Deputy District Attorney I/II (Continuous)
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Hanford, CA
Job Type
Full-time permanent
Job Number
2025-121
Department
District Attorney
Division
District Attorney
Opening Date
04/06/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
JOB OPPORTUNITY
The Kings County District Attorneys Office is currently seeking qualified individuals for the position of:
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY I/II - Continuous
LEVEL I: $84,260.80 - $102,835.20 ANNUALLY
LEVEL II: $97,843.20 - $119,371.20 ANNUALLY
This recruitment is a continuous recruitment, which means we will accept application on a continuous basis. A continuous recruitment may be closed once the position is filled or at any time.
Are you interested in joining a professional team committed to serving the Kings County community? As a Deputy District Attorney, you will prosecute criminal cases, appear in court, conduct legal research, and support investigations under the direction of the District Attorney's Office. This role offers valuable experience across a wide range of criminal and civil matters and provides opportunities for growth across multiple assignment levels.
If you are motivated, detail-oriented, and dedicated to public service, we encourage you to apply today!
Please click here for a video about the District Attorneys Office.
To discover what makes Kings County a great place to live and work, click here to watch a short video.
For further information click here for the Prosecutors Association MOU
DUTY SAMPLE
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Some duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed in a learning capacity for entry-level (I Level) positions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum requirements must be met by the closing date
Please note: Work experience for the last 15 years must be included in the work history portion of your application. It is also important that your application show all the relevant education and experience that you possess, even if it extends beyond the required past 15 years. A resume may be attached, but it is not a substitute for completing the application and supplemental questions. Failure to submit a completed application may eliminate you from the recruitment. When completing the work history portion of your application please include each level position title and level as a separate entry when applicable (e.g., If you were a Level I and promoted to Level II, each level should be entered separately to reflect the time held at each level).
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
Experience:
Level I: None required.
Level II: One (1) year of experience equivalent to a Deputy District Attorney I in Kings County or one (1) year of experience practicing as a licensed attorney, preferably in the area of criminal law and demonstrated increased ability to prosecute complex misdemeanor cases.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Licenses:
NOTE: Applicants must attach a copy of their licenses and certificates at the time application is submitted, if it is not attached, your application will be considered incomplete. For more information on how to add attachments to your application, click here.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Qualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check. Must be willing to work irregular hours as required, including evenings and work outside normal office hours. Travel within and outside the County as required; must maintain active membership in the State Bar of California.
For a complete description of duties and qualifications, please view the detailed job specification below.
Deputy District Attorney I
Deputy District Attorney II
SELECTION PROCESS: EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or written examination (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list.
Note: Those applicants who are among the top 40 written test scores will be invited to participate in the oral examination process.
VETERANS PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Veterans Preference Application
You must submit a certified DD-214 and a new request form for each application submission prior to the closing date.
Tentative Recruitment Schedule:
Final Date to Apply: April 15, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.; Updated to continuous
HR Oral Examination: May 7, 2026
Please click here to view the current Prosecutors Association MOU.
Retirement Benefits: Eligible employees are enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement System, known as CalPERS. The County contracts with CalPERS for this benefit in the miscellaneous or safety plans as appropriate. The County has reciprocity with other qualifying public retirement systems in California.
Effective January 1, 2013, all new members to CalPERS, or existing members with more than a 6-month break in service from a qualifying previous public employer, will be enrolled in one of the following CalPERS retirement plans (with three-year average final compensation) based on their classification:
Miscellaneous - 2% at 62
Safety - 2.7% at 57
If a new employee is currently a member of a qualifying California public retirement plan without a break in service of no more than 6 months (documentation will be required), or ever worked for Kings County previously, they may qualify instead for either of these plans (with single highest year final compensation) in effect prior to January 1, 2013:
Miscellaneous - 2% at 55
Safety - 3% at 55
The new formulas will not apply to existing County employees hired prior to 12/31/12 who promote or transfer to a different position, or into a position covered by a different PERS plan (e.g. move from a position covered by the Miscellaneous Plan to one covered by the Safety Plan).
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, mental health, and chiropractic care for employees and their eligible dependents is available. The portion of the monthly cost that the employees are responsible for depends on their bargaining unit. The County has an Employee Health Center available to Kings County employees and their dependents enrolled in the County health plan.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The EAP is available to all employees, no County health insurance needed. You, your spouse or partner, anyone in your household, and dependents up to age 26 can use this confidential program. The EAP helps with everyday challenges that may affect your well-being, relationships, or work. From stress and family concerns to childcare or work issues, it provides guidance, resources, and support.
Term Life/Accident Insurance: Term life/accident insurance is provided for employees in the amount of $40,000.
