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- Job Summary
The Office of the District Attorney is currently accepting applications for the position of
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY III
ABOUT THE POSITION:Deputy District Attorney III is the journey level class of its series. Incumbents share with higher level attorneys in prosecuting cases consisting of murder, conspiracy, sexual assault, or fraud; these cases involve a high degree of public interest and complex legal principles. A Deputy District Attorney III may also supervise a team of junior deputies in the performance of crime trial work.
Education and/or Experience:Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California; AND,- One (1) year of experience as a Deputy District Attorney II in the County of San Diego, or at an equivalent level with another California County or city agency; OR,
- Three (3) years of experience as an attorney at an equivalent level in the practice of criminal and/or civil law.
(1) Resume
(2) Cover Letter
(3) List of at least three (3) professional references with contact informationClick here to view the complete job description.
INTERVIEWS AND HIRING PROCESS:
Job offers for selected candidates will be made shortly after the interview process is completed. Candidates should be prepared to immediately complete background paperwork, upon receipt of a job offer.
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below. Please note that dates are approximate and are dependent upon the successful completion of each step of the process.- Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews.
- Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
- Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of background or other mutually agreed upon date.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
EVALUATION:
The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a three (3) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental application. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.NOTE:Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
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