Deputy District Attorney III/IV

These positions offer the opportunity to prosecute complex and meaningful cases that directly affect victims, families, and the broader community. Deputy District Attorneys at the III and IV levels exercise sound judgment, professionalism, and compassion while handling challenging criminal and juvenile matters. Working collaboratively with law enforcement, investigators, and community partners, incumbents help ensure that cases are prosecuted fairly, thoroughly, and ethically.

At the advanced IV level, attorneys may handle high-profile and specialized cases—including homicide, sexual assault, domestic violence, and major fraud—while also serving as liaisons to law enforcement agencies, task forces, and grand juries. These roles require not only legal excellence, but a deep commitment to public service and community well-being.

This is an opportunity to apply your experience in a role where your work has a lasting impact—protecting victims, holding offenders accountable, and strengthening confidence in the justice system.

• CalPERS Retirement (see benefits section to determine plan/tier placement);
• Deferred Compensation, for every four dollars contributed to the County contracted deferred compensation programs by employees, the County shall contribute one dollar to the employee's account, up to a maximum of three thousand dollars ($3,000) per calendar year.
• Excellent low-cost PPO insurance ($101.68 per month for a family of 3+) including medical, dental, vision and chiropractic insurance coverage for the employee and their eligible dependents;
• Onsite health center for employees and eligible dependents on County health insurance;
• $40,000 term life/accident insurance;
• Paid vacation and sick leave (see benefits tab for more details); and
• An additional 120 hours of professional vacation which can be cashed out each fiscal year, prorated at hire;
• Option to telework three (3) days per week;
• Access to the County's Employee Assistance Program
• Access to Kings County's Assist-to-Own Down Payment Assistance Program. Click here for more information;
• Longevity Pay beginning at five (5) years (See MOU);
• Holiday Closure (See MOU);
• For further information click here for the Prosecutor's Association MOU

DUTY SAMPLE

• Performs the full range of routine to complex legal activities, involving the investigation and prosecution of routine to complex criminal, juvenile, or civil cases; prepares and presents cases in court.
• Evaluates incoming law enforcement reports involving offenders; review reports and files cases and handles all aspects of prosecution from arraignment to sentencing.
• Reviews, analyzes, and researches allegations; makes determination on the appropriate charge following receipt of the agency reports; files criminal charges.
• Interviews witnesses and victims; reviews and analyzes evidence, police reports, and other materials related to pending cases.
• Provides direction to law enforcement and investigative personnel related to investigation of criminal offenses; provides advice as to applicable laws, court decisions, and legal authorities.
• Negotiates with defense counsel at pre-trial hearings regarding case disposition or modification.
• Prepares and appears in court for trials, hearings, and pleadings.
• Makes recommendations regarding sentencing and presents the position at sentencing and revocation hearings.
• Researches law and precedents to obtain information needed to prosecute pending cases.
• Performs appellate research and drafts appellate briefs, pleadings, bail recommendations, motions, and other legal documents; appears in the designated court of appeal.
• Manages court calendars to ensure that cases are resolved quickly; prepares for settlement conferences; conducts in-chambers discussions with court staff and defense attorneys to facilitate case settlement.
• Performs trial work, including jury selection, examination and cross-examination, introduction of evidence, and argument of the prosecution case.
• Maintains accurate records and files, and compiles reports of work performed.
• Participates in various task forces with surrounding counties.
• Monitors legal developments, including proposed legislation and court decisions; evaluates their impact on the prosecution of civil and criminal cases and recommends appropriate action.
• Communicates with victims and witness to advise on the status of the case; obtain information and schedule meetings or court appearances.
• Handle the misdemeanor and felony criminal resentencing motions, Racial Justice Act motions, appeals and related writs before the California Court of Appeal and the Kings County Superior Court; respond to habeas corpus litigation in Kings County Superior Court, including capital litigation; may involve complex discovery and evidential hearings completed within narrow time frames (Applies to the III and IV level only.)
• Serves as a lead attorney on projects, task forces, including law enforcement training and liaison tasks, as assigned. (Applies to the IV level only.)
• Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS **Minimum requirements must be met by the closing date**

SELECTION PROCESS: **EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**