Job Opportunity

Chief Deputy District Attorney
Merced County

Date Posted:

June 12, 2019

Salary:

$136,614.40 – $166,337.60 Annually

Description:

Assists the District Attorney and Assistant District Attorney in administering various major units, functions and programs; may act for the District Attorney or Assistant District Attorney in their absence; and perform related work as required. The Chief Deputy District Attorney has the primary responsibility for providing overall management, direction, planning and supervision for a major division of the District Attorney Office. This class reviews and interprets case law and new legislation for application in criminal prosecution, family law and civil matters. This is an at-will class under the direction of and serves at the pleasure of the District Attorney.

Qualifications:

Experience:
One (1) year of experience as a Supervising Deputy District Attorney with Merced County or its equivalent in other counties.
OR
Two (2) years of experience as a Deputy District Attorney IV with Merced County or its equivalent in other counties.
OR
Six (6) years of experience in the practice of law with two (2) years in a supervisory capacity over other attorneys.

Education:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited law school.

Licenses:
Active membership in the State bar of California.

How to Apply:

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of County application.

Applications may filed online at:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/2475221/chief-deputy-district-attorney/agency/merced/apply

Filing Deadline:

Continuous Recruitment

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