Deputy District Attorney

THE POSITION

Washington County, the safest urban county in Oregon, is seeking applicants for the position of Deputy District Attorney I, II, III, or IV. These positions will be in our misdemeanor or felony criminal units, depending on experience. Our DDAs are responsible for all aspects of case prosecution including charging decisions, case management, negotiations, and trials.

In addition to safe neighborhoods and top-rated schools, Washington County is home to companies like Nike, Intel, and Columbia Sportswear. We stretch from the western boundary of Portland to the Coast Range, and include the cities of Beaverton, Hillsboro, Tigard, Tualatin, Sherwood, and Forest Grove. We are close enough to Portland to feel urban, but distant enough – both in proximity and philosophy – to have our own unique identity.

In the District Attorney’s office, we still believe in principle of accountability. We prosecute all crimes, from low-level misdemeanors to the most serious felonies. We aggressively prosecute violent crimes and repeat offenders, but offer various treatment courts in certain situations. We enjoy good working relationships with the courts and defense bar.

We offer top-tier prosecutor salaries, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and generous benefits (including reserved parking). Annual cost-of-living pay increases are routine and merit-based salary increases are common. Our DDA I to IV salary range is currently $106,000 to $211,000. Salary offers for these positions will depend on experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Preparation for trial and prosecution of misdemeanor, major traffic, juvenile and non-support cases. May also prosecute felony cases in Circuit Court.

2. Review of police reports and consultation with witnesses in misdemeanor, juvenile and felony cases to determine whether a criminal charge should be issued.

3. Contact, interview and schedule witnesses for court appearances.

4. Consult with victims to discuss and explain the details of the case.

5. Assists in creating a positive and supportive work environment; enforces a safe workplace; establishes a culture of teamwork and communication; creates a workplace that promotes the organizational values of workplace diversity, equity and inclusion and actively promotes an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society.

6. Negotiate the resolution of cases with defense attorneys.

7. Establish paternity orders inter- and intra-state in both judicial and administrative forums; respond to requests from other states to establish interstate support orders. Establish and modify child support orders.

8. Represent Children's Services Division in juvenile dependency cases; may advise juvenile counselors in resolving juvenile cases.

9. May be assigned to special projects (post-conviction relief, domestic violence cases).

10. May teach seminars to police agencies about traffic, juvenile, misdemeanor, and family abuse restraining order laws and procedures.

11. May provide on-call advice to police agencies during non-working hours.

12. Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be through training and experience in criminal, civil and juvenile law.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Applications or questions may also be emailed to: jeff_lesowski@washingtoncountyor.gov.

Management, Administrative and Professional Personnel System (MAPPS) - FLSA exempt employees are paid on a salaried basis. The premise of salaried/exempt employment is that established compensation recognizes the time and effort needed to accomplish all assigned job duties. Job responsibilities may require work outside of the employee's standard work week or a work week in excess of 40 hours.

For more information on the MAPPS policy, please review the specific document using this link: Click Here

This position is not represented under a collective bargaining agreement.

Regular and limited duration full-time employees working 30 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits beginning on the first of the month following employment. Part-time regular, variable hour, and temporary positions are not eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Check Out Our Award-Winning Benefits & Wellness Program!
Washington County values your dedication to lead the future of our community through public service. Our total compensation package, which is comprised of more than just your annual salary, was built to show our commitment to the physical and financial health and wellbeing of you and your family. Your total compensation package includes a comprehensive benefits program with medical, dental, and vision coverage at up to 95% employer paid! Other benefits you’ll enjoy as part of your total compensation package include:

• Paid Time Off - 11 paid holidays including one floating holiday, 12 vacation days for new employees (accrual rates increase based on length of service), AND up to 96 hours of sick leave per year (unused sick leave accumulates from year to year without limit to provide pay and security if needed).
• Wellness Program - Washington County has been named one of Oregon’s Healthiest Employers by the Portland Business Journal for the past 7 years. We are proud to receive this award and will continue to make your health and wellbeing a priority by providing resources and support to help you and your family live and work well. Resources include smoking cessation, weight management, and stress management classes (online or telephonic with a personal health coach); discounts on gym memberships, fitness activities, and sports tickets; and Health & Wellness events and onsite flu shot clinics.
• Alternative Care Coverage
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life and Disability Insurance (both County-provided and voluntary)
• Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) - 6% PERS Pick-up (May not apply to all collective bargaining units. For union represented positions, refer to applicable collective bargaining agreement)
• 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Bike lockers and repair stations
• Oregon College Savings Plan