DISTRICT ATTORNEYS FIELD DEPUTY
Salary
$90,820.32 - $122,388.00 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
A1819D
Department
DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Opening Date
09/25/2026
Closing Date
10/12/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Position/Program Information
LOS ANGELES COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEYS OFFICE
EXAM NUMBER:
A1819D
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
We welcome applications from everyone!
FILING PERIOD:
We will be accepting online applications from Monday, September 28, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Monday, October 12, 2026, before 5:00 p.m. (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Monday, October 12, 2026, to be accepted.
Los Angeles County, with almost 10 million residents, is the nation's most populous county and one of Southern Californias largest employers. With more than 100,000 employees across 39 departments and 2,100 different job types, we provide vital and diverse public services, including law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, and cultural activities. We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
Joining the Los Angeles County District Attorneys Office
The Los Angeles County District Attorneys Office (LADA) is the largest local prosecutorial office in the United States. Our jurisdiction spans 4,084 miles, stretching from the Antelope Valley to Long Beach and from Pomona to Malibu. LADA is dedicated to protecting and serving our community and safeguarding the rights of crime victims and the accused alike through an unrelenting pursuit of justice. That pursuit of justice will ensure that not just the result, but the process itself reflects the highest standards of fairness, impartiality, and integrity.
What does a District Attorney Field Deputy do?
A District Attorney Field Deputy reports to the Assistant Chief Field Deputy or higher-level supervisor. These positions coordinate the bureaus operations internally and with other governmental agencies, organizations, media outlets, and community groups. The incumbents primary responsibilities are to support the mission and the established goals and objectives of the District Attorneys Office through various communication vehicles and public affairs efforts. Incumbents must effectively address matters of importance to the District Attorneys Office, both internally and with members of the public and various groups.
Essential Job Functions
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
A bachelors degree from an accredited college and three (3) years of full-time paid experience involving extensive public contacts* in connection with a wide variety of governmental or community problems and in dealing with individuals or groups representing a wide range of community interests.
Wide variety of Governmental Community Problems and Interests: paid experience addressing public safety, the criminal justice system or overall quality of life, including gang violence, consumer protection, victims rights, civic responsibility, and/or environmental issues.
DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of all relevant official documents, including your diploma, transcript, or letter from an accredited institution. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database. Documents marked as unofficial will not be accepted. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf ;
If you are unable to attach documents, you may email them to exams@da.lacounty.gov at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days of the end of the filing period. Failure to provide the documentation will result in application rejection. Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the documents.
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending them to the exam analyst. Please check your application to ensure that the documents are uploaded by logging into governmentjobs.com and reviewing your submitted application. All documents must be clear and legible. Although resumes may be uploaded as attachments to the online application, resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of completing the online application.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Drivers License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
2 - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
WITHHOLD:
If you will meet the requirements within 3 months of the end of the application filing period, then you can still apply for this exam. However, we will not include you on the list sent to hiring managers until we have verified that you meet the requirements.
LOCATION AND SHIFT REQUIREMENT:
Applicants must be willing and able to work in ANY AREA of Los Angeles County and ANY SHIFT (e.g., evenings, nights, weekends, etc.)
Additional Information
If you fulfill the requirements outlined above, you will be invited to participate in the examination.
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
Our assessment process for this exam consists of two parts:
Part I: Qualifying evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and supplemental questions to assess Knowledge of Public Relations and Ability to Communicate in Writing and Knowledge of Multimedia Technologies. This is an unweighted qualifying assessment.
Applicants must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I to proceed to Part II.
Part II: An Interview weighted 100% to assess oral expression and comprehension, interpersonal skills, organizational ability, decision-making ability, ability to manage stress, adaptability, attention to detail, dependability, teamwork project management, ability to serve in a lead capacity and creativity/innovation.
Applicants must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment to be added to the list. Final results will be sent via email. Test scores will not be given over the phone.
Standardized examination materials are not subject to review, as outlined in the CSR 7.19. However, the following material is available for review:
NOTE: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application.
ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION:
Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of 12 months. We will use this list to fill vacancies in the District Attorneys Office as they occur.
SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION REGISTERS:
Selective certification list may be prepared for the following language specialties: American Sign Language, Arabic, Armenian, Cambodian, Cantonese, Farsi, Korean, Lao, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese. The Department may also prepare selective certification lists by service areas.
Candidates who wish to have their names placed on a language selective certification list must indicate their foreign language on the application and pass a qualifying language proficiency test on their ability to speak, read, and write English and the specialty language.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employers name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information on your application and any attachments will result in refusal of application, rescission of appointment, or restriction of application to future recruitments. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicants responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part.
Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
info@governmentjobs.com
talentcentral@shl.com
exams@da.lacounty.gov
mmosley@da.lacounty.gov
New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family members or friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, contact the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at exams@da.lacounty.gov. We require a completed Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the request. The sooner you contact us; the sooner we can respond and keep you moving through the process.
QUESTIONS? PLEASE CONTACT US:
Exam Number: A1819D
Department Contact Name: Exams Unit
Department Contact Phone: (213) 257-2700
Department Contact Email: exams@da.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 257-2700
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099
Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.
Fair Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.
Veteran's Credit:
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veteran's credit, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf
Revised September 2025
For detailed information, please click here
01
The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be as specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.
