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Deputy District Attorney III

Clatsop County Oregon
ASTORIA, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026

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.

Deputy District Attorney III

DDA III: $10,142.65 to $13,592.12 per month

 

OUR MISSION…                                     

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

ABOUT CLATSOP COUNTY                      

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 POSITION                                       

The purpose of this position is to perform professional legal work in the investigation, preparation and presentation of more complex cases prosecuted by the District Attorney, including major felony prosecutions.

This is a full-time exempt position reporting to an elected official and is represented by AFSCME Local 2746, District Attorney.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS                  

  • Doctor of Jurisprudence degree and admittance to the Oregon State Bar.
  • Must have been admitted to the practice of law and engaged in trial practice for at least five (5) years.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS                     

  • 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 information on essential functions and requirements.

OUR BENEFITS                                       

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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION                  

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, pre-employment drug screen, any other pre-employment verifications deemed appropriate by the department and/or Oregon State Law, 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 : $10,143 - $13,592

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