Assistant District Attorney - Felony

Smith County; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 92,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Smith County District Attorney's Office in Tyler, TX seeks an experienced attorney for a felony prosecutor position. The role includes prosecuting all aspects of felonies from indictment through sentencing, and representing victims and law enforcement while upholding high ethical standards.

Salary ranges from $92,000 to $130,000 depending on experience, with benefits including retirement, healthcare, bar dues and CLE. There are no appellate duties associated with this job.

Qualifications

• Experience prosecuting misdemeanor or felony criminal cases to a jury.

Responsibilities

• Includes all aspects of felony prosecution, from indictment through sentencing.

Skills

Organized

Strong work ethic

Excellent communication

Willingness to learn

Job description

Summary/Objective

The Smith County District Attorney's Office is seeking an experienced attorney for a felony prosecutor position.

We are seeking prosecutors who will aggressively represent the victims and law enforcement and maintain the highest ethical standards. Our trial dockets provide a great opportunity to gain trial skills while working to improve your community. The salary range is $92,000 to 130,000, depending on experience. Benefits include county retirement plan, healthcare, bar dues, and CLE. There are no appellate duties associated with this job. Smith County is a conservative community that values law enforcement and expects the equal application of the rule of law to everyone. Tyler, Texas has a population of approximately 115,314 and Smith County has a total population around approximately 252,549.

Jacob Putman
Criminal District Attorney
Smith County
100 N. Broadway, 4th Floor
Tyler, TX 75702
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Duties And Responsibilities

Includes all aspects of felony prosecution, from indictment through sentencing.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Organized with the ability to manage a large trial docket.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to ethical prosecution.
• Excellent Communication and public speaking skills
• Willingness to learn and collaborate.

Education And Experience

• Experience successfully prosecuting misdemeanor or felony criminal cases to a jury.

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and in good standing.