The lack of an active eligible list for approximately two years compounded by the hiring of our staff by other County departments has left the District Attorney's office with a staffing shortage of 40% of critical permanent and funded staff. Retaining trained temporary staff who understand the detailed legal processes of the District Attorney's office and the courts is critical to meet the needs of the courts and maintain the minimum operation level of the District Attorney's office. Limited-term temporary services have been required pending the availability of an active hiring list, which was recently promulgated and will permit recruitment of permanent staff.