Misdemeanor Prosecutor - District Attorney - $79,932.00 annually

Bexar County; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 79,932 - 99,912; Full time

Job summary

Bexar County is seeking a Misdemeanor Prosecutor for the District Attorney's office to prosecute misdemeanor cases in Texas, review evidence, and draft legal documents for disposition.

This full-time role requires a JD, Texas license, strong trial advocacy, plea negotiations, and the ability to manage caseloads; regular in-court appearances and coordination with law enforcement.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a Doctorate of Jurisprudence and licensed to practice law in Texas.
• Knowledge of civil and criminal prosecution procedures; plea bargaining and negotiation.
• Ability to manage caseloads using software; strong written and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Review cases for legal and factual sufficiency and draft required documents.
• Prosecute juvenile and adult criminal cases and litigate appeals.
• Regularly appear in court on behalf of the State of Texas.
• Coordinate pre-hearing and trial dockets; negotiate plea bargains.

Skills

Legal research

Plea bargaining

Trial advocacy

Oral/written communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Misdemeanor Prosecutor - District Attorney - $79,932.00 annuallyApplylocations: Paul Elizondo Towertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 14, 2026 (21 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR100927**Job Title**Misdemeanor Prosecutor - District Attorney - $79,932.00 annually**Pay Rate Min to Mid Range**$79,932.00 - $99,912.00**Time Type**Full time**Summary****Duties and Responsibilities*** Reviews cases or appeals for legal and factual sufficiency, requests investigations and drafts the required documents for legal disposition* Examines evidence including videos, photographs, documents, and records for use in trial* Prosecutes juvenile and adult criminal cases and litigates appeals* Contacts and/or interviews victims, witnesses, defense attorneys, investigators and law enforcement personnel regarding restitution, plea bargains and punishment issues* Researches statutes and case law issues* Performs computer assisted research regarding criminal histories and case status* Regularly appears in court on behalf of the State of Texas in contested matters, before judges and juries* Organizes pre-hearing and trial dockets requiring witness appearance coordination and negotiating plea bargains* Dictates, edits, and updates legal documents prepared by the clerical and paralegal staff* May supervise Advocates, Interns, and office support staff* Performs related duties, as required**Minimum Qualifications*** Graduation from an accredited Law School with a Doctorate of Jurisprudence and licensed to practice law in the State of Texas* Knowledge of civil and criminal prosecution procedures and techniques; knowledge of plea bargaining and negotiation* Technological Skills - ability to operate personal computers, develop proficiency in basic and advanced software and programs utilized to manage caseloads and related information; ability to operate basic office equipment* Interpersonal Skills - ability to establish and maintain professional, effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, attorneys, law enforcement officers and the general public in routine and highly stressful situations; ability to develop effective and persuasive oral advocacy skills* Ability to maintain the highest ethical and professional standards expected of an attorney representing the State of Texas; ability to organize and present facts and supporting logic; ability to ascertain factual information from conflicting or purposely inaccurate data; ability to communicate professionally and effectively with hostile, abusive or irrational individuals; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing* Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance from the Bexar County District Attorney's Office* Must clear a pre-employment physical* May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek