Entry-Level Municipal Prosecutor

City of Arlington; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arlington seeks an entry-level Attorney I to support the City Attorney’s Office. Under supervision, you will gain experience across Municipal Law, Litigation, Employment, or Public Safety, handling research, opinions, and prosecutions while advancing professional skills.

Responsibilities include drafting ordinances, reviewing contracts, and representing the City in hearings. Texas Bar active status and JD are required, with CJIS readiness as part of duties.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Current license to practice law in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and provide opinions on legal and policy matters.
• Prosecute misdemeanor criminal and civil violations in municipal court, including bench and jury trials.
• Represent the City in administrative hearings.
• Review Public Information Act requests and respond or seek Attorney General opinions.
• Assist with civil litigation defense and discovery.
• Assist in drafting ordinances, resolutions, and contracts.
• Provide training and legal updates to City departments.

Skills

Statutes analysis

Legal research

Public speaking

Policy interpretation

Technology literacy

Written and oral communication

Deadline management

Discretion handling

Court appearances

Problem solving

Cross-training

Organizational awareness

Education

J.D. degree

Texas Bar license

Job description

City of Arlington seeks an entry-level Attorney I to support the City Attorney’s Office. Under supervision, you will gain experience across Municipal Law, Litigation, Employment, or Public Safety, handling research, opinions, and prosecutions while advancing professional skills.

Responsibilities include drafting ordinances, reviewing contracts, and representing the City in hearings. Texas Bar active status and JD are required, with CJIS readiness as part of duties.