Deputy Public Defender IV - Alternate Public Defender - South Lake Tahoe - Military veterans preferred

Salary: $141,481.60 - $171,974.40 Annually Description

HIRE-ON INCENTIVES AVAILABLE** THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected, and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continue to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado also supports providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting. ALTERNATE PUBLIC DEFENDERS OFFICE The Alternate Public Defender's Office is committed to providing legal representation for people charged with criminal offenses who cannot afford to hire private counsel. The Alternate Public Defender's office provides quality legal services in a compassionate and professional manner, providing constitutional balance to the El Dorado County Legal System. THE OPPORTUNITY You will have the opportunity to perform professional legal duties in support of the Alternate Public Defender's Office in Placerville; provide public defense and legal services for court-appointed cases; perform legal research; plan and coordinate investigations for the legal defense cases. Hiring and relocation incentives are available for this opportunity:

Hire-on incentive up to $6,000* Relocation incentive up to $6,000* *Subject to El Dorado County Personnel Rules The Selected Candidate Will Have The Opportunity To

Prepare the defense for court-referred clients in a variety of misdemeanor, felony, juvenile, and conservatorship, or other specialty cases. Consult, confer, and communicate with clients advising them of charges and legal rights, and to discuss options, as set forth in office policies and in State Bar ethical requirements. Prepare and appear at pre-trials, trials, arraignments, revocation and bail hearings, and preliminary hearings, conservatorship hearings, and other Mental Health civil commitment hearings, in order to represent clients. Prepare suppression motions, motions to dismiss, motions to withdraw a plea, appellate briefs, and post-conviction motions as directed by management. Negotiate with prosecution attorneys for case disposition or modification. Deputy Public Defender IV : This is the fourth working, and highest (non-lead or supervisor) advanced-level, classification in the Deputy Public Defender series responsible for performing the more complex and difficult professional legal work within the Alternate Public Defender's Office; typical cases include regular assignment to review, analyze and litigate complicated, high profile criminal cases or an assignment to a specialized caseload. Positions in this classification have extensive experience and judgment to ensure the efficient and effective defense of assigned cases. The work involves problem-solving of unique issues or increasingly complex problems without precedent and/or structure. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver legal services. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. A demonstrated ability to successfully defend complex and high penalty cases with minimal supervision is required for advancement to the level of Deputy Public Defender IV.For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here.Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations: Education And Experience Deputy Public Defender IV :In addition to the education noted in the I-level , two (2) additional years of experience (for a total of five [5] years) as an attorney engaged in the practice of law in the State of California, preferably in the area of criminal defense. In addition, at this level, experience defending complex and high penalty cases with minimal supervision is required for advancement to the level of Deputy Public Defender IV. Licenses And Certifications

Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record. Possession of an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California. Click here to view the minimum Qualifications for Deputy Public Defender IV and the physical, environmental, and working conditions. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When completing your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions, click 'Accept.'If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Kelly Gatchet in Human Resources at kelly.gatchet@edcgov.us RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. Training and Experience Review (Weighted 100%): A training and experience review consists of candidates responding to supplemental questions on the job application. A subject matter expert will evaluate each candidate's responses based on predetermined criteria. The subject matter experts are not granted access to the candidate's application; responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough, detailed, and complete.Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in your application's "Work Experience" section. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.For more information on the recruitment process, click here .The selection procedures listed above may be modified based on the department's needs. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. Additional Information The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Deputy Public Defender IV. This recruitment will establish a list to fill current and future full-time, part-time, and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months in South Lake Tahoe.

There is currently one (1) full-time Deputy Public Defender IV vacancy in the Alternate Public Defender Office, located in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions.The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs, including but not limited to marijuana; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.Not just rusting mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

40 miles from Downtown Sacramento 50 miles from Sacramento Airport 129 miles to San Francisco Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

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