Deputy District Attorney II - Criminal

Applicants

Applicants are required to submit an online application rchillcounty.org/careers. Applicants also need to submit a résumé, cover letter (indicating why you are interested in working for the Churchill County District Attorney’s Office), and a writing sample attached to their online application. Applicants that are members in good standing of a State other than Nevada are encouraged to review Nevada Supreme Court Rule 49.1 for eligibility to practice in Nevada.

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• Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
• Prepares and presents the State’s evidence in criminal actions to include legal arguments regarding merit; argues on behalf of the State against writs of habeas corpus, petitions for post‑conviction relief and motions to suppress evidence.
• Appears on behalf of the State in probation, revocation, and sanity hearings; prepares and supervises the preparation of legal briefs filed on behalf of the State.
• Presents plea negotiations with opposing attorneys.
• Interviews and advises complainants and witnesses regarding prospective criminal action.
• Performs legal research and studies; interprets and applies laws, court decisions and legal points and authorities for use in the preparation of cases, opinions and briefs for the prosecution or the defense.
• Confers with and advises County officials, employees and representatives on legal questions; drafts ordinances, resolutions and other legislative measures; confers with investigators regarding the collection of facts and evidence.
• Attends pre‑trial police lineups; attends arraignments, preliminary hearings, hearings and trials and defends indigent clients in a variety of cases before County or State courts; dictates legal instruments, correspondence and reports.
• Maintains accurate records and files; prepares a variety of records and reports as assigned.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit’s service to its customers by offering suggestions and participating as an active member of a work team.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

The County pays 100% of the retirement contribution to Nevada PERS on your behalf (36.75% over and above your wage, equivalent to $36,400/year). The County pays 100% of the employee‑only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $12,800/year). You will not have Social Security taken out of your paycheck, which results in an additional 6% take‑home pay (equivalent to $5,900/year).

This is the experienced level class in this professional series, responsible for providing proficient completion of complex legal assignments. This class requires the application of seasoned judgment and latitude in completing casework. This class is distinguished from the Chief Deputy District Attorney in that the latter is a supervisory level classification. This is an at‑will position which serves at the pleasure of the District Attorney.

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Juris Doctorate in Law and admittance 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.