02
Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. The County of Los Angeles will not consider claims of not receiving the email notification as an acceptable reason to authorize a reschedule or late exam administration. Please add the following email address to your list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail: • Mmosley@da.lacounty.gov • exams@da.lacounty.gov • info@governmentjobs.com • talentcentral@shl.com
03
Field Deputy Supplemental Questionnaire This Supplemental Questionnaire is to be completed by all applicants for the Field Deputy examination. This Supplemental Questionnaire requires you to document specific work experience that pertains to the competencies identified as essential for successful performance of the job duties of a Field Deputy. The information you provide will be scored using a point system that reflects the relative importance of each item to the performance of the duties of this classification. It is your sole responsibility to complete this questionnaire fully, correctly, and accurately. Responses such as "see resume or application" will not be accepted. Vague, illegible, or incomplete responses will not receive credit. Making false statements on this questionnaire may result in refusal of application, rescission of appointment, or restriction of application to future recruitments. Scoring: You will receive points for specific work experience (i.e., pertinent work activities) that have been linked to ones ability to successfully perform the duties of a Field Deputy. Employment Experience: It is your responsibility to provide verifiable documentation OR contact information from any agency or organization that supports the work experience you described in this questionnaire. If you are providing verifiable documentation, it must be issued by the organizations personnel officer, their designee, or your former immediate supervisor for the work described, and include a current telephone number for verification. All employment verification documentation must be on the organizations official letterhead. All documentation for employment verification must be on the organizations letterhead. Falsification of any information may result in refusal of application, rescission of appointment, or restriction of application to future recruitments. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview. I have read and understand the above instructions.
04
Do you possess a bachelors degree or higher from an approved or accredited university? EDUCATION VERFICATION: To receive credit for your education, you must attach a legible copy of official transcripts or your diploma from the accredited institution at the time of filing or email it to exams@da.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of the end of the filing period.
05
How many years of full-time paid experience do you have involving extensive public contacts in connection with a wide variety of governmental or community problems and in dealing with individuals or groups representing a wide range of community interests?
06
Do you have experience in conducting communication activities and other public affairs efforts by writing and preparing materials for a variety of public forums, training events, or media (newspaper articles, website content, multimedia presentations, etc.) in order to maximize program visibility and community reach.
07
If you indicated that you have experience in Question #6, you must provide ALL of the following that clearly demonstrate your experience. Comments such as "see resume or application" WILL NOT be considered as a response. If you do not have experience in this area, please enter "No experience". • Payroll Title • Department and Division/Section/Unit • Dates of Employment: FROM (mm/dd/yy) - TO (mm/dd/yy) • Manager/supervisor's name and contact information • Detailed description of duties performed
08
Do you have experience in social media, including planning and managing the design of informational and promotional materials for public distribution, as well as reviewing and evaluating public information materials to educate and inform the public about programs and services.
09
If you indicated that you have experience in Question #8, you must provide ALL of the following that clearly demonstrate your experience. Comments such as "see resume or application" WILL NOT be considered as a response. If you do not have experience in this area, please enter "No experience". • Payroll Title • Department and Division/Section/Unit • Dates of Employment: FROM (mm/dd/yy) - TO (mm/dd/yy) • Manager/supervisor's name and contact information • Detailed description of duties performed
10
Do you have experience in social media, developing, managing, and coordinating strategic partnerships, in connection with programs, with any of the following: community groups, private sector entities, and government agencies (e.g., service organizations, media outlets).
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If you indicated that you have experience in Question #10, you must provide ALL of the following that clearly demonstrate your experience. Comments such as "see resume or application" WILL NOT be considered as a response. If you do not have experience in this area, please enter "No experience". • Payroll Title • Department and Division/Section/Unit • Dates of Employment: FROM (mm/dd/yy) - TO (mm/dd/yy) • Manager/supervisor's name and contact information • Detailed description of duties performed
12
Do you have experience in planning, managing and leveraging web-based or social media marketing and communications practices, which includes seeking input from staff, consultants, stakeholders, and/or other departments, in order to utilize current and emerging technologies to best reach target markets.
13
If you indicated that you have experience in Question #12, you must provide ALL of the following that clearly demonstrate your experience. Comments such as "see resume or application" WILL NOT be considered as a response. If you do not have experience in this area, please enter "No experience". • Payroll Title • Department and Division/Section/Unit • Dates of Employment: FROM (mm/dd/yy) - TO (mm/dd/yy) • Manager/supervisor's name and contact information • Detailed description of duties performed
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Selective certification lists may be prepared for the following language specialty: American Sign Language, Arabic, Armenian, Cambodian, Cantonese, Farsi, Korean, Lao, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese. Candidates who wish to have their names placed on a selective language certification list must indicate their foreign language by responding to supplemental questions 15 through 20 and pass a qualifying language proficiency test on their ability to speak, read and write in English and the specialty language.
15
Do you know American Sign Language?
16
Do you have a certificate from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf?
17
Are you proficient in SPEAKING any of the following languages?
18
Are you proficient in READING any of the following languages?
19
Are you proficient in WRITING any of the following languages?
20
Do you have a Language Proficiency Certificate issued by the County of Los Angeles, that indicates that you are proficient in READING, WRITING, and SPEAKING another language? (If yes, a copy must be attached to this application.)
Required Question
Employer County of Los Angeles
Address
Los Angeles, California, 90010
Website http://hr.lacounty.gov
| Location | Los Angeles, CA |
| Salary | $90,820.32–$122,388 Per Year |
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