Butte County (Ca) Oroville , CA 95965
Posted 2 months ago
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FLSA: Exempt
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, direction, and general direction, performs professional legal duties in support of the District Attorney's Office and the prosecution of criminal activities; represents the District Attorney in the management of legal issues and all aspects of felony and civil prosecution in Butte County; litigates assigned cases in courts of law; performs legal research; plans and coordinates investigations for the prosecution of legal cases; and performs related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision (Deputy District Attorney I and II), direction (Deputy District Attorney III) and general direction (Deputy District Attorney IV) from the District Attorney. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a multi-level professional classification series in which incumbents may be assigned to any of four (4) levels, depending upon experience, proficiency gained, and the complexity and sensitivity of assigned cases. The work may be related to prosecuting cases in a number of legal specialty areas of criminal and civil law. Positions in these classes are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower-level classification.
Deputy District Attorney I: This is the entry level class in the Deputy District Attorney flexible classification series. Incumbents with professional-level experience learn and perform the less difficult and less complex misdemeanor case management and prosecution within the District Attorney's Office, such as misdemeanor, domestic violence, theft, elder abuse, DUI and controlled substance cases. The work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Incumbents normally advance to the level of Deputy District Attorney II after gaining experience, achieving proficiency, and demonstrating ability to perform tasks that meet the requirements for Deputy District Attorney II.
Deputy District Attorney II: This is the second working level class in the Deputy District Attorney series performing professional legal work for a broader range of increasingly complex misdemeanor cases and moderately complex felony criminal cases within the District Attorney's Office. Incumbents regularly work on cases that are varied, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence.
Deputy District Attorney III: This is the third working, and full journey-level, classification in the Deputy District Attorney series responsible for performing the full range of professional legal work within the District Attorney' Office. Positions in this classification rely on experience and judgment to ensure the efficient and effective prosecution of assigned cases. The work involves problem-solving of unique issues or increasingly complex problems without precedent and/or structure. Assignments are given with general guidelines, and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver legal services. Work may be reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence.
Deputy District Attorney IV: This is the principal prosecutor within the Deputy District Attorney series responsible for full vertical management of assigned criminal and civil cases. It is the fourth working, and highest (non-lead or supervisor) advanced-level, classification in the Deputy District Attorney series and is responsible for performing the most complex and difficult professional legal work within the District Attorney's Office. Positions in this classification have extensive experience and judgment to ensure the efficient and effective solo prosecution of the most complex and highest-level felony cases, including murder, gang or special victim cases. The work involves problem-solving of unique issues or increasingly complex problems without precedent and/or structure. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver legal services.
Positions in the Deputy District Attorney class series are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancing from the lower-level classification at the discretion of the Department Head. Progression to each higher classification level is subject to all of the following (i) management affirmation that the incumbent is performing the full range of duties assigned (ii) management approval for progression to the next higher level in the series; (iii) satisfactory work and office performance at the current classification level; and (iv) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the next classification including any licenses and certifications.
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Typical functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. Some duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed in a learning capacity for entry-level (I Level) positions.
Knowledge of:
Ability To:
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Level I: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree and a Juris Doctorate.
Level II: In addition to the above, one (1) year of legal experience as an attorney engaged in the practice of law in the State of California, preferably in the area of criminal prosecution, and demonstrated increased ability to prosecute complex misdemeanor cases is required for advancement to the level of Deputy District Attorney II.
Level III: In addition to the requirements of Level I and II, two (2) years of legal experience as an attorney engaged in the practice of law in the State of California, preferably in the area of criminal prosecution, and demonstrated increased ability to prosecute complex misdemeanor cases is required for advancement to the level of Deputy District Attorney III.
Level IV: In addition to the requirements of Levels I-III, an additional one (1) year (a total of three (3) years) of legal experience as an attorney engaged in the practice of law in the State of California, preferably in the area of criminal prosecution, and demonstrated increased ability to prosecute the most complex and/or high penalty cases with minimal supervision is required for advancement to the level of Deputy District Attorney IV.
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EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS UTILIZED
Disaster Service Worker
All Butte County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
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