Hybrid Graduate Legal Assistant - Extra Help presso The County of El Dorado, CA
The County of El Dorado, CA · Placerville, Stati Uniti d'America · Hybrid
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- Ufficio in Placerville
About the Department
THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected, and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continue to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with the Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.
THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY OFFICE
The El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office is dedicated to serving the community by objectively investigating and prosecuting matters under the law to attain justice. Protecting people’s rights and diminishing victim’s trauma while holding criminals accountable, are part of the daily regular operations. The District Attorney’s Office also collaborates with other departments and agencies and supports programs that focus on reducing crime.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office is dedicated to serving the community by objectively investigating and prosecuting matters under the law to attain justice. Protecting people’s rights and diminishing victim’s trauma while holding criminals accountable, are part of the daily regular operations. The District Attorney’s Office also collaborates with other departments and agencies and supports programs that focus on reducing crime.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The County of El Dorado is seeking graduates for the District Attorney's office. The duties performed by this classification will vary depending on the nature of the assignment and will be defined in the duty statement for the specific assistant's assignment.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:
- Research, investigate, and conduct special studies or projects in support of the assigned department.
- Interview, collaborate and consult with County employees, officials, and interested persons or groups on matters related to work assignments.
- Collect and/or analyze information and data.
- Develop presentations and charts detailing analysis of information and data.
- Prepare, review, and monitor department files, and a assignment related documents.
- Assist in a wide variety of administrative or professional duties of the assigned department.
Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from an accredited college or university. Courses from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement.
- Current eligibility to take the California State Bar Examination. Students in their final year of law school may apply but may not fill the position until they are eligible to take the State Bar Examination.
- Prior to starting, candidates must pass a thorough background investigation, submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to work, and may be required to submit proof of age.
- Employment in this class is temporary in nature and is designed to offer graduates a practical learning experience. No part-time or full-time regular appointments will be made in or from this class.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application is complete, click 'Accept'.
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application is complete, click 'Accept'.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Kelly Gatchet in Human Resources at [email protected].
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RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in your application's "Work Experience" section. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.
For more information on the recruitment process, click here.
Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Graduate Legal Assistant - Extra Help. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.
We currently have the following vacancies:
- Two (2) Extra Help vacancies in the District Attorney's Office located in Placerville, CA. Extra help vacancies are made to maintain adequate coverage of work for short periods of time at frequent intervals, where employment is of a recurrent nature depending on the needs of the Agency; work may be seasonal, on-call, and/or for a limited duration. Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
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The County of El Dorado is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every ten (10) years.
Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.
Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history.
Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:
- 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento
- 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport
- 129 miles to San Francisco
Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:
- Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
- Skiing and Snowboarding
- Live Music and Music Festivals
- Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
- El Dorado County Fair
- Placerville Speedway Races
- Farm to Fork Restaurants
- Local Shopping Gems
Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information.
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