Assistant District Attorney II, G124, District Attorney

Webb County (TX); Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Webb County is seeking a qualified prosecutor to handle the prosecution of criminal cases, including reviewing evidence, interviewing witnesses, and preparing charging instruments. The role involves preparing cases for trial, presenting at trials, and handling grand jury matters.

Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting indictments, and performing duties in motion hearings. A valid Texas Driver's License and Bar eligibility are required, with opportunities for special

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of law.
• Minimum of one year of work experience in the area of law, preferred.
• Current membership in the State Bar of Texas or eligible for a temporary bar card while awaiting bar results.

Responsibilities

• Reviews misdemeanor and felony cases; determines charging viability; reviews warrants and affidavits.
• Prepares criminal cases for trial; interviews witnesses and victims; gathers and reviews evidence.
• Represents the State in criminal trials with opening statements, witness questioning, and closing arguments.
• Reviews cases for disposition; presents to Grand Jury; prepares indictments; recommends bonds.
• Represents the State in criminal motion hearings.
• Participates in community outreach and represents the office to civic organizations.
• Coordinates with probation officers regarding terms, supervision, and revocation matters.
• Participates in external training activities.
• May be designated as a Border Prosecutor or assigned other special duties.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Trial preparation

Oral communication

Written communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Analytical thinking

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of law

Active Texas Bar membership or eligible for temporary bar

Job description

This position is responsible for the prosecution of criminal cases.

• Reviews misdemeanor and felony cases; determines whether evidence supports the filing of criminal charges; confers with law enforcement agencies to review search warrants and affidavits; reviews offense reports and witness statements; and prepares charging instruments.


• Prepares criminal cases for trial by locating and interviewing witnesses and victims, gathering and reviewing evidence, visiting crime scenes, planning jury trials, reviewing applicable case law, creating visual aids, and interviewing law enforcement officers.


• Represents the State in criminal trials by selecting juries, making opening statements, questioning witnesses, introducing evidence, presenting arguments before judges and juries, and delivering closing arguments.


• Reviews criminal cases for appropriate disposition; presents cases to the Grand Jury; prepares indictments; recommends bonds.


• Represents the State in criminal motion hearings.


• Participates in community outreach activities and represents the office to civic organizations.


• Coordinates with community supervision officers regarding appropriate terms and conditions of probation, the progress of probationers, and matters related to probation revocation, modification, or adjudication.


• Participates in external training activities.


• May be designated as a Border Prosecutor or assigned other special assignments.


• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws.


• Knowledge of investigative tools, methods, and techniques.


• Knowledge of criminal trial proceedings and legal processes.


• Knowledge of computers and job-related software applications.


• Skill in conducting legal research.


• Skill in preparing persuasive legal arguments.


• Skill in analyzing problems and developing and implementing effective solutions.


• Skill in training and supervising personnel.


• Skill in effective oral and written communication.


• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

• Graduation from an accredited school of law.


• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position. Minimum of one ( 1 ) year of work experience in the area of law, preferred.


• Current membership in the State Bar of Texas or eligible for a temporary bar card while awaiting bar results.

Complexity/Scope of Work

• The work consists of a variety of duties in the prosecution of criminal cases. The variety of tasks to be performed contributes to the position's complexity.


• The purpose of this position is to assist in the prosecution of criminal cases. Successful performance in this position contributes to the effective administration of justice and the successful resolution of criminal cases.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Occasionally

• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.


• Adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions.


• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.


• Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.

Constantly

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.


• Communicating with others to exchange information.


• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.


• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.


• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Other Requirements/Information

• Must possess a valid and current Texas Driver's License or a Texas Identification card.


• The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.


• This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, all other Webb County policies apply.

Valid Texas Driver's License or Texas Identification Card*
*If the applicant holds an out-of-state Driver's License or Identification card, a State of Texas Driver's License or Texas Identification Card must be obtained prior to employment.