Assistant County Attorney

TDCAA; Athens (TX); Presencial; USD 95.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Healthcare

Retirement plan

Bar dues

CLE

Descripción de la vacante

TDCAA seeks a licensed attorney to prosecute misdemeanor and juvenile cases, including felonies and appeals, in various County Courts in Texas. The role involves plea negotiations, trials, and appellate work, with responsibilities to advise county departments and occasionally serve as DA Pro Tem.

The position requires a law degree from an accredited school, Texas bar license, and a valid Texas driver’s license, with background and drug checks.

Formación

• Graduate of accredited law school and be licensed by Supreme Court of Texas.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and pass a criminal background and drug test.

Responsabilidades

• Prosecute misdemeanor and juvenile cases in County Court at Law, County Court at Law #2, and County Court.
• Prosecute Class A & Class B misdemeanor cases.
• Prosecute felony and misdemeanor Juvenile Cases.
• Act as DA Pro Tem when requested by District Judges.
• Plea negotiations, trials, and appellate work.
• Advise County Departments Heads.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal communication

Negotiation

Confidentiality

Computer skills

Detail oriented

Office equipment

Educación

Licensed by the Supreme Court of Texas

Accredited law school graduate

Descripción del empleo

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for legal tasks related both directly and indirectly to the prosecution of all misdemeanor and all juvenile cases (felony and misdemeanor), revocations, appeals, post-conviction writs and civil forfeitures.

Starting salary range is from $95,000.00 – $110,000.00 depending on qualifications

Benefits include a county retirement plan, healthcare, bar dues, and CLE.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform case intake for Class A and Class B misdemeanors
• Prosecute Class A & Class B misdemeanor cases in County Court at Law, County Court at Law #2, and County Court.
• Prosecute County Court Mental & Class C Criminal Appeals
• Prosecute Justice of the Peace Courts – Class C Criminal & Truancies Cases
• Advise County Departments Heads
• Prosecute felony and misdemeanor Juvenile Cases
• Act as DA Pro Tem when requested by District Judges
• Plea Negotiations, Trials and Appellate work
• Other requirements include duties as assigned within the scope of responsibility and skill required of the job.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of accredited law school and be licensed by Supreme Court of Texas
• Valid Texas driver’s license and pass a criminal background and drug test.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Interpersonal communication skills to work with public, law enforcement, and victims.
• Strong negotiation and settlement skills.
• Must be dependable, detail oriented, and able to maintain confidentiality with cases.
• Computer and typing skills.
• Ability to efficiently operate office equipment.
• Ability to associate with all County departments in a professional manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Hours are generally Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Occasional travel is necessary for CLE and/or court.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Generally, this position requires light lifting, usually less than 10 lbs. but can be up to 25 lbs. This position requires some standing, bending, stooping and stretching.