Assistant District Attorney

Jobtailor; Chickasha (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an Assistant District Attorney in Oklahoma to prosecute a broad range of criminal offenses and advocate for vulnerable populations. The role emphasizes aggressive prosecution, jury trial experience, and service in Chickasha or Anadarko offices.

Qualified candidates will be licensed attorneys with ADA qualifications, and a preference for trial leadership and experience in multiple jury trials. Resume and cover letter are required to apply.

Qualifications

• Attorney qualified to serve as an Assistant District Attorney.
• Preference for five (5) years or more prosecution experience.
• Preference for appearing as lead counsel in multiple jury trials.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute a wide range of criminal offenses, including drug crimes, violent crimes, and homicide cases.
• Advocate on behalf of vulnerable people, including children, elderly people, and other victims of crime.
• Take an aggressive approach to prosecution and community protection.
• Appear as lead counsel in jury trials when applicable.
• Work in either the Chickasha, Grady County Office or the Anadarko, Caddo County Office.

Skills

Criminal Law

Trial Preparation

Legal Research

Case Management

Negotiation Skills

Education

Licensed Attorney

Assistant District Attorney Qualification

Job description

• Prosecute a wide range of criminal offenses, including drug crimes, violent crimes, and homicide cases
• Advocate on behalf of vulnerable people, including children, elderly people, and other victims of crime
• Take an aggressive approach to prosecution and community protection
• Appear as lead counsel in jury trials when applicable
• Work in either the Chickasha, Grady County Office or the Anadarko, Caddo County Office

Requirements

• Attorney qualified to serve as an Assistant District Attorney
• Preference for five (5) years or more prosecution experience
• Preference for appearing as lead counsel in multiple jury trials
• All experience levels are welcome to apply
• Resume and cover letter required for application

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in criminal prosecution, particularly in drug crimes, violent crimes, and homicide cases, while advocating for vulnerable populations. Proven ability to serve as lead counsel in jury trials and a commitment to community protection.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Criminal Prosecution
• Lead Counsel Experience
• Jury Trial Advocacy
• Community Protection
• Advocacy for Vulnerable Populations

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Criminal Law
• Trial Preparation
• Legal Research
• Case Management
• Negotiation Skills

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Aggressive Advocacy
• Empathy

Certifications & Qualifications

• Licensed Attorney
• Assistant District Attorney Qualification

Industry Keywords

• Criminal Offenses
• Drug Crimes
• Violent Crimes
• Homicide Cases
• Victim Advocacy