Deputy District Attorney I - Civil

JOB
The salary and job description listed are for a Deputy District Attorney I. Based on the qualifications of the candidate selected, the position may be filled as a Deputy District Attorney II, with a pay range of $99,216 to $133,432 annually.Churchill County, located in Northern Nevada and featuring 300 days of sunshine each year, is a wonderful place to live and work. Churchill County has a population of approximately 26,000 people. The County is primarily agricultural and is the home of Naval Air Station Fallon, which hosts Top Gun. There is a wonderful sense of community, and it is a great place for any family. We are surrounded by wonderful outdoor opportunities, a short drive from the Reno metropolitan area, beautiful Lake Tahoe and nearby ski resorts. The Churchill County District Attorney’s office is comprised of seven attorneys, eight legal secretaries and six child support workers. We have a family friendly/flexible office environment. We are willing to consider and work with applicants who are members of the bar in other States. This position will be open until December 21, 2025, so interested applicants are encouraged to apply without delay. Applicants are required to submit an online application at www.churchillcounty.org/careers. Applicants also need to submit a résumé, cover letter (indicating why you are interested in working for the Churchill County District Attorney's Office), writing sample attached to their online application. If you need assistance attaching your documents, please notify Kim Brontsema at kim.brontsema@churchillcountynv.gov. The person in this position is responsible for providing professional legal services involved in advising elected and appointed officials on legal matters, prosecuting juvenile delinquency matters, and representing the State in 432B matters . Responsibilities include evaluating investigative reports; filing delinquency cases; preparing legal opinions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents; conducting legal research; examining and evaluating evidence; drafting contracts, attending public meetings, and counseling clients. Churchill County provides an attractive compensation package that extends beyond just the salary. The county pays 100% of the retirement contribution to Nevada PERS on your behalf (36.75% over and above your wage, equivalent to $33,000/year ). The county pays 100% of the employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $12,800/year). AND you will not have Social Security taken out of your paycheck, which results in an additional 6% take-home pay (equivalent to $5,400/year). DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is an at-will position which serves at the pleasure of the District Attorney.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.Serves as in-house counsel and provides legal advice and representation on behalf of any County or regional public agency; provides representation on a broad range of legal issues and matters to include federal civil rights actions, personal injury, licensing, personnel/labor issues, planning/zoning and the judicial review of agency decisions.Advises County officials on the legal propriety of proposed actions to include: the analysis and assessment of claims; provision of advice during meetings of County and regional boards and commissions; provision of oral and written legal opinions.Prepares and provides advice on the preparation of ordinances and draft legislation.Makes oral and written presentations to the County Board and other public and private groups; represents Departments and the County with other government agencies or in public meetings.Handles all court filings and appearances related to abused and neglected children through representation of the Division of Child and Family Services and the provision of general legal counsel to that department.Serves as on-call deputy to answer questions and draft search warrant applications.Makes court appearance to include: trials, appeals, preliminary hearings, status hearings, arraignments, evidentiary and review hearings and Child Support Hearing Master.Prepares various legal documents including appeals, motions, reviews of criminal complaints, negotiations and settlements of proposals.Performs legal duties in the criminal area of the District Attorney’s Office as assigned.Provides legal support to child support: reviews documentation, negotiates settlements, provides training to staff, etc.Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team. Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength and agility to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate over the telephone and in person.Conditions of EmploymentContinued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable). Churchill County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.