range Deputy District Attorney III Hourly: $65.87 - $86.34 Monthly: $11,416.67 - $14,964.94 Annually: $137,000.00 - $179,579.25 Deputy District Attorney IV Hourly: $69.29 - $103.35 Monthly: $12,010.44 - $17,913.70 Annually: $144,125.25 - $214,964.46 The level at which the position will be filled is at the department's discretion and based on candidate qualifications. The Deputy District Attorney IV classification is the advanced journey level in the Deputy District Attorney series. Positions in this class are distinguished from positions in the Deputy District Attorney III class by the performance of more difficult and responsible legal work. Assignments typically involve lead supervision, difficult litigation, unique projects, and legislative representation. Meet the Team! The District Attorney of Riverside County, as the public prosecutor acting on behalf of the People, vigorously enforces the law, pursues the truth, protects those victimized by crime, exonerates the innocent, and safeguards the rights of all to ensure that justice is done on behalf of our community. The office’s staff of over 700 is comprised of prosecuting attorneys, sworn investigators, victim-witness advocates, paralegals, investigative technicians, forensic analysts, and a wide range of information technology and supporting staff all committed to excellence and integrity in public service. We are, and we seek to maintain, a diverse workforce to match a diverse county. Examples Of Essential Duties Deputy District Attorney III Prepares and files appellate briefs; responds to writ petitions and habeas corpus matters; handles post-conviction work. Conducts comprehensive record review; prepares legal analyses and documents related to policy and legislation. Evaluates and advises on Brady disclosure obligations; and performs other litigation and appellate duties as assigned. Investigates, researches, and prepares all types of cases for prosecution; presents and prosecutes cases before all courts within the State. Interviews and advises law enforcement officers and the public in regard to the issuance of criminal complaints; acts as a senior deputy for cases in branch Municipal Courts; negotiates with the defense regarding the disposition or modification of charges in cases. Performs legal research in specialized areas of prosecution; studies, interprets, and applies statutes, ordinances, court decisions, and legal opinions. May assist in the training of other deputies. May act for higher level deputies in their absence; dictates correspondence and prepares reports. May coordinate the work of support personnel. Deputy District Attorney IV Prepares and files appellate briefs; responds to writ petitions and habeas corpus matters; handles post-conviction work. Conducts comprehensive record review; prepares legal analyses and documents related to policy and legislation. Evaluates and advises on Brady disclosure obligations; and performs other litigation and appellate duties as assigned. Prepares and presents evidence and arguments for the prosecution of difficult felony cases involving multiple defendants and multiple charges, and having serious consequences of error, or a high degree of public interest. Negotiates with defense counsel regarding the disposition of cases or modification of charges; performs specialized legal research and litigation in unique and complex areas of law; trains and consults with other attorneys on points of law, evidence, and legal procedures. May assign, review, and evaluate the work of journey level deputies in the litigation of civil, misdemeanor, and felony cases of average difficulty and complexity. Directs the planning, implementation, and evaluation of specialized projects. May act for superiors in their absence or at their direction. Minimum Qualifications Deputy District Attorney III Option I: One year of experience as a Deputy District Attorney II in Riverside County or in an equivalent class with another government agency. Option II: Two years of experience in the practice of criminal law. Option III: Three years of experience in the practice of law. Deputy District Attorney IV One year of experience as a Deputy District Attorney III in Riverside County, or in an equivalent class in the office of another prosecuting attorney in California. Other Requirements For Both Levels License/Certificate: Active membership in the State Bar of California. Driver's License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required. Background Check: Must be able to pass an extensive background check. Knowledge of: Legal principles and their application; California statutory and case law; the rules of evidence and the conduct of court proceedings; the duties, powers, limitations, and authority of the District Attorney's Office; the methods, procedures, and practices of prosecution; professional ethics in the practice of law. Ability to: Analyze complex legal problems and apply legal principles and practices; present facts, arguments, and laws clearly and logically in written and oral form; perform legal research; work cooperatively with others.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Work Authorization Requirement Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas. Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors. Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required. Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head. General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the "Apply" link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, . If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at View email address on click.appcast.io or toll-free View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr County of Riverside