Job Description

Join to apply for the Deputy District Attorney III - Blythe role at County of Riverside 2 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Deputy District Attorney III - Blythe role at County of Riverside Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About The Position The Office of the District Attorney seeks Deputy District Attorneys at the III level to fill vacancies in the Colorado River Office (located in Blythe, California). Incumbents will perform a wide range of professional legal work in criminal and related civil cases; prepare and present cases before any court within the state; perform other related duties as required. About The Position The Office of the District Attorney seeks Deputy District Attorneys at the III level to fill vacancies in the Colorado River Office (located in Blythe, California). Incumbents will perform a wide range of professional legal work in criminal and related civil cases; prepare and present cases before any court within the state; perform other related duties as required. The Deputy District Attorney III - Blythe is the journey level classification in the Deputy District Attorney series reporting to an appropriate supervisory or manager level position, and is solely designated to be used in the desert region of Blythe. As such, incumbents within this classification will be assigned, and expected to work in, the Office of the District Attorney located in Blythe. The Deputy District Attorney III - Blythe is distinguished from the Deputy District Attorney II by the former’s assignments which require demonstrated ability to effectively perform the complete range of legal work in the field of prosecution. The Deputy District Attorney III – Blythe is further distinguished from the Deputy District Attorney IV in that the latter prosecutes the more difficult and complex cases involving multiple defendants, multiple charges and serious consequences of error, and/or function as lead supervisors over journey level attorneys. 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. Additional Benefits 11% Difficult-to-Recruit differential Examples Of Essential Duties Investigate, research and prepare all types of cases for prosecution; present and prosecute cases before all courts within the state. Interview and advise law enforcement officers and the public in regard to the issuance of criminal complaints; act as a senior deputy for cases in branch Municipal Courts; negotiate with the defense regarding the disposition or modification of charges in cases. Perform legal research in specialized areas of prosecution; study, interpret and apply statutes, ordinances, court decisions, and legal opinions. May assist in the training and supervision of other deputies. May act for higher level deputies in their absence; dictate correspondence and prepare reports. May coordinate the work of support personnel. Minimum Qualifications

OPTION I

Experience: One year as a Deputy District Attorney II in Riverside County or in an equivalent class with another government agency.

OPTION II

Experience: Two years in the practice of criminal law.

OPTION III

Experience: Three years in the practice of law.

ALL OPTIONS

Knowledge of: Legal principles and their application; 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; grand jury functions and procedures; the roles and operations of related agencies in the criminal justice system. Ability to: Analyze 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. Other Requirements License/Certificate: Active membership in the State Bar of California. Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required. Must be able to pass an extensive background check.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Contact For more information regarding the position, please contact the recruiter Brittney Mathis at (951) 955-5358 or via email at bmathis@rivco.org . ________________________________________________________________________________________

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 ). 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. 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