Employment & Volunteer Opportunities

Attorneys

We are currently hiring for the entry-level position of Deputy District Attorney 1.  Applicants must have a J.D. and either be a member of the Oregon State Bar or have sat for the February 2012 Bar exam.  Salary range is $65,496 to $79,572 with excellent benefits. 
 
To apply, submit a cover letter to District Attorney Bob Hermann, resume, college and law school transcripts, three letters of recommendation (at least two must be from members of the legal profession), writing sample (20 pages or less) and a completed background investigation form (application form). 
 
Please mail application materials and direct questions to:
Chris Quinn, Senior Deputy District Attorney
Washington County District Attorney's Office
150 N. First Avenue, MS#40
Hillsboro, OR  97124
 
Application deadline is April 10,  2012.
 

Clerical/Office Staff

Job openings for support staff and other professional opportunities are posted through Washington County Human Resources.  Open positions will be posted on the Human Resources Division Job Listing website.  

Volunteer and Internship Opportunities

Our Victim Assistance Program is always seeking community volunteers and student interns interested in helping victims of crime.

Visit our Volunteers & Interns web page in the Employment and Volunteer section, or contact the Volunteer and Intern Coordinator at (503) 846-3495 for more details about volunteer and internship opportunities.

Law Clerks

The Washington County District Attorney's Office hires law clerks on a year-long basis.  Partnering with the three Oregon law schools, the interviewing process begins in January for positions that begin in June.  To be eligible you must currently be enrolled in law school.  Only students who will be second- and third-year law students will be hired as law clerks.  For more information, visit our Law Clerks web page.