Deputy District Attorney I or II - Civil, Deputy District Attorney I or II - Criminal, Senior D
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Law/Legal
Legal Counsel, Lawyer
Deputy District Attorney I – Civil
The county’s District Attorney’s office is comprised of seven attorneys, eight legal secretaries, and six child support workers. The office provides a family‑friendly, flexible environment and welcomes applicants who are members of the bar in other states. This position is open until filled, and interested applicants are encouraged to apply without delay.
Responsibilities- Evaluate investigative reports; file delinquency cases; prepare legal opinions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal research; examine and evaluate evidence; draft contracts; attend public meetings; counsel clients.
The county’s District Attorney’s office is comprised of seven attorneys, eight legal secretaries, and six child support workers. The office provides a family‑friendly, flexible environment and welcomes applicants who are members of the bar in other states. This position is open until filled, and interested applicants are encouraged to apply without delay.
Responsibilities- Evaluate investigative reports; file criminal cases; prepare pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal research; examine and evaluate evidence; prosecute cases in the courts.
The county’s District Attorney’s office is comprised of seven attorneys, eight legal secretaries, and six child support workers. The office provides a family‑friendly, flexible environment and welcomes applicants who are members of the bar in other states. This senior position is open until filled, and interested applicants are encouraged to apply without delay.
Responsibilities- Provide a wide variety of highly complex and specialized professional legal services involved in the prosecution of the most complex criminal and high‑profile cases.
- Prepare and review a variety of legal documents.
The county pays 100% of the retirement contribution to Nevada PERS on your behalf (36.75% over and above your wage, equivalent to $33,000/year). The county pays 100% of the employee‑only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $12,800/year). And you will not have Social Security taken out of your paycheck, which results in an additional 6% take‑home pay (equivalent to $5,400/year).
Distinguishing Characteristics- At‑will position.
- Essential functions include providing legal advice and representation on behalf of any County or regional public agency; representing County departments and employees; and prosecuting criminal cases in state courts.
- Juris Doctorate in Law and admission to practice in the State courts of Nevada; or as provided by Supreme Court rule.
- Minimum of two years of experience as a licensed Nevada attorney is highly desirable.
- Coursework in evidence is required.
- Knowledge of legal principles, judicial procedure, evidence, and Nevada statutes and regulations; proficiency in legal research and computer applications.
- Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong organizational and time‑management skills.
The county is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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