Deputy District Atty I/II/III

[Golden State Finance Authority - Home Loan Assistance Program](https://gsfahome.org/about/news/3005FS2c%20-%20GSFA%20Factsheet%20-%20Word%20Doc%20-%20All%20pager.pdf) Under general direction, to perform professional criminal legal work and legal research; to represent the District Attorney’s Office on legal assignments; and to do related work as required.***(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)*** Performs professional legal assignments and research; performs criminal prosecutions for both misdemeanors and felonies; receives and reviews complaints, examining evidence, interviewing witnesses, investigating crime scenes, and reviewing police reports to determine if criminal prosecution is warranted; authorizes and drafts criminal complaints, information, and other legal documents to support criminal prosecutions; conducts pleadings, arraignments, pre-trial agreements, and other aspects of trial work; appears in court, preparing and presenting cases at preliminary hearings, trials, and Grand Jury proceedings; analyzes the facts of cases and legal precedents for preliminary hearing motions, stipulations, or waivers; confers with judges and/or opposition attorneys regarding modifications, withdrawing charges, and changing charges; negotiates case settlements; provides briefings and oral arguments; anticipates and prepares for legal reasoning of opposition attorneys; drafts jury instructions; presents opening statements; interrogates and cross examines witnesses; argues points of law; presents final arguments and summations; reviews court records, analyzes evidence, and prepares appellate briefs; works with local law enforcement agencies on cases; may be responsible for preparation of family support legal cases. **Knowledge of:** - Principles of Criminal, Constitutional, Civil, and Administrative Law. - California codes and statutes applicable to criminal and civil law. - Judicial procedures and the rules of evidence. - Legal research methods. - Interviewing techniques. - Computers and software used in professional legal work. **Ability to:** - Perform professional legal and legal research work. - Analyze facts and apply legal precedents and principles to assigned cases. - Prepare and present cases at all levels of the court system. - Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. - Prepare and present a variety of special reports. - Operate a computer and use appropriate software in the performance of professional legal work. - Effectively represent the District Attorney's Office with the public, courts, law enforcement agencies, and other government jurisdictions. - Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. **Training and Experience:** Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: - Completion of requisite legal training and eligibility for membership in the State Bar of California. **Special Requirements:** - Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License. - Current membership in the State Bar of California must be achieved within six (6) months of employment or appointment in this job class will be terminated. **TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS** Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. **TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS** Work is performed in an office environment and courtroom environment; occasionally works outside; continuous contact with other staff. **DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS** This is the entry and training level in the professional Deputy District Attorney class series. Incumbents are expected to perform…