Deputy City Attorney, Criminal Division-I1809 (Unclassified) Salary Depends on Qualifications Location City of San Diego, CA Job Type Unclassified Business Area 1211 - City Attorney Job Number I1809 Closing 10/19/2018 5:00 PM Pacific JOB INFORMATION Please see instructions on how to apply in the Selection Process section of this bulletin as this position cannot be applied for online. The City: With more than 1.3 million people, the City of San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and the second largest in California. The City of San Diego's strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, unsurpassed quality of life, and world-renowned location makes it the ideal place to work, live, and play. With its great weather, miles of sandy beaches, and major attractions, San Diego has something to offer for everyone. The City's Mission, as found in our Strategic Plan, is "To Effectively Serve and Support Our Communities." Our core values are Integrity, Service, People, and Excellence. The City's Vision is "A World-Class City for All." As one of the region's largest employers, the City of San Diego has a combined Fiscal Year 2018 operating budget of approximately $3.57 billion and employs approximately 11,000 highly dedicated employees. Additional information about the City of San Diego can be obtained on the City's website: . The Department: The Office of the San Diego City Attorney is an independent office. The Office of the City Attorney provides advice to the City and each of its departments, including the City Council and Mayor; prosecutes or defends, as the case may be, civil lawsuits in which the City is a part; and prosecutes criminal misdemeanors and infractions committed within the City limits and in Poway. The Position : Criminal Division Deputy City Attorney The of the San Diego City Attorney's Office is seeking applications from attorneys who are interested in a position as a Deputy City Attorney. Our deputies prepare and prosecute misdemeanor criminal cases in the City of San Diego by handling a variety of motions, misdemeanor jury trials, and conducting legal research. Strong preference will be given to applicants with significant courtroom experience who have tried numerous cases to jury verdict, but other experience levels will be considered. These are entry level positions; those hired will be assigned initially as prosecutors in our . Minimum Requirements: Applicants must be an active member in good standing with the State Bar of California at the time of hiring and possess a J.D. degree from a law school approved by the American Bar Association. Attorneys in this position must be able to travel to various locations in a timely manner to attend court or meetings; therefore, possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and personal vehicle or other means to travel are required. Successful applicants must pass a criminal background and reference checks. Employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process. Qualifications: Ideal Candidates will have: 1+ years criminal law experience at a prosecutorial agency, which may include work as an intern, law clerk, or volunteer attorney; Strong criminal justice background; Strong legal writing and oral presentation skills; and Exceptional organizational skills. Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may also be considered. Management Compensation and Benefits: The successful candidate will be eligible for participation in the City's Flexible Benefits Plan that offers several optional benefit plans or a taxable cash option; $50,000 in City-paid life insurance; paid annual leave accruing at 22 days per year for the 1st through the 15th year of service. For further information, please contact the Risk Management Department at (619) 236-6600. Retirement benefits differ for this unclassified position depending on the candidate's eligible status (new hire, rehire, etc.). For further information, visit Risk Management, Employee Benefits at . Some benefits currently offered to employees may be modified in the future. Pre-Employment Requirements: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes that are applicable to this job, which may include but are not limited to the following: Proof of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review/exam (which may include drug/alcohol testing); reference checks; and a fingerprint check. The fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes which may include a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All of these processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test for alcohol, illegal drugs, including marijuana, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening/selection process may be cause for disqualification and/or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an expressed or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Medical Evaluation: A City medical examination including drug/alcohol screening and documentation of medical history may be conducted following a conditional offer of employment or promotion. The individual must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. The City of San Diego is committed to a drug and alcohol-free work place. Selection Process: To be considered for the position, please submit a cover letter, unofficial law school transcript, and current resume by email to: Gina Coburn, Director, Employee Relations, , no later than 5:00 p.m., Friday, October 19, 2018 . Following the closing date, resumes will be screened according to qualifications outlined above. The most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. This interview process may be used to fill future vacancies. The recruitment process for deputy city attorney positions involves submission of written documents, interview(s), and, in certain cases, demonstration of specific writing and oral presentation skills. If you have any questions or concerns related to the recruitment process and the Americans with Disabilities Act, you may contact (619) 533-6181. The City of San Diego has an active Equal Opportunity/ADA Program for employment and vigorously supports diversity in the workplace. Date Posted: September 24, 2018 City employees may be eligible to participate in a benefit program including holidays, vacations, savings and retirement plans, health programs, and other benefits. City employees initially hired on or after the effective date of Proposition B, a voter-approved San Diego Charter amendment to modify City employee retirement benefits, will not be eligible to participate in the Citys Defined Benefit Plan administered by the San Diego City Employees Retirement System. Benefits may change due to employer-employee contract negotiations. Agency City of San Diego Address 1200 3rd Ave., Suite 300, MS 51P San Diego, California, 92101 Phone (619) 236-6400 (619) 236-6358 Website