Municipal Prosecutor

City-of-Carrollto; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Carrollton is seeking an Assistant City Attorney I to perform legal research, draft ordinances, and prosecute municipal code violations. Under general direction, you will represent the city in criminal and civil matters and provide advisory services to City departments.

Requirements include a Juris Doctorate, 2–5 years of city government experience, and a Texas Bar license. The role is office-based in Carrollton, Texas, with standard city‑level duties and compliance responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree required.
• 2-5 years of City government experience.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct criminal and civil litigation activities and prepare dockets, anticipate defense, present evidence, ask appropriate questions, develop case theory, draft pleadings, complete discovery, and related activities.
• Draft a variety of legal documents, including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Consult with City employees, victims, witnesses, and other interested parties on municipal court matters; provide legal advice in meetings.
• Perform legal research and document preparation related to cases, statutes, records, and related information to determine arguments and outcomes.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Ordinance prosecution

Court procedures

Trial techniques

Legal writing

Confidential information handling

Communication

Time management

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

The City of Carrollton is seeking an Assistant City Attorney I to perform legal research, draft ordinances, and prosecute municipal code violations. Under general direction, you will represent the city in criminal and civil matters and provide advisory services to City departments.

Requirements include a Juris Doctorate, 2–5 years of city government experience, and a Texas Bar license. The role is office-based in Carrollton, Texas, with standard city‑level duties and compliance responsibilities.