Assistant County Attorney (Part-