Job Description

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range: $4,394.69 - $5,086.71 Semimonthly

Department: District Attorney

Job Type: Regular Represented

Exemption Status: United States of America (Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

The Opportunity:

The Multnomah County District Attorneys Office invites skilled attorneys with a commitment to justice to apply for the position of Deputy District Attorney 1 (DDA 1). The Multnomah County District Attorneys Office is responsible for prosecuting offenders accused of committing state and municipal law violations within Multnomah County. The District Attorneys Office is committed to the open and balanced administration of justice; one that honors and respects diversity in all its forms.

Your career as a Deputy District Attorney 1 may start in the Intake, Misdemeanor Trial, or Domestic Violence units. These positions essential functions may include but are not limited to the following:

• Review police reports and evidence to make an informed charging decision in a wide variety of misdemeanor criminal offenses.
• Advise both law enforcement and community members regarding legal questions and procedures.
• Prepare misdemeanor cases for trial including developing a trial strategy, preparing witnesses and drafting legal motions and memoranda.
• Participate in case negotiations with defense counsel.
• Appear in court and represent the State of Oregon in arraignments, all phases of trial, entries of plea, sentencing hearings and probation violation hearings.

TO QUALIFY:

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school, member in good standing of the Oregon State Bar, eligible for reciprocity.
• Current Certified law students employed at MCDA or a law clerk with a minimum of one year of experience in a prosecutors office.
• Active membership and member in good standing with the Oregon State Bar required prior to the time of employment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to persuasively present facts and evidence to judges and juries.
• Possess good judgment and organizational skills; effectively work with others; comprehend and follow complex instructions; interpret and implement legal analysis; deal tactfully with the public.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Special Qualifications/Transferable Skills:

• Prior jury trial experience.
• Thorough knowledge of criminal law practice and rules of criminal procedure.
• Strong academic record.
• Resident of Multnomah County.
• Willingness to assist with complex major felony prosecution.
• Advanced knowledge of data systems such as RegJIN, LEDS, NCIC, Odyssey, and CRIMES.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Candidates must successfully pass a thorough criminal background check and post-offer urine drug screen.

Initial review of application materials for minimum qualifications

Note: Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages upon submitting your application. You may be emailed requesting additional items from the Recruiter or hiring manager. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Questions?

Recruiter: Collette Carr

Email: collette.carr@mcda.us

Phone: +1 (971) 6108219

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

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