Deferred Compensation: Participation is voluntary. One plan with several investment options is available. For more information on the eligibility of a contribution match, please refer to the applicable MOU.
Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and day after, Christmas Eve; Christmas Day; and half-day New Years Eve. Holiday credit may vary for law enforcement, fire, and other employees required to work on a holiday. Refer to the MOU for information on the paid holiday closure.
Vacation: Eligible employees earn from two to four weeks of paid vacation per year, depending on their length of service and bargaining unit agreements.
Sick Leave: Sick Leave is accrued for each hour worked. Accrual rates vary depending on date of hire and bargaining unit agreements. The accumulation of sick leave starts from your first day of employment and sick leave may be requested subsequent to the time it is earned.
Retiree Health Insurance: Upon retirement from the County, and depending on bargaining unit agreements, a percentage of accrued sick leave may be converted to be used to pay for retiree health insurance benefits for eligible employee and spouse.
Education Reimbursement Program: Full-time, permanent employees are eligible to receive up to $500 for units earned toward an associates degree, or up to $1,500 for units toward a bachelors or masters degree. Permanent employees who work at least half-time are eligible. Extra help employees are not eligible. Courses must be to increase their knowledge or ability to perform their present job or to prepare for a higher-level job with the County. This program is subject to annual funding.
Flexible Benefits Program: Optional program allows employees to pay for certain qualified benefits with pre-tax salary (such as child care expenses, unreimbursed medical costs, or health insurance premiums).
Advanced Vacation Accrual for New Hires: Upon the recommendation of the District Attorney, the Human Resources Director may authorize a vacation accrual rate for employees covered by this Agreement (see Article 2) hired from outside the County at an amount equivalent to what their accrual would be if their service time with other public agencies was earned in Kings County. Additionally, when this advanced accrual rate is authorized at the time of hire, the prior public service time will be used for calculating future adjustments to the accrual rate as if the time was earned with Kings County. This provision shall also apply to bargaining unit members hired as of 8/1/2024 who have service time with other public agencies as an Attorney.
Longevity Pay: Employees earn extra pay for their long-term, continuous full-time service with the County. As staff reach specific service milestones, they become eligible for increasing percentages of additional pay added to their regular salary. Please see the MOU for the full details.
Specialty Pays: See MOU for information.
Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision or procedure described herein may be modified or revoked at any time without notice.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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The application and supplemental questionnaire must be completed fully. The following supplemental questions are used to help determine qualifications and eligibility to continue in the recruitment process. All education and experience used to answer the supplemental questions must be included on the education and work history portion of your application. Incomplete applications or supplemental questionnaires cannot be revised after submission and may be grounds for rejection. Responses such as "see resume" or "see application" or brief general statements will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications may be rejected. By clicking "I Accept" below, I certify that I understand and will follow the application instructions.
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Do you possess a valid, active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California?
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If yes to above, 1) list your California State Bar License number and 2) the date it was issued. Type "N/A" if yo do not possess a California State Bar License.
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Select your experience below. Note: Experience indicated must also be on application to be considered.
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Describe your experience practicing as a licensed attorney. Include any experience in criminal law and/or expertise in a specialty area. BE SPECIFIC. Your response should include: 1) name of employer(s); 2) job title; 3) relevant job duties; and 4) the dates you performed these duties. If no applicable experience, type "N/A".
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Describe your experience prosecuting felony cases in Superior Court before a jury. BE SPECIFIC. Your response should include: 1) name of employer(s); 2) job title; 3) relevant job duties; and 4) the dates you performed these duties. If no applicable experience, type "N/A".
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Do you possess a current, valid California Drivers License (CADL)? NOTE: Military Spouses, please attach copies of your supporting documentation. For information on how to add attachments to your application, click here.
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This position requires the ability to qualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check.
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This positions requires the ability to work irregular hours as required, including evenings and work outside normal office hours.
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This position requires the ability to ravel within and outside the County as required.
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This position requires that you must maintain active membership in the State Bar of California.
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Please provide any additional information relevant to your qualifications for this position that you believe should be considered when evaluating your application. If not applicable, type "N/A".
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I understand that only a complete and accurate application will be considered. I have included all current and at least 15 years previous work history and education. I also understand that my application must show all the relevant education and experience that I possess, even if it extends beyond the required past 15 years. Additionally, I understand that the supplemental questions are considered part of my official application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification, or discharge from employment. By clicking "I Accept" below, I certify that I understand and have followed the application instructions.
Required Question
Employer Kings County
Address Kings County Government Center
1400 W. Lacey Blvd
Hanford, California, 93230
Phone (559) 852-2510