Sr. Attorney

Description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits.

THE OPPORTUNITY


Sr. Attorneys perform advanced professional legal work in one of several specialized legal areas, including criminal prosecution, public defense, child support enforcement, civil litigation, or elder law. Sr. Attorneys provide legal counsel and representation to County departments, employees, and the public on highly complex legal matters; serve as a trusted advisor and lead on County-wide legal initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and objectives. Assignments are focused within a single functional area, such as the District Attorney, Public Defender, Child Support Services, or Senior Citizens’ Services.

District Attorney

• Manages the prosecution of high-stakes felony cases, including homicides and financial crimes.
• Advises law enforcement on complex investigations and legal strategies.
• Oversees the prosecution of specialized caseloads, including homicides and financial crimes.
• Participates in task forces addressing criminal justice reform and public safety initiatives.
• Oversees specialized legal teams handling the County’s most significant criminal prosecutions, ensuring adherence to ethical and procedural standards.

Public Defender and Alternate Public Defender

• Directs defense strategies for highly sensitive or precedent-setting cases.
• Supervises defense teams in trial preparation, negotiations, and appellate proceedings for high-profile cases, ensuring consistency in legal strategies.
• Supervises high-profile defense strategies and directs specialized units focusing on constitutional challenges or innovative legal defenses.
• Provides mentorship and advanced training for junior attorneys in trial techniques and case law updates.

Child Support

• Oversees litigation strategies for complex or multi-jurisdictional child support cases.
• Advises on compliance with evolving state and federal child support regulations.
• Advises on the development of departmental policies for handling complex child support issues.
• Acts as lead attorney in precedent-setting cases, collaborating with federal and state agencies.

Senior Citizens' Services

• Leads representation in high-stakes elder abuse, estate planning, and fraud litigation.
• Designs and implements training programs for attorneys specializing in senior law.
• Acts as a liaison between the County and senior advocacy organizations.
• Develops policies and strategies for addressing systemic issues affecting seniors, such as housing security and healthcare access.
• Designs comprehensive legal outreach programs for seniors, addressing systemic issues such as elder abuse and healthcare disparities.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations:

Education and Experience:

Possession of a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from an accredited law school.

AND

Active membership in the California State Bar;

AND

Eight (8) years of increasingly responsible professional legal experience as a licensed practicing attorney, which includes substantial experience in managing complex legal matters, providing strategic legal advice, and handling sensitive or high-profile cases independently.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.

Click Here to view the Sr. Attorney minimum qualifications, as well as the physical environmental and working conditions.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept.'

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Kelly Gatchet in Human Resources at kelly.gatchet@edcgov.us

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RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After the screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

Training and Experience Evaluation

A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.

Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in your application's "Work Experience" section. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

For more information on the recruitment process, click here .

Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Sr. Attorney. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future vacancies for at least three (3) months in the following departments/areas:

• District Attorney
• Public Defender
• Alternate Public Defender
• Health and Human Services
• Child Support Services

Click here for Frequently Asked Questions.

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs, including but not limited to marijuana; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every five (5) years.

Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history.

Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

• 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
• 50 miles from Sacramento Airport
• 129 miles to San Francisco

Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

• Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
• Skiing and Snowboarding
• Live Music and Music Festivals
• Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
• El Dorado County Fair
• Placerville Speedway
• Farm to Fork Restaurants
• Local Shopping Gems

Employees who are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information.

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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:

• Medical
  
• Dental
  
• Vision
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• Basic Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
  
• County sponsored Wellness program
  
• Discounts on gym memberships
  

For your Financial Future:

• CalPERS Retirement
  
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
  
• Optional Life Insurance
  

For your Work/Life Balance:

• Paid Holidays
  
• Floating Holidays
  
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
  
• Management, personal and bereavement leave
  

Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.

Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here .

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

Closing Date/Time: 4/23/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• County of El Dorado

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