Posting number: 60001090/1091/1092 (11/2025)
Department: District Attorney
Job classification: DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY I, II AND III (CRIMINAL)
Posting type: Open
Categories: Attorney
THE WASHOE COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE is accepting applications for a Deputy District Attorney in the Criminal Division of the office. The Criminal Division prosecutes misdemeanor and felony offenses submitted by local, state, and federal agencies.
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY I: Equivalent to graduation from an ABA accredited law school and some experience in the practice of law.
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II: Equivalent to graduation from an ABA accredited law school. One year of experience equivalent to that of a Deputy District Attorney I in Washoe County in the assigned area of practice, or equivalent experience.
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY III: Equivalent to graduation from an ABA accredited law school. Substantial legal experience equivalent to that of a Deputy District Attorney II in Washoe County in the assigned area of practice; OR equivalent experience.
Current, valid license to practice law from the Nevada Supreme Court and membership in the State Bar of Nevada. Deputy DA IIIs must be able to be admitted to practice in the United States District Court, Northern District of Nevada, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
Salary DOE up to $205,358.40. Excellent benefits include health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, employer-paid public employee retirement and others described at https://www.washoecounty.gov/humanresources/Benefits/index.php
To apply please submit your resume and cover letter to DA-HR@washoecounty.gov. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Washoe County is dedicated to quality public service, effective communication and integrity, by enhancing the abundant quality of life in northern Nevada.
Washoe County is home to over 6,600 sprawling square miles, bordering both California and Oregon with nearly half a million residents who call our region “home.” Washoe County’s recreation and outdoor experiences are unrivaled with 49 beautiful parks, 161 miles of trails, and more than 10,000 acres of open space within the county's jurisdiction.
In addition, Washoe County is a proud economic driver in the region with over 2,700+ employees who serve the public on a daily basis. Washoe County is also a proud supporter of key community sponsorships that continue to bring millions of visitors to northern Nevada.
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