Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/Senior Salary $84,198.40 - $155,750.40 Annually Location Lake County, CA Job Type Full Time - Open to all applicants Job Number 26-031 Department District Attorney Opening Date 02/17/2026 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Exempt Description Benefits Questions Job Details
Under direct supervision or general direction, performs a variety of professional criminal legal work and legal research for the District Attorney's Office, ranging from routine to the most complex tasks. This includes representing the office on legal assignments, planning and coordinating investigations for case prosecution, and providing lead direction and work coordination for other legal staff as needed. Related duties are also performed as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
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Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.
ADA Accommodations
Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213.
The County of Lake is dedicated to valuing diversity and promoting inclusion, recognizing that our diverse workforce is our most valuable asset, and ensuring our customers remain our top priority. The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer
Veterans Preference
General Recruitment Information
Licensing and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Drivers License. Possession of an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
Education and Experience:
Completion of requisite legal training and eligibility for membership in the State Bar of California.
Deputy District Attorney I
Licensing and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Drivers License. Possession of an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
Education and Experience:
One (1) year of full-time professional experience in performing criminal law work comparable to that of a Deputy District Attorney I with the County of Lake.
Deputy District Attorney II
Licensing and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Drivers License. Possession of an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
Education and Experience:
One (1) year of full-time professional experience in performing criminal law work comparable to that of a Deputy District Attorney II with the County of Lake.
Deputy District Attorney III
Licensing and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Drivers License. Possession of an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
Education and Experience:
Eighteen (18) months of full-time professional experience in performing criminal law work comparable to that of a Deputy District Attorney III with the County of Lake.
Deputy District Attorney, Senior
Licensing and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Drivers License. Possession of an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
Education and Experience:
Eighteen (18) months of full-time professional experience in performing criminal law work comparable to that of a Deputy District Attorney III with the County of Lake.
Deputy District Attorney I Definition
Under direct supervision, performs professional criminal legal work and legal research; represents the District Attorney's Office on legal assignments; and performs related duties as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is the trainee and entry level classification in the professional Deputy District Attorney series. Incumbents are expected to perform professional legal work (such as perform misdemeanors and less complex felony case management and prosecution) and research with guidance and supervision from more experienced staff. This class differs from Deputy District Attorney II in that Deputy District Attorney II is the first experienced working level with incumbents performing a broader range of legal work under less supervision.
Positions in the Deputy District Attorney series are flexibly staffed. Incumbents may advance to the higher classifications after gaining the knowledge, skill, experience, licenses, and certifications which meet the qualifications for and demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Receives direct supervision from the Deputy District Attorney or District Attorney. Exercises no supervision over staff.
Examples of Essential Duties
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Performs professional legal assignments and research. Performs criminal prosecutions for misdemeanors. Receives and reviews complaints, examining evidence, interviewing witnesses, investigating crime scenes, and reviewing police reports to determine if criminal prosecution is warranted. Authorizes and drafts criminal complaints, information, and other legal documents to support criminal prosecutions. Conducts pleadings, arraignments, pre-trial agreements, and other aspects of trial work; appears in court, preparing and presenting cases at trials; and analyzes the facts of cases and legal precedents for motions, stipulations, or waivers. Confers with judges and/or opposition attorneys regarding modifications, withdrawing charges, and changing charges. Negotiates case settlements. Provides briefings and oral arguments. Anticipates and prepares for legal reasoning of opposition attorneys. Drafts jury instructions. Presents opening statements; interrogates and cross examines witnesses; argues points of law; and presents final arguments and summations. Reviews court records, analyzes evidence, and prepares appellate briefs. Works with local law enforcement agencies on cases. Frequently travels to various off-site locations, including crime scenes, the County jail, and the courthouse. Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Applicable state and federal laws, criminal law, constitutional law, and provisions affecting the prosecution of alleged criminals. Judicial procedures and the rules of evidence. Legal research methods. Interviewing techniques. Pleadings procedures. Appellate court procedures. Customer service principles and techniques. Written and oral communications skills. Proper English spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software applications) to conduct research, assess information, and/or prepare documentation. Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction.
Ability to:
Perform professional legal and legal research work. Analyze facts and apply legal precedents and principles to assigned cases. Prepare and present cases at all levels of the court system. Present statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and logically. Perform legal research. Conduct effective negotiations. Interview and prepare witnesses for testimony. Prepare and present a variety of special reports. Effectively represent the District Attorney's Office with the public, courts, law enforcement agencies, and other government jurisdictions. Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Utilize a computer, relevant software applications, and/or other equipment as assigned to perform a variety of work tasks. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Licensing and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Drivers License. Possession of an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California. Education and Experience:
Completion of requisite legal training and eligibility for membership in the State Bar of California.
Working Conditions, ADA, and Other Requirements
The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Incumbents generally work partially in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions and partially in the field. As such, incumbents may have occasional exposure to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, and direct exposure to hazardous physical conditions. Incumbents may also be subject to clients or members of the public afflicted with behavioral disorders or who are under emotionally stressful conditions. Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work. Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.
Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.
Deputy District Attorney II Definition
Under direct supervision, performs a