During the interview process, you will be asked to sign a disclosure statement about the arrests and convictions of immediate family members and close relations pursuant to our policy regarding Outside Associations. Immediate family is defined to include parents, spouse, spouse equivalent, brother, sister, children, grandparents, or any individual where the relationship is close or intimate, or a roommate. An answer of “Yes” to any Outside Associates will not automatically disqualify an applicant.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
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Initial review of application materials for minimum qualifications
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Oral exams and consideration of top candidates: The Chief Deputy District Attorneys will select finalists from their scored interviews and forward those candidates to the District Attorney and his First Assistant for a second round of interviews and final selection
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Background and reference checks: Finalists must pass a thorough background and reference check
Note: Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages upon submitting your application. You may be emailed requesting additional items from the Recruiter or hiring manager. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.
REQUIRED: The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.
1. An online application demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications (Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, and a brief summary of your responsibilities.)
2. Official copy of law school and undergraduate transcripts: Please have copies of your law school and undergraduate transcripts mailed directly to the DA Recruiter.
3. Three letters of reference: Letters may be uploaded at the time the application is submitted, or sent directly to the DA Recruiter.
4. Resume: Please include all related experience (paid or unpaid). Please be specific about your experience as it relates to the Essential Job Functions, To Qualify, and Specific KSAs sections above.)
5. Cover letter addressing:
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Why you are interested in the position, AND
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How you meet the required minimum qualifications for this position (Detailing how your experience and training qualifies you for this role. Please be specific about your experience as it relates to the Essential Job Functions, To Qualify, and Specific KSAs sections above.)
5. Supplemental Questions: Please upload your answers as a separate attachment.
*REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS*
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Are you a current member of the Oregon State Bar? If answered no, when do you expect to be admitted?
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Have you ever been the subject of a disciplinary inquiry as a student, as a member of a professional association or as an employee? If yes, please describe the general circumstances of the disciplinary inquiry; identify the tribunal (with reference number) and the resolution. An answer of “yes” will not automatically disqualify an applicant.
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Have you ever been dismissed or asked to resign from any employment or other position? If yes, please describe the general circumstances of the dismissal or resignation. An answer of “yes” will not automatically disqualify an applicant.
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Has your driver’s license ever been suspended or revoked? If yes, please explain.
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Have you ever been arrested or charged with any moving violation or traffic related crime? If yes, please explain.
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Have you ever been dropped, suspended, expelled, disciplined, or subjected to a disciplinary inquiry or proceeding by any college or law school for any cause whatsoever? If yes, please explain.
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Have you ever been a party to any civil proceeding, including bankruptcy or administrative proceeding? If yes, please explain.
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Have you ever been charged with fraud or dishonesty in any civil proceeding? If yes, please explain.
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Have you had more than five checks dishonored or ever had a check for more than $100 dishonored because of insufficient funds in the past three years? If yes, please explain.
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Do you now have any loans, accounts, judgments, or financial obligations of any nature to include child support payments and student loans, past due for payment more than 60 days? If yes, please explain.
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Have you ever been charged with contempt of court? If yes, please explain.
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Have you ever been accused of dishonesty in connection with employment? If yes, please explain.
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Have you ever applied for a license, other than as attorney at law, the procurement of which required proof of “good moral character” (i.e., CPA, patent agent, notary public, real estate broker, physician, nurse)? If yes, please explain.
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Have you or anyone you have worked with ever been charged with the unauthorized practice of law as a result of your conduct? If yes, please explain.
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Have you or anyone you have worked with ever been sanctioned, censured, reprimanded, disciplined, suspended, disqualified or disbarred as a member of any profession or as a practitioner before any administrative agency as a result of your conduct? If yes, please explain.
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Have you ever been suspended or removed from public office because of conduct reflecting adversely upon your character? If yes, please explain.
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Have you ever been denied a bond, had a bond revoked, or had anyone seek to recover on or cancel a bond? If yes, please explain.
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Have you ever been subject to any disciplinary action in connection with military service? If yes, please explain.
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Has anyone to your knowledge ever complained to your law school or other supervising body in connection with your conduct under a student practice or legal intern rule? If yes, please explain.
Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview, Essential Job Functions and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.