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Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number are received. PLANNED SALARY INCREASES3% Effective February 2026(Salary Increases contingent upon assessed values for previous fiscal year.)The Office of the District Attorneyoffers an exciting opportunity for a challenging career in criminal trial work. Deputy District Attorneys Iprepare and present cases before all courts within the County upon completing an extensive training program designed to develop trial advocacy skills.Incumbents receive reports filed by law enforcement officers or petitioners; evaluate evidence and facts therein; determine the nature of crimes committed and authorize issuances of criminal complaints; interview prospective witnesses and develop cases for prosecution; prepare trial briefs; and engage in trial practice.Review the Deputy District Attorney I brochure.For more detailed information on duties, refer to the Deputy District Attorney I job description.Visit SBCountyDA.org/careers to learn more about a career as a Deputy District Attorney.Connect with @SBCountyDA onFacebook!EXCEELENT BENEFITS PACKAGEEXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE
Benefits Overview
HEALTH BENEFITS
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RETIREMENT PERKS
DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term DisabilityWellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement
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As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides an increased base rate of pay (4% above the base rate of pay) with modified benefits. For more detailed information on the MBO for Exempt Group, refer to theMBO BbBOU - Benefits Summary Guide.
VICTORVILLE/JOSHUA TREE ASSIGNMENT INCENTIVECandidates assigned to the Victorville or Joshua Tree offices may be eligible toreceive an additional incentive of $77 per pay period ($2002 annually).SeeAttorney MOUfor details and criteria.CONDITIONSOFEMPLOYMENTAssignment:Assignments may be made to any location in the County depending on the department's needs. Applicant's location preference will be taken into consideration whenever possible.Background: Candidates must successfully pass an extensive background investigation, which may include (but is not limited to) a credit check, fingerprint check, and medical exam.State Bar: Those hired must be active members in good standing with the State Bar of California. This status must be maintained to remain employed in this classification.Promotion:Deputy District Attorney I positions are eligible for promotion to Deputy District Attorney II, III or IV upon meeting the minimum requirements and receiving a satisfactory work performance evaluations (seeMOU). Deputy District Attorney IV positions may earn up to$201,531 annually.Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.License: Active membership and good standing with the State Bar of California.Note:Candidates who have passed the State or California Bar Exam and are pending licensure, who have taken the State of California Bar Exam and are awaiting results, or who are registered for the next California State Bar Examination, will be considered.
Applicants who are currently members of the State Bar of California will be considered for the Deputy District Attorney I classification.
Applicants who are not members of the State Bar of California but who are Certified Law Students under the State Bar's Practical Training of Law Students Program and California Rule of Court 9.42 AND who are pending results of the State of California Bar Exam will be considered for theLaw Clerk II-Unclassifiedclassification.
Candidates with experience as a legal intern, law clerk, or attorney ina prosecutor's officeare highly desirable.There will be anOral Examination that will assess the following areas: legal expertise; interpersonal skills; oral communication and presentation skills; analytical skills, problem solving, and decision making.Candidates will be notified by email with more information regarding exam dates and self-scheduling for the oral exam.Application Procedure:Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration. Applications are currently being accepted until a sufficient number have been received; recruitment may close at any time without notice.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and supplemental questionnaire.To ensure the timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance, use the linkHERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide, or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) ###-####. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.EEO/ADA:San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit theSpecial Testing Accommodations Request Formwithin one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference:Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Please review theVeteran's Preferenceinformationand instructions on how to requestVeteran's Preference points.Please review for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process#J-18808-Ljbffr