Assistant District Attorney

Compensation and Benefits

Current annual salary starts at $99,282.

• Medical/Dental insurance for employees at no cost to the employee
• $25,000 Life/AD&D Insurance for employees at no cost to the employee
• Low-cost Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation/Sick/Holiday leave
• Retirement Plan
• Cafeteria Plan
• Workers Compensation

Under general direction, prepares and prosecutes cases in court and performs related legal functions. Positions in this classification are to be filled by experienced attorneys who can independently handle a variety of cases and legal matters.

• Performs new case intake and screening, including determining type of indictment, gathering evidence, conferring with witnesses, visiting crime scenes, preparing subpoenas and search warrants, and conferring with law enforcement officials.
• Conducts legal research using a variety of references and resources.
• Prepares for and attends arraignments, pretrial hearings, probable cause hearings, revocation hearings, jury selection, and other proceedings.
• Negotiates pleas with defense attorneys; counsels defendants regarding plea options and outcomes.
• Prepares and litigates civil and criminal cases; makes non-trial court appearances.
• Advises law enforcement officers and County elected and appointed officials on various legal issues.
• Responds to inquiries from the public regarding legal matters.
• Writes appellate briefs and may argue appeals.
• Files for protective orders, as needed.
• May assist with grant preparation and reporting.
• Attends meetings and training sessions; performs other duties, as assigned.

• Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and precedents; knowledge of legal procedures and the methods and practices of pleading cases.
• Ability to understand and interpret statutes, constitutional provisions, and administrative regulations; ability to effectively prepare and litigate cases in court; ability to work effectively with members of the legal profession, law enforcement personnel, co-workers and county department representatives, and the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned environment; prolonged periods of sitting and periodic walking, standing, bending, and reaching; occasional lifting up to 15 lbs; visual acuity, hearing ability, and manual dexterity required.

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited school of law and at least one year of experience in criminal law as an attorney preferred. Recent graduates of an accredited law school pending bar examination or results may be considered.

License to practice law in the State of Texas desired and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.