Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Riverside, CA

Government

Riverside, CA

Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Riverside, CA

Attorney

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Deputy District Attorney II-IV (Special Prosecutions)

Salary: $101, - $210, Annually
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 25-78534-03
Department: District Attorney
Opening Date: 01/15/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

About the Organization

The County of Riverside is seeking Deputy District Attorneys at the II, III, and IV levels to join the Special Prosecutions Unit. These positions offer a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on a variety of criminal and civil cases. The County of Riverside is committed to providing a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Description

The Deputy District Attorneys in this unit will be responsible for prosecuting organized retail theft, criminal consumer fraud cases, and civil consumer fraud prosecutions. The incumbents will also have the opportunity to work on other related duties as required. The ideal candidates will have expert legal knowledge, strong analytical skills, and courtroom litigation experience. They will also possess excellent research and writing abilities to prepare for various types of criminal and civil cases. The County of Riverside is looking for individuals with significant experience in special litigation, including criminal jury trials, grand jury work, statewide civil litigation, State Bar or judicial council investigation/litigation.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, research, and prepare all types of cases for prosecution
• Present and prosecute cases in all courts within the state
• Interview and advise law enforcement officers and the public on criminal complaints
• Negotiate with the defense regarding the disposition or modification of charges
• Perform legal research in specialized areas of prosecution
• Train and supervise other deputies
• Act for higher level deputies in their absence
• Coordinate the work of support personnel

Qualifications

Deputy District Attorney II:
• One year of experience at the Deputy District Attorney I level with the District Attorney's office of Riverside County (certification of qualifications by the District Attorney may be substituted for up to six months of the required experience)
OR
• One year of experience in the practice of law

Deputy District Attorney III:
• One year of experience as a Deputy District Attorney II in Riverside County or in an equivalent class with another government agency
OR
• Two years of experience in the practice of criminal law
OR
• 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

All Levels:
• Active membership in the State Bar of California
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License
• Must be able to pass an extensive background check

Application Instructions

To apply, please upload a cover letter and resume to your profile on Government Jobs. Please include all relevant experience, including month/year for each position.

Additional Information

The County of Riverside offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans. For more information about this position, please or via email at .

Veteran's Preference:
The County of Riverside has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, please 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. A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference.

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). If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact the recruiter for the position noted above.

Proof of Education:
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, please 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).

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 pre-employment physical examination and background check may also 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.

General Information:
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may also be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Please submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications will be accepted.

Instructions:
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your