Deputy District Attorney 1

The Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office invites skilled attorneys with a commitment to justice to apply for the position of Deputy District Attorney 1 (DDA 1). The Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office is responsible for prosecuting offenders accused of committing state and municipal law violations within Multnomah County.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school, member in good standing of the Oregon State Bar, eligible for reciprocity.
• Current Certified law students employed at MCDA or a law clerk with a minimum of one year of experience in a prosecutor’s office.
• Active membership and member in good standing with the Oregon State Bar required prior to the time of employment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to persuasively present facts and evidence to judges and juries.
• Possess good judgment and organizational skills; effectively work with others; comprehend and follow complex instructions; interpret and implement legal analysis; deal tactfully with the public.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx through Cigna Health or Kaiser Permanente).
• Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
• Generous paid leave
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
• Access to a free annual Tri-met bus pass
• Access to wellness resources