Deputy District Attorney I-II-III

Deputy District Attorneys perform professional legal services in the prosecution of a variety of criminal and/or civil matters on behalf of the District Attorney and perform other related work as assigned.

The ideal candidate will be a person of integrity with a passion for justice, a love of mercy, and an attitude of humility.  They will possess excellent skills in legal writing and oral advocacy, with a demonstrated interest in protecting public safety through the rule of law.  The ideal candidate is someone who takes initiative and possesses excellent communication and relationship-building skills. 

Deputy District Attorney I: 

(Applicants who have taken the California Bar Exam this year and are waiting for results are encouraged to apply.) 

MINIMUM: Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited school of law.

PREFERRED: In addition to the above minimum, relevant professional experience as an attorney, law clerk, or legal intern.

Deputy District Attorney II:

MINIMUM: Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited school of law, and one year of professional experience as an attorney in the practice of law.

PREFERRED: In addition to the above minimum, additional years of relevant professional experience as an attorney, law clerk, or legal intern. 

Deputy District Attorney III:

MINIMUM: Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited school of law, and four years of professional experience as an attorney in the practice of law.

PREFERRED: In addition to the above minimum, additional years of relevant professional experience as an attorney, law clerk, or legal intern.

Salary: 

HIRING RANGE I: $6,890 - $7,579/Monthly

HIRING RANGE II: $7,984 - $8,783/Monthly

HIRING RANGE III: $9,531 - $10,485/Monthly