Assistant District Attorney – Misdemeanor Entry Level

TDCAA; Texas; Presencial; USD 100.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Galveston County District Attorney's Office seeks an Assistant District Attorney for misdemeanor cases at an entry level in Galveston County. You will represent the State of Texas in county criminal proceedings and collaborate with law enforcement, victims, and witnesses throughout all stages of cases.

The role emphasizes teamwork, mentoring from experienced prosecutors, courtroom readiness, and opportunities for professional growth through training and trials.

Formación

• Integrity and sound judgment guide daily work.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to be mentored and to participate in training.
• Adaptable to serve a large, diverse population in Galveston County.

Responsabilidades

• Represent the State of Texas in criminal proceedings in County Courts.
• Collaborate with law enforcement from arrest to disposition.
• Interview and assist victims and witnesses throughout all stages.
• Communicate and negotiate effectively with the defense bar.
• Evaluate cases to determine outcomes such as a plea, diversion, dismissal, or trial.
• Prepare cases for contested matters including jury trials.
• Present evidence and advocate to a jury.
• Grow professionally through in-house training and mentoring.

Descripción del empleo

Position:Assistant District Attorney - Misdemeanor Entry Level

Location: Galveston County

Salary: Misdemeanor Attorney (I - III): $100,000 - $110,000

The Galveston County District Attorney's Office is currently hiring purpose-driven practitioners ready to serve the citizens of Galveston County.

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 you will represent the State of Texas and the citizens of Galveston County in criminal proceedings in the 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 misdemeanor level prosecutor is a range from $100,000-$110,000 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.