Assistant District Attorney – Felony Prosecutor

TDCAA; Texas; In loco; USD 105.000 - 125.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Galveston County District Attorney’s Office seeks an Assistant District Attorney – Felony Prosecutor. Based in Galveston County, TX, the position prosecutes felony cases on behalf of the State of Texas, joining a team dedicated to public safety and justice.

A law degree and Texas bar are required, with two years of relevant experience. Duties include handling investigations with law enforcement, presenting evidence at trials, negotiating plea agreements, and mentoring junior staff.

Competenze

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in the State of Texas.
• Two years of experience in the practice of law, litigation, jury trials or closely related experience.

Mansioni

• Work as a team player in a collaborative environment.
• Interact and consult with Law Enforcement Officers at various stages from arrest through disposition of the case.
• Interview and assist victims and witnesses of crime through all stages of a case.
• Communicate and negotiate effectively and professionally with the defense bar.
• Evaluate cases to determine the appropriate outcome, including plea, diversion, dismissal or trial.
• Prepare cases for contested matters including jury trials.
• Present evidence and advocate to a jury or trier of fact.
• Grow professionally through in-house training and mentoring.

Conoscenze

Litigation experience

Jury trials

Legal writing

Communication

Formazione

Juris Doctor (JD)

Descrizione del lavoro

Position:Assistant District Attorney – Felony Prosecutor

Location:Galveston County

Salary:Felony Attorney (I-III): $105,000 – $125,000

The Galveston County District Attorney’s Office is currently hiring purpose-driven practitioners ready to serve the citizens of Galveston County. This position requires graduation from an accredited Law School and admitted to the practice of law in the State of Texas. As a candidate for Felony Prosecutor, two years of experience in the practice of law, litigation, jury trials or closely related experience is also required.

WHO WE ARE

The Galveston County Criminal District Attorney’s Office represents the State of Texas in all criminal cases that arise in Galveston County. We are a mid-sized office located on Galveston Island. Led by District Attorney Kenneth Cusick, we are committed to enforcing the law, protecting the public, and upholding the rights of crime victims.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?

We want candidates with integrity who show sound judgment, are guided by the truth and are passionate about public service. We want candidates with excellent communication skills, who are receptive to mentoring and training, and seek to develop and acquire experience for their oral and written advocacy skills. We want adaptable candidates who are ready to serve a large and diverse population in Galveston County.

YOUR DUTIES

As a Galveston County Assistant District Attorney Felony Prosecutor, you will represent the State of Texas and the citizens of Galveston County in criminal proceedings in the District and County Courts of the County. On a daily basis you will be expected to:

• Work as a team player in a collaborative environment
• Interact and consult with Law Enforcement Officers at various stages from a suspect’s arrest through the disposition of the case
• Interview and assist victims and witnesses of crime through all stages of a case
• Communicate and negotiate effectively and professionally with the defense bar
• Evaluate cases to determine what outcome is necessary to achieve justice, which may include a plea agreement, diversion, dismissal or trial
• Prepare cases for contested matters including jury trials
• Present evidence and advocate to a jury or trier of fact
• Grow professionally as an attorney from in house and formal training, mentoring from supervisors and other experienced attorneys, and the experience you will develop as a prosecutor from the contested hearings and trials you will litigate.

OUR COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary for a felony level prosecutor is a range from $105,000-$125,000 based on experience level and assignment. Opportunities for supplemental pay are available to all attorneys.

The County of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.