Los Angeles County

  • DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT

  • LOS ANGELES COUNTY
  • Los Angeles, California United States View Map

Job Description

Position/Program Information

LOS ANGELES COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY

EXAM NUMBER
A9272I-FR

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD

The application filing period will begin on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) and will remain open on a continuous basis. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Please note that the application window may close without prior notice once a sufficient number of qualified candidates has been received.

REPOSTING INFORMATION

This announcement is being reposted to reopen the filing period until the needs of the department are met.

The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimously ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires (Download PDF reader) , including the Palisades and Eaton Fires that have devastated communities across the County. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.

The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office (LADA) is seeking experienced attorneys to fill emergency Deputy District Attorney II vacancies related to this unprecedented natural disaster.

Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.

Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted at 100%.

Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Deputy District Attorney II.

Essential Job Functions

DEFINITION:
Performs legal work of average complexity required in the prosecution of criminal cases.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities of a Deputy District Attorney I, positions allocable to this class are characterized by the performance of the legal tasks involved in prosecuting criminal actions including a wide variety of misdemeanor cases and moderately complex felony cases for the District Attorney. These complex cases may include challenging legal and/or factual issues and may involve numerous defendants. Assignments at this level differ from Deputy District Attorney I in that the attorneys in this class function more independently, but continue to receive supervision from higher-level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Prepares and prosecutes the more complex misdemeanor cases taken to trial.

Prepares and prosecutes felony cases of moderate complexity in a department of the Superior Court.

Utilizes computer based legal research systems and office technology in the preparation of cases.

Prepares and conducts complex preliminary hearings.

Reviews and makes decisions as to matters presented for filing consideration, which may include the following responsibilities: the careful reading of investigative reports; questioning law enforcement personnel; determining whether a crime was committed by an identified suspect, which may also involve an interpretation of statutory and/or decisional authorities; reviewing and applying available criminal histories; recommending a bail setting; and preparing a statement of facts.

Conducts negotiations with defense attorneys regarding the disposition and/or modification of charges.

Confers with witnesses, law enforcement officers, self-represented defendants, defense attorneys, and other interested parties.

Files, prepares and presents cases against minors in juvenile court.

Advises investigators and law enforcement officers on the legal aspects of their work.

Leads law clerks in the presentation of preliminary hearings as needed.

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Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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