Is there a job opening for a Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV in Fresno, CA, USA?

Fresno County is currently hiring a Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV in Fresno, CA, USA.

Does Fresno County hire Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV?

Fresno County looking to hire a qualified Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV in Fresno, CA, USA.

Which skills and knowledge are typically required for a Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV?

To work as a Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV, you need skills and knowledge in areas such as Classification, Criminal Law, Equal Employment Opportunity, Examination, Filing, Orientation, Recruitment, Selection Process, Writing.

What is the salary for a Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV at Fresno County?

The salary for a Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV at Fresno County may vary based on factors like experience, location, and responsibilities. The average base salary for this role Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV is $ 90,428 - $ 162,058 / Annual Salary.Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV

What is the average salary for a Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV in Fresno, CA, USA?

The average salary for a Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV in Fresno, CA, USA typically ranges from $ 90,428 - $ 162,058 / Annual Salary depending on experience, education, and the company.

Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV Job In Fresno, CA, USA

Job Description

Deputy District Attorney (DDA) Annual Salaries:
DDA I: $77,480 - $98,852

DDA II: $90,428 - $115,414

DDA III: $108,498 - $138,502

DDA IV: $126,984 - $162,058

Scheduled Salary Increases:

Effective 6/22/26:

5% for DDA I
4% for DDA II & III
3% for DDA IV

Effective 12/21/26:

4% for DDA I & II
2% for DDA III & IV

Effective 6/7/27:

4% for DDA I & II
2% for DDA III & IV

APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME

The Fresno County District Attorney's Office is offering rewarding and challenging career opportunities to experienced legal professionals as aDeputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV.
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PERFORMANCE ALLOWANCE DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY IV/SENIOR

Deputy District Attorney IV/Seniors who are demonstrating exemplary performance in a ?specialized? assignment may receive an allowance as detailed below as determined by the District Attorney:

Homicide Unit- $500 per pay period
MAGEC Gang Unit- $400 per pay period
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Unit- $300 per pay period
Other? Including DUI grant, HEAT and prosecution of Violent Crimes - $120 per pay period

SPECIALIZATION INCENTIVE
A three and one-half percent (3.5%) salary increase will be granted to any Deputy District Attorney who completes certification through the California Bar as a Criminal Law Specialist or Domestic Law Specialist.
OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTINGS/IN-CUSTODY DEATHS
When a Deputy District Attorney IV/Senior is assigned to the Officer Involved Shooting Team, the employee shall receive additional compensation at the rate of $1,000 per assignment for that week.

Samples of Duties

Please click here to review the Samples of Duties:
Deputy District Attorney I
Deputy District Attorney II
Deputy District Attorney III
Deputy District Attorney IV

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Please click here to review the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Deputy District Attorney I
Deputy District Attorney II
Deputy District Attorney III
Deputy District Attorney IV

Minimum Qualifications

Deputy District Attorney I:

License: Active membership, in good standing, in the State Bar of California.

Deputy District Attorney II:

License: Active membership, in good standing, in the State Bar of California.

Experience: One (1) year of full-time, paid work experience as a practicing attorney, which must be acceptable to the District Attorney.

Deputy District Attorney III:

License: Active membership, in good standing, in the State Bar of California.

Experience: Two (2) years of full-time, paid work experience as a practicing attorney, which must be acceptable to the District Attorney.

Deputy District Attorney IV:

License: Active membership, in good standing, in the State Bar of California.

Experience: Three (3) years of full-time, paid work experience as a practicing attorney, which must be acceptable to the District Attorney.

HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified applicants may submit required application materials (listed below) to:

District Attorney Hiring Committee
dahiringcommittee@fresnocountyca.gov
Fresno County Office of the District Attorney
2100 Tulare Street
Fresno, CA 93721
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR PDF VERSION OF FRESNO COUNTY APPLICATION

Apply immediately; application materials will be reviewed until positions are filled.

The District Attorney's Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding holidays. For additional information, please call (559) 600-3141.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

A complete, accurate Fresno County employment application must be submitted online only and shall include:
- All education and work experience to demonstrate the applicant meets the minimum qualifications.
- A valid driver's license number.
- A valid Bar Number that is active, in good standing, in the State Bar of California.
Cover Letter
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Writing Sample

Please Note:

Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
Incomplete or inaccurate applications will be disqualified.
Submissions must be received by the closing date and time of this recruitment. Amendments will not be accepted after the filing deadline.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Positions in this classification are in Medical Group I ? Light Physical Activity (Personnel Rule 8). This group includes positions which require only light physical effort and may include lifting of small, light objects and some bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching. Considerable walking or standing may be involved.

The County of Fresno is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, examination, or selection process may contact Human Resources at (559) 600-1830 at least five days priorto the scheduled date or deadline.

Eligible candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The County of Fresno is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Fresno County to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical family care leave, or any other non-job-related factor.

Analyst: Tiffany Lee

Practice Areas & Specialty

Criminal, Litigation