The Napa ValleyInternationally known for its fine wines exciting restaurants and world-class resorts, is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage.
Located in the heart of California's preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities.
The Napa Valley's strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities.
Napa County as an EmployerAs an organization, the County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. Learn more HERE .
The PositionThis recruitment is being conducted to fill one full-time vacancy for the Paralegal classification for the Public Defender’s Office at Napa County. The list established by this recruitment may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term, and extra help vacancies for up to one year.About the Position & Department: The Public Defender provides legal representation for adults and juveniles who are charged with criminal offenses and otherwise unable to afford counsel. The paralegal will perform variety of paralegal services for the department head and attorney staff to include legal research, drafting legal documents and opinions, litigation support, complex legal processing and department-client and public contact.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented person to join the Public Defender’s Office to assist in implementing Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Court and work with the attorneys and clients on record cleansing. The paralegal will communicate with clients, obtain and organize documents, and research and write petitions and motions. Our ideal client has a passion for protecting the rights of our clients, empathy and compassion for the mentally ill, and a desire to help our clients become successful after their criminal case is over.
- Hourly Pay Range: ($35.25/hour - $41.85/hour)
- Benefits: Learn more about the benefits package HERE.
Position Requirements: To qualify for the Paralegal classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:
- Experience : Three years of significant, directly-related and progressive legal clerical or legal secretarial experience, preferably to include experience in preparing legal documents and in performing legal research and analysis.
- Education : Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, plus completion of a recognized paralegal program at a university, college or other educational institutional.
License or Certificate:* A position assigned to this class may require possession of a valid California Driver's License.* Additionally, must have p ossession of at least one of the following: A certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association. A certificate of completion of a paralegal program at, or a degree from, a postsecondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester, or equivalent, units in law-related courses and that has been accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization or approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education. A baccalaureate degree or an advanced degree in any subject, a minimum of one year of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of this state for at least the preceding three years, and a written declaration from this attorney stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks. A high school diploma or general equivalency diploma, a minimum of three years of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of this state for at least the preceding three years, and a written declaration from this attorney stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks. This experience and training shall be completed no later than December 31, 2003.
*Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County. For continued employment with Napa County, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position.
The Recruitment Process Application Deadline By 5:00 pm PST on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 Application Screening By Wednesday, September 4, 2024 Supplemental Question Scoring Tentatively the week of September 9, 2024
Supplemental questions will be scored by subject matter experts. Only the most qualified applicants from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Panel Interview. Oral Panel Exam Tentatively the week of September 23, 2024
Establish Eligibility List Tentatively the week of September 23, 2024
Only the most qualified candidates from the oral panel exam will be placed on the eligibility list and may be considered to fill positions for up to one year. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to change the recruitment process at any time. Example of DutiesView the full job description, including the example of duties, for this classification below.
Disaster Service Workers Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (CA Govt Code § 3102).
ADA Accommodation: Applicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at (707) 253-4303.
Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES BENEFITS INFORMATIONSALARY -Salaries are based on a five-step range. Appointments are usually made at the beginning step with advances occurring at six months and the completion of each year thereafter. Salary rates are reviewed annually.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFO - Click here for additional benefits information forPublic ServicesEmployees:
https://www.countyofnapa.org/DocumentCenter/View/25886/Benefits-Summary---Public-Service-Employee-PSE
THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP POSITIONSEMPLOYMENT INFORMATIONPHYSICAL STANDARDS -Certain designated County positions require a candidate to pass a physical examination prior to appointment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of this examination.
FINGERPRINTING -All employees hired into allocated positions or extra help positions will be fingerprinted.
SELECTION PROCESS -FOR POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND THE PROBATION DEPARTMENT - The selection process will include an oral board interview, psychological assessment, background investigation, and a pre-employment physical exam.
Closing Date/Time: 8/28/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
