Deputy District Attorney III

About the role

The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office seeks qualified candidates for the position of Deputy District Attorney III. This is a continuous recruitment, and applications are encouraged to be submitted at any time.

Responsibilities

• Interviewing and advising victims about criminal cases and court processes
• Conducting preliminary felony hearings, grand jury proceedings, and trying felony and misdemeanor cases
• Filing and reviewing criminal complaints, motions, and other legal documents
• Collaborating with defense attorneys and judges to discuss plea agreements
• Researching and writing legal points and authorities and presenting them in court
• Preparing pleadings, legal documents, and other case materials in connection with trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings

Qualifications

• License Required: Possession of a Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License
• Registration: Active membership in the State Bar of California
• Experience: One (1) year of full-time experience as a Deputy District Attorney II in Contra Costa County or three (3) years of full-time experience as a prosecutor in a local, state, or federal organization

Benefits

To read the complete job description, please visit the website: www.cccounty.us/hr

Pay

The starting salary for this position is $120,648.36 annually.

Schedule

This position is available on a permanent full-time basis.