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Public Defender Attorney

Deputy Public Defender I

Expires: 2023-12-04
Organization
County of Mendocino
Salary
$81,785.60 - $99,424.00 Annually
Job Status
Full Time
Ukiah, CA
This listing has expired.
Requirements
The current vacancy is in Ukiah, CA.  The list developed from this recruitment will be used for a limited period to fill open and promotional, regular full-time, and part-time positions throughout the County, should they occur. Pursuant to current bargaining unit agreements, employees regularly assigned to the coastal region or in Covelo are eligible to receive a 5% assignment premium.
Under close supervision, the Deputy Public Defender I learns and performs a variety of professional legal work involving the defense preparation of misdemeanor criminal cases as assigned and provides assistance to department staff.  Performs other related duties as required.

Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply. Se buscan personas bilingües en inglés y español. Para recibir una solicitud en español, llame a Recursos Humanos al 234-6600.

Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Interview clients in and out of custody; discuss cases with associated parties, such as investigators, police officers, probation officers and other attorneys.
  • Review and evaluate assigned cases; determine appropriate strategies to use in each case.
  • Negotiate resolution of cases with deputy district attorneys.
  • Represent defendants in court at various stages of cases, including arraignments, preliminary hearings, pre-trial conferences and/or trials.
  • Research, formulate, draft and file motions, briefs and/or other legal documents.
  • Write, file and argue motions in court.
  • Prepare cases for presentation at jury trials; coordinate with appropriate relevant parties.
  • Conduct legal research on criminal law issues.
  • Prepare comprehensive investigative and/or other reports.
  • Help place defendants into rehabilitation programs.
  • Review and interpret current relevant legislation and litigation.
  • Acts as a representative for the Public Defender's office.
  • Maintain and upgrade professional knowledge, skills, and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Examination Process: All complete applications will be reviewed; incomplete applications will not be considered. Based on the number of qualified candidates, applicants meeting the job requirements and qualifications will be invited to participate in an oral examination (weight 100) or an unassembled exam, consisting of an evaluation of education and experience as stated on the application form. The examination process will test the knowledge and abilities described above. A minimum score of 70 must be attained for placement on the employment list.

Special Testing: If you require special testing arrangements to accommodate a disability or religious conviction you must contact Human Resources at 707.234.6600 prior to the test date to make your requirements known.  You must provide enough advance notice to allow Human Resources to properly review and evaluate your request.

Special Requirements: Employment in some County departments or positions may require the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background, which may include fingerprinting, and/or a medical examination, which may include drug screening.

This announcement is a synopsis of duties and requirements of this job. To review the complete classification specification and benefits, please see the HR website. Applications must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.

Job Contact
707-234-6600