Deputy District Attorney I-IV

Solano County, CA
Fairfield, California United States  View Map
Posted: Aug 14, 2024
  • Salary: $95,118.40 - $207,001.60 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Legal Services
  • Other
  • Job Description

    The District Attorney of Solano County invites you to apply for the position of Deputy District Attorney I-IV. Deputy District Attorneys practice criminal and civil law in the prosecution of individuals accused of violating state and/or local laws.

    Prior felony jury trial experience in any one or more of the following Major Crimes areas, such as: homicide, sexual assault, gangs, domestic violence, human trafficking and career criminal is desirable.

    Position Requirements

    EXPERIENCE

    Deputy District Attorney I ($7,926.70-9,634.95/month): no experience is required, however, applicants must demonstrate possession of and competency in requisite knowledge and abilities.

    Deputy District Attorney II ($10,728.33 - $13,040.43/month): a minimum of six months of criminal prosecution and trial experience as a Deputy District Attorney I or its equivalent which demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge and abilities. Three years experience in the general practice of law may be substituted for the six months of criminal law experience.

    Deputy District Attorney III ($12,337.65- $14,996.56/month): a minimum of one year of criminal prosecution and trial experience as a Deputy District Attorney II or its equivalent (a total of 1.5 years of criminal prosecution and trial experience as a Deputy District Attorney) which demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge and abilities. Four years experience in the general practice of law may be substituted for the two years of criminal law experience.

    Deputy District Attorney IV ($14,191.11 - $17,249.38/month): a minimum of one year of criminal prosecution and trial experience as a Deputy District Attorney III or its equivalent (a total of 2.5 years of criminal prosecution and trial experience as a Deputy District Attorney) which demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge and abilities. Five years experience in the general practice of law may be substituted for the three years criminal law experience.

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    All levels of Deputy District Attorney: Active membership in the California State Bar Association is required.

    Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license may be required.

    To view the job descriptions for these positions, please visit:

    DDAI: https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15695

    DDAII: https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16066

    DDAIII: https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15696

    DDAIV: https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15697

    The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.

    Supplemental Information

    SELECTION PROCESS

    Applications will be reviewed every two (2) weeks.

    Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants will be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

    All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

    RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.


    DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS


    There is no required document submittal for this recruitment; however, all applicants are required to enter their active California State Bar Number on their submitted employment application .

    If applicants do not yet have their California State Bar number, they are required to submit documentation from the California State Bar Association verifying their number is pending. An active California State Bar number will be required prior to appointment.

    HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR DOCUMENTS

    In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . Be sure to include the recruitment title (Deputy District Attorney I-IV) and the recruitment number (21-313130-01) in your email or fax.
    VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS

    To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons.

    Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

    AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

    It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

    APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215 .

    This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request number in your email or fax.

    We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

    To learn more, view our benefits summary .

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Solano County
    • Solano County

    Solano County – Employer of Choice

    Commitment to Service:  Our mission is to serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work and play.

    We serve the public in many different ways, including:

    • Providing primary medical, dental, alcohol, drug and mental health services to residents, including the uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved
    • Providing law enforcement services in the unincorporated area of the county
    • Protecting the community from public health threats such as communicable diseases
    • Coordinating countywide responses to domestic violence and terrorism or other emergencies
    • Managing the criminal justice process after arrest (jail, prosecution, probation)
    • Supporting other local governments through efficient property tax collection as mandated by the State, County and local jurisdictions; and,
    • Administering and enforcing Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, and land use planning

    Our employees: Our diverse workforce is committed to fulfilling this mission and does so by exemplifying our IDEAL Core Values, engaging in our day-to-day work of serving the public with Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership.

    Culture of Learning and Development: Solano County is committed to investing “In and For the Future” by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization.   While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs:

    • Tuition Reimbursement Program
    • Annual Education Fair
    • County Mentoring Program
    • Leadership Academy
    • Supervisory Trainings
    • Skill Development Trainings
    • Self-paced learning opportunities

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    Our Community: Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play… The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People for six straight yearsthe only California community with that distinction.

    • Live - Solano County as well as cities within the County have ranked in the top 15 hottest markets across the country and within the Bay Area due to prime location and affordability.
    • Learn – Higher education abounds! Within the County, education choices include: Solano Community College, CSU Maritime Academy, Brandman University, and Touro University. Bordering our County is the renowned University of California Davis.
    • Work – The blend of agriculture, corporate business and pleasant lifestyle enhance the attraction of Solano County. Blessed with a thriving agricultural economy, the county is also home to biotechnology and other growth industries.
    • Play - Situated midway between San Francisco and Sacramento—the State capitol, Solano County is home to rolling hillsides, waterfronts and fertile farmland. County residents can enjoy day trips to the San Francisco Bay area, Lake Tahoe region and the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.

     

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