Deputy District Attorney III (Open Until Filled)

Crook County Oregon - Prineville, OR

Full-time - Mid Level

Prineville, OR

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Crook County District Attorney's Office represents the State of Oregon prosecuting adult and juvenile criminal cases and child support enforcement in Circuit Court. The District Attorney's Office seeks justice by fairly and impartially enforcing laws and advocating for victim's rights. It is the mission of the Crook County District Attorney's Office to seek justice, promote community safety, and uphold the law. We vigorously and impartially pursue this mission with fairness, integrity and honor and in a manner that promotes public trust in the criminal justice system and serves our community. The Crook County District Attorney's Office is located in beautiful Central Oregon. Crook County is the fastest growing county in Oregon, yet maintains its small town charm. As a Deputy District Attorney in a small office, you will have more opportunities for career growth and gain valuable experience working on a broad range of cases. This includes the ability to handle more serious offenses more quickly than in larger offices. Employees enjoy work-life balance with easy access to numerous outdoor recreational activities. Prineville is located just a short distance from the Redmond Airport. Crook County offers an excellent benefits package, including vacation and sick leave, an employee retirement plan, quality health and dental insurance coverage, and payment of Oregon State Bar dues.

Responsibilities

• Represent the State of Oregon as a trial lawyer in the prosecution of adult and juvenile criminal actions in Circuit Court.
• Assist the District Attorney in performing all functions including arraignments, release hearings, restitution hearings, plea/sentencing hearings, probation and vocation hearings, civil commitments, juvenile cases, child support contempt proceedings, and jury trials.
• Assist in the supervision of Deputy District Attorneys, including providing support and training.
• Perform case intake, which includes reviewing police reports, determining if further investigation is needed and determining which charges, if any, will be filed and against whom.
• File charges by Information or Indictment on behalf of the District Attorney.
• Participate in crime scene investigations when called out by law enforcement; review crime scene and advise on seizure of evidence; assist investigators with search warrant affidavits.

Requirements

• Law Degree from an accredited law school.
• Must be a member in good standings with the Oregon State Bar.
• 5+ years of qualifying experience for DDA III.
• Current driver's license.
• Able to complete a thorough employment and/or criminal history check prior to or on date of hire.
• Able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Final candidates will be required to provide official proof of college degree and certified transcripts.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience in a District Attorney's Office is preferred.
• Consideration will be given for any satisfactory combination of experience and training that demonstrates the knowledge and abilities to perform the above-described duties.

Benefits

• Generous holiday and benefits package including Police/Fire PERS retirement.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• Employee retirement plan.
• Quality health and dental insurance coverage.
• Payment of Oregon State Bar dues.