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Description
This position performs legal work in the enforcement of laws; prosecutes criminal cases as assigned by the District Attorney; advises the general public and law enforcement officers on criminal matters; and does related work as required. The position is at-will, temporary, part-time and scheduled for twenty-four (24) hours per week.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Reviews and prepares asset forfeiture cases.
- Researches and reviews laws as they impact cases pending.
- Meets and negotiates with defense attorneys on cases as needed.
- Prepares briefs and legal opinions; appears in court to prosecute cases; participates in preliminary hearings.
- Orders investigations and subpoenas; reviews search warrants; supervises and assists with case investigations.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have the ability to present laws, facts, and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral from. This person will have an active membership in the California State Bar.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE:
Five years of responsible criminal legal work, two of which must have been in a supervisory role.
EDUCATION:
Equivalent to a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Must be licensed by the Bar to practice law in the State of California, and remain active with all California Bar annual requirements.
Benefits
SICK LEAVE:
Up to 24 hours per year of paid sick leave. Up to 48 hours of paid sick leave maximum accrual.
SHORT TERM DISABILITY:
The County coordinates with State Disability Insurance for regular employees.
RETIREMENT:
The County is in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) which is coordinated with Social Security. Unused accrued sick leave can be converted to service credit at retirement. This applies only to PSE’s who work more than 1,000 hours in a fiscal year.
Special Instructions
To apply for this job opportunity, submit a completed County of Glenn employment application packet online at calopps.org or to the Personnel Department: 525 W. Sycamore Street, Willows, CA 95988 by
5:00 P.M., Friday, May 3, 2024.
This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next twelve (12) months.
Application packets must include the following
- A Glenn County Employment Application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Transcripts and/or Certificates (if applicable)
Apply online at: www.countyofglenn.net
The County of Glenn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the Personnel Department.
The above information is general in nature and does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. The County of Glenn has the right to rescind this recruitment at any time.