Deputy District Attorney I, II, or III

Clatsop County occupies the northwest corner of Oregon bounded to the north by the Columbia River and to the west by the Pacific Ocean. Named for the Clatsop Indians, Clatsop County is rich in history, scenery and opportunity.

Neighbor to neighbor, serving Clatsop County with integrity, honesty and respect.           

Today Clatsop County is one of nine Home Rule counties in Oregon. Five non-partisan elected Commissioners set policy and appoint a full-time County Manager, who is responsible for daily operations. County services are provided through these divisions: County Administration (County Manager), Assessment and Taxation, Budget and Finance, County Clerk, Juvenile, Public Health, Public Works, Community Development, the District Attorney, and Sheriff’s Offices. The county also administers a road district, a rural law enforcement district, and a local sewer district.

The purpose of this position is to perform professional legal work in the investigation, preparation, and presentation of cases prosecuted by the District Attorney, primarily within Circuit Court.

This is a full-time exempt position reporting to an elected official and is represented by AFSCME Local 2746, District Attorney. Recent graduates that have taken the Oregon State Bar exam are encouraged to apply.

• Deputy District Attorney I
  • Doctor of Jurisprudence degree and admittance to the Oregon State Bar.
  • Previous court experience not required.
• Deputy District Attorney II
  • Doctor of Jurisprudence degree and admittance to the Oregon State Bar.
  • One (1) to two (2) years of experience as a prosecuting attorney.
• Deputy District Attorney III
  • Doctor of Jurisprudence degree and admittance to Oregon State Bar.
  • Must have been admitted to practice of law and engaged in trial practice for at least five (5) years.

• Deputy District Attorney I
  •  Prior experience in criminal or civil litigation.
• Deputy District Attorney II
  • Prior experience in criminal or civil litigation in a District Attorney’s Office.
  • Experience in felony prosecution.
• Deputy District Attorney III
  • Specific experience in major felony prosecution and support enforcement actions.

To Apply                                                          

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.  Clatsop County is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.

This posting is open until it is filled. Apply here.

For more information, applicants should review the detailed job description for Deputy District Attorney I and Deputy District Attorney II and DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY III information on essential functions and requirements.

We offer comprehensive benefits include: medical & vision, dental, Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), 457(b) savings, vacation, sick leave, holidays, employer paid life insurance, group additional life, and AD&D.

This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies.

Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered.  The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.

Prior to hiring, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background exam, and pre-employment drug screen and must show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. For further information, please visit the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.Clatsop County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Clatsop County is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all
employees in all matters of employment (such as hiring, promotion, transfer, training, layoff, compensation,
fringe benefits and termination) regardless of ethnicity/race, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability,
veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Salary : $6,759 - $13,592