Description

Incoming Washoe County District Attorney Wes Duncan is accepting applications for Deputy District Attorney I-III position(s) in the Civil Division.

Intent: Mr. Duncan seeks candidates wishing to work in the new administration starting early January 2027.  Please note: The interview process will be competitive and open to all applicants, including those currently working in the Office.

The Deputy District Attorney III performs a wide variety of the professional legal work as assigned in the District Attorney's Office; develops, prepares, and presents the most complex issues and cases requiring appearances before administrative, legislative and judicial tribunals along with associated work and trial work; and performs related work as required.

For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification at https://www.washoecounty.gov/humanresources/Careers/jobspecs.php

To apply please submit your resume and cover letter to Indu Moore, Senior Human Resources Business Partner at imoore@washoecounty.gov 

Interviews are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

Requirements

Serve as in-house legal counsel and provide legal representation to any County and regional public agencies to which assigned and represent these agencies, their officials, employees and the County in the broadest range of legal issues and all types of litigation involving subject matter areas such as: federal civil rights actions, personal injury actions, licensing issues, personnel/labor issues, planning/zoning issues, and judicial review of agency decisions; advise assigned departments and County officials on the legal propriety of proposed actions, including analysis and assessment of claims; provide advice during meetings of County and regional boards and commissions; prepare ordinances and draft legislation; prepare contracts and other legal documents; present workshops for clients and other public lawyers on legal issues.