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Clark County, NV DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY in Las Vegas, Nevada
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY
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DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY
Salary
$37.82 - $73.77 Hourly
Location
Clark County - Las Vegas, NV
Job Type
PERMANENT
Job Number
25694X
Department
District Attorney
Division
Crim Pros
Opening Date
09/26/2023
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
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ABOUT THE POSITION
The Clark County District Attorney's Office is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Deputy District Attorney position. The Clark County District Attorney’s Office serves and protects the people of the State of Nevada through a fair administration of justice by fulfilling our duty to victims and protecting the constitutional rights of defendants. If you are interested in working in and out of the courtroom to seek justice, strive to make Clark County a safe and just place to live and visit and provide a path to rehabilitation when appropriate, this may be the career for you. Deputy District Attorneys assigned to the Criminal Division begin their careers in our office with a 6-month training program, preparing them to handle complex cases. They are assigned a caseload including felony cases and will prepare, file and present the prosecution case in all phases of criminal cases. They will prosecute cases including murder, conspiracy, sexual assault, white collar crimes, drug and firearm trafficking, gang crimes and more. Applicants should be interested in fast-paced, hands-on courtroom experience. Applicants should anticipate many early opportunities for hearings and trial work. Deputy District Attorneys assigned to the Family Support Division handle complex civil litigation and/or Paternity and Child Support establishment and enforcement cases within the DA’s Family Support Division. Additionally, this employee will prosecute Child Support Cases under the NRS on behalf of DAFS, in child support IV-D Court and District Court, and up to and including appeals to the Nevada Court of Appeals or Nevada Supreme Court in IV-D Court and District Court.
This is an open and continuous recruitment, scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Human Resources.
This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
Some positions may be Grant Funded. Grant Funded positions are subject to continuation based on availability of grant funds and the employee will be terminated without right of appeal when such funds are no longer available.
NOTE: A resume is required in addition to the completed employment application. Applications submitted without a copy of the candidate’s resume are incomplete and will not be considered.
Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation, which may include both a pre-and post-offer background check for positions within the District Attorney’s Office.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience: Possession of a certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Nevada and eligibility to practice law before the courts of the State of Nevada.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Prepares and presents State's evidence in criminal actions to include legal arguments regarding merit. Argues on behalf of the State against various writs, petitions, motions and other filings. Represents the state in court hearings or proceedings on criminal law matters, including arraignments, preliminary hearings, hearings, trials, and post-conviction and appellate proceedings. Prepares and supervises the preparation of legal briefs filed on behalf of the State, and correspondence, records and reports as assigned. Presents plea negotiations with opposing attorneys. Interviews and communicates with witnesses and other relevant individuals in regard to criminal or civil action. Confers with investigators regarding the collection of facts and evidence. Advises law enforcement of the legality of search warrants. Performs legal research and studies. Interprets and applies laws, court decisions and legal points and authorities for use in the preparation of cases, opinions and briefs for the prosecution. Confers with and advises County officials, employees, and representatives on legal questions. Drafts ordinances, resolutions and other legislative measures. Represents the County in cases initiated by or against the County. May supervise, train and evaluate other attorneys. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Maintains accurate records and files. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer in the performance of the work. May drive a personal or County vehicle in the course of the work or be capable of arranging for transportation to off-site locations in order to attend meetings and conduct other legal business.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Stand for prolonged periods of time. Speak in a clear and comprehensible manner. Hear and respond to questions posed. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options
More Money in Your Pocket
100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
No Social Security Deduction
No State Income Taxes
Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO)
Medical (https://www.clarkcountynv.gov/government/departments/risk_management/employee_and_retiree_health_benefits.php#outer-2778) - Employer pays 90% of premium
Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
Retiree insurance – eligible after 5 years of service
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance – Employer Paid
AD&D – Employer Paid
Long Term Disability – Employer Paid
Generous Leave Accruals that include:
13 Paid Holidays plus a Floating Birthday Holiday
Paid Vacation Leave
Paid Sick Leave
Holiday Leave
Other leave options
Catastrophic Leave
Parental Leave – Up to 90 days
Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include
Guardian – Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
Trustmark – Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
Sunlife Financial – Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
TASC – Flexible Spending Account – FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
Morgan Stanley – Deferred Compensation Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Onsite Fitness Center – $12/month
*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.
01
In order to be considered for this position, you must include a resume in addition to the application. Applications submitted without a resume will be considered incomplete. Resumes may be attached to the on-line application or emailed to gvillalta@clarkcountynv.gov
I understand I must include a resume in addition to the completed application in order to be considered for this position. I further understand these must be submitted by the closing date listed on the posting announcement.
02
The following questions 2 - 5 will be used to assist in determining if candidates meet the minimum qualifications.
Which describes your highest level of education?
Some High School
High School Diploma or GED
Trade School or Technical Degree
Some College (1-29 semester credits)
Some College (30-59 semester credits)
Some College (60-89 semester credits)
Some College (90-120+ semester credits)
Associates Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher
PHD
Juris Doctor
None of the above
03
Are you a member of the Nevada State Bar?
