The County of Contra Costa is currently seeking a Deputy District Attorney II to join their dynamic team in the District Attorney's Office. The successful candidate will have at least one year of experience as a Deputy District Attorney I or equivalent in Contra Costa County or one year of experience as a prosecutor in a local, state, or federal organization. This is a permanent full-time position with a salary range of $131, - $145, annually.
Benefits:
- Permanent full-time position with regular 40 hours per week and full fringe benefits
- Future salary increase of 5% on July 1, 2025
- Opportunity for alternative certification to fill other attorney classification vacancies
- Serve the community through the daily pursuit of justice
- Work in a fun and dynamic environment with others who have strong values and integrity
Position: Deputy District Attorney II
Salary: $131, - $145, Annually
Location: Contra Costa County, CA
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Experience: One (1) year as a Deputy District Attorney I or prosecutor in a local, state, or federal organization
Department: District Attorney
Job Number: 2KVA-2025A
Opening Date: 02/24/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Deputy District Attorney's Association
Responsibilities:
- Interview and advise victims about criminal cases and court processes
- Conduct preliminary felony hearings, grand jury proceedings, and try felony and misdemeanor cases
- File and review criminal complaints, motions, and other legal documents
- Collaborate with defense attorneys and judges to discuss plea agreements
- Research and write legal points and authorities and present them in court
- Prepare pleadings, legal documents, and other case materials in connection with trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings
Competencies Required:
- Critical thinking
- Decision making
- Legal and regulatory navigation
- Action and results focused
- Professional integrity and ethics
- Oral and written communication
- Building and maintaining relationships
- Negotiating
- Teamwork
- Valuing diversity
- Strategic thinking and perspective
Minimum Qualifications:
- Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License
- Active membership in the State Bar of California
- One (1) year of full-time experience as a Deputy District Attorney I in Contra Costa County or prosecutor in a local, state, or federal organization
Selection Process:
- Application filing and evaluation
- Training and experience evaluation
- Human Resources Department may change examination steps in accordance with Personnel Management Regulations
Conviction History:
- After conditional job offer, fingerprinting and background check will be conducted
- Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude employment with Contra Costa County
Disaster Service Worker:
- All employees designated as Disaster Service Workers through state and local law
- Complete all related training and return to work in case of emergency
Equal Employment Opportunity:
- Contra Costa County considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law
Organization: County of Contra Costa
Job Title: Deputy District Attorney II
Salary: $131, - $145, Annually
Location: Contra Costa County, CA
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Experience: One (1) year as a Deputy District Attorney I or prosecutor in a local, state, or federal organization
H1: Deputy District Attorney II Position in Contra Costa County, CA
H2: Join the District Attorney's Office as a Deputy District Attorney II
The County of Contra Costa is currently seeking a highly qualified individual for the position of Deputy District Attorney II. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $131, - $145, annually, along with a future salary increase of 5% on July 1, 2025. The successful candidate will have at least one year of experience as a Deputy District Attorney I or equivalent in Contra Costa County or one year of experience as a prosecutor in a local, state, or federal organization.
Organization: County of Contra Costa
Job Title: Deputy District Attorney II
Salary: $131, - $145, Annually
Location: Contra Costa County, CA
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Experience: One (1) year as a Deputy District Attorney I or prosecutor in a local, state, or federal organization
H1: Deputy District Attorney II Position in Contra Costa County, CA
H2: Join the District Attorney's Office as a Deputy District Attorney II
The County of Contra Costa is currently seeking a highly qualified individual for the position of Deputy District Attorney II. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $131, - $145, annually, along with a future salary increase of 5% on July 1, 2025. The successful candidate will have at least one year of experience as a Deputy District Attorney I or equivalent in Contra Costa County or one year of experience as a prosecutor in a local, state, or federal organization.
Deputy District Attorney II Position Available in Contra Costa County, CA
Join the dynamic team at the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office as a Deputy District Attorney II. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $131, - $145, annually, with a future salary increase of 5% on July 1, 2025. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience
