Attorney At Law

Deputy District Attorney The Deputy District Attorney provides a wide variety of highly complex and specialized professional legal services. Employees of the District Attorney's Office are mandatory reporters per NRS 432B.Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with the understanding these hours are subject to change effective July 1, 2022, per AB424 which states Nevada must have bail hearings within 48 hours.

Pursuant to Nevada Supreme Court Rules, those who are admitted to practice law in a jurisdiction outside of Nevada may be eligible for admission in Nevada (if employed at a District Attorney's office or other qualifying agency) and are encouraged to apply for this position. Essential functions include reviewing law enforcement reports, advising law enforcement on legal questions, preparing adult and juvenile cases for court hearings, prosecuting cases before family court, justice, and district courts, attending specialty courts, drafting and presenting appellate briefs and arguments before the Nevada Appellate Court and the Nevada Supreme Court, periodic travel to outlying justice courts in Carlin, Wells and Wendover, attending meetings, conferences and trainings as requested which may include travel, analyzing cases and applicable laws, codes, and regulations to formulate negotiated offers and sentencing recommendations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the latest information, techniques, and developments in the legal field, and representing the department with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities An employee in this position must have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities upon application:

Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, and practices of legal research.

Working knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and regulations.

Working knowledge and correct usage of business English including spelling, grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, and formats.

Working knowledge of personal computer hardware and software including case management software programs, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases for the purposes of creating, editing, and distributing information.

Thorough knowledge of all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, county ordinances and regulations, department rules and regulations, and relevant court rulings.

Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.

Negotiating as a method of securing support, concurrence, acceptance, or compliance.

Troubleshooting computer operating systems.

Using the tools and equipment listed below.

Complying with Elko County policies and departmental procedures.

Building a rapport, listening, responding with empathy, and working effectively with victims and their families.

Reacting calmly and quickly under duress and strain.

Physical Demands and Working Environment An employee in this position must meet the following physical requirements upon application:

Work is performed in an office and court room setting.

Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.

Tools and equipment used include personal computer, case management software, printer, scanner, telephone, copy machine, fax machine and other associated office equipment.

Incumbent will occasionally be asked to travel in a passenger vehicle.

In compliance with applicable laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.