District Attorney - Assistant Criminal District Attorney

Randall County; Canyon (TX); On-site; USD 103,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Randall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office is seeking an Assistant Criminal District Attorney who will represent the State in criminal proceedings from investigation and charging through trial and sentencing.

This role offers opportunities to gain substantial courtroom and litigation experience while working with experienced prosecutors and law enforcement partners in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice Law and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Clean criminal history.

Responsibilities

• Represent The State of Texas in assigned cases handled by the Criminal District Attorney’s Office.
• Review criminal investigations and determine appropriate charging and prosecution strategies.
• Conduct bond hearings, pretrial hearings, plea negotiations, jury trials, bench trials and other court proceedings.
• Review evidence and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of criminal cases.
• Conduct legal research and remain current on applicable statutes, procedural rules, constitutional requirements, and case law.
• Effectively communicate and maintain a working relationship with law enforcement officers, victims, witnesses, judges, supervisors, coworkers, and defense attorneys.
• Confer with victims and ensure that their rights and interests are appropriately considered throughout the prosecution process.

Skills

Texas bar license

Criminal law experience

Education

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Job description

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Assistant Criminal District Attorney

JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT CRIMINAL DISTRICT ATTORNEY

SUPERVISOR: DISTRICT ATTORNEY / FIRST ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY

SUMMARY:

The Randall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office is seeking a highly motivated and ethical attorney that is ready to fight for justice, advocate for victims, and protect the safety and well-being of our community. This position will be responsible for representing the State in criminal proceedings and handling cases from investigation and charging through trial and sentencing.

This position offers an opportunity to serve the community, work alongside experienced prosecutors and law-enforcement partners, and develop substantial courtroom and litigation experience.

We are seeking an attorney that will contribute to our team mentality and is committed to supporting their colleagues and advancing the office’s standards of justice, integrity, and professionalism.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.


• Licensed to practice Law and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.


• Clean criminal history.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Represent The State of Texas in assigned cases handled by the Criminal District Attorney’s Office.


• Review criminal investigations and determine appropriate charging and prosecution strategies.


• Conduct bond hearings, pretrial hearings, plea negotiations, jury trials, bench trials and other court proceedings.


• Review evidence and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of criminal cases.


• Conduct legal research and remain current on applicable statutes, procedural rules, constitutional requirements, and case law.


• Effectively communicate and maintain a working relationship with law enforcement officers, victims, witnesses, judges, supervisors, coworkers, and defense attorneys.


• Confer with victims and ensure that their rights and interests are appropriately considered throughout the prosecution process.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work in a high stress environment and perform several tasks at once.


• Work regular business hours (8-5) and any other hours before and after regular business hours as job requires.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The salary range is from $103,000 to $125,000 plus a full benefits package from Randall County, which includes paid holidays, personal leave time, retirement, and other benefits in addition to health, life, dental, and vision insurance.

Randall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office

The Randall County District Attorney’s Office considers all applicants without attention to race, ethnicity, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or disability status.