Yes
No
04
If you answered "Yes" to question 3, please list your Nevada State Bar number and the date of admission. Type N/A if not applicable.
05
Are you eligible to practice law before the courts of the State of Nevada?
Yes
No
06
The following skills assessment is a self-assessment used to evaluate an applicant's training and experience.
I understand that:
A) Part-time experience must be prorated and credited as half of full-time experience (i.e., if you performed the task for two years in a part-time position, 20 hours per week, you can only credit yourself with one year of experience in that area)
B) The education, knowledge, and experience levels indicated by my skills assessment responses must be supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of my application;
C) Any falsification or misrepresentation of the information listed on the employment application or skills assessment may result in removal from the eligibility list or rescinding a job offer;
D) Responses to assessment questions that are not supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections on the application may result in question scores being adjusted to receive zero points;
E) Assessment scores may be used to consider applicants for the selection process;
F) I further understand that since exam scores will be automatically generated based on the applicant's response to each item in the assessment, score appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.
I have read and understand the above information regarding the completion of the following skills assessment questions. I further understand that this recruitment includes a skills assessment and that the answers I provide must be consistent with the "education" and "work history" sections detailed on my application and that scoring appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.
07
Other State Bar Memberships: List all other State Bar Exams you have taken, including the year you took the exam and whether you passed or failed or are still awaiting the results. Type N/A if not applicable.
08
GPA: Select your final GPA range in Law School.
Higher than 4.32
4.00 - 4.32
3.67 - 3.99
3.50 - 3.66
3.33 - 3.49
3.00 - 3.32
2.67 - 2.99
2.50 - 2.66
2.33 - 2.49
2.00 - 2.32
1.67 - 1.99
1.50 - 1.66
Lower than 1.50
09
Class Standing: Please indicate your class standing in Law School.
Top 20%
2nd 20%
Middle 20%
4th 20%
Bottom 20%
10
Please indicate which of the following the areas you are interested in working within the District Attorney's Office (select all that apply):
Criminal Division
Child Welfare Unit of the Juvenile Division
Family Support Division
11
Law Journal: Were you a member of Law Review or other Law Journal in Law School?
Yes
No
12
If you answered "Yes" in question 11, please list the journal(s), position, years participated, and any articles authored. Note: Type "N/A" if not applicable.
13
Trial Advocacy / Moot Court / Mock Trial Competitions: Please indicate which of the following courses you have completed and/or competed in while attending College or Law School (select all that apply):
Trial Advocacy
Moot Court
Mock Trial
None of the above
14
If you selected one or more choices for question 13, please list the competitions, years the competitions were held, type of competition (regional, national, etc.), sponsoring organization, your role in the competition and any awards received. Type "N/A" if not applicable.
15
Disciplinary Action: Are you now or have you ever been the subject of a disciplinary action, formal or informal, by a professional organization while practicing law?
Yes
No
16
If you answered "Yes" for question 15, please detail each action, including a description of the complaint, current status, and outcome (if completed). Type "N/A" if not applicable.
17
Judicial, Prosecutorial, and/or Public Agency Experience: Please indicate whether you have ever clerked, interned, externed or volunteered for a judge, prosecutor or public agency (either civil or criminal) (select all that apply):
Clerked, Interned, Externed, and/or Volunteered for a Judge
Clerked, Interned, Externed, and/or Volunteered for a Prosecutor
Clerked, Interned, Externed, and/or volunteered for a Public Agency (Civil or Criminal)
Not Applicable
18
If you selected one or more choices for question 17, please describe in detail your job duties. Complete a separate entry (see template below) for each employer where your experience was obtained.
The type of position:
Time worked:
If judicial clerkship, type of cases Court presided over:
The type of work performed:
The location of the clerkship:
Professional lessons learned:
Identify whether the experience was pre- or post-law school graduation:
Type "N/A" if not applicable.
19
Trial Experience: Please select the different types of trials you have experience in trying to final verdict (select all that apply):
Experience with misdemeanor jury trials
Experience with felony jury trials
Experience with civil jury trials
Experience with bench trials
Not Applicable
20
If you indicated having trial experience for question 19 (to final verdict), please outline the number of trials & year(s) cases were tried for each of the following:
a. Misdemeanor jury trials
b. Felony jury trials
c. Civil jury trials
d. Bench trials
21
Have you ever Clerked for the Clark County District Attorney's Office?
Yes
No
22
Have you ever interned for the Clark County District Attorney's Office?
Yes
No
23
Some positions may be Grant Funded. Grant Funded positions are subject to continuation based on availability of grant funds and the employee will be terminated without right of appeal when such funds are no longer available.
I am willing to be considered for a Grant-Funded position as described above.
I would not like to be considered for a Grant-Funded position.
24
Do you currently hold a valid driver's license?
Yes, I currently hold a valid Nevada driver's license
Yes, I currently hold a valid driver's license from another state.
No, I do not currently hold a valid driver's license.
Required Question
Agency
Clark County
Address
500 S. Grand Central Pkwy, 3rd Floor PO Box 551791 Las Vegas, Nevada, 89155-1791
Phone
(702)455-4565
Website
http://www.clarkcountynv.gov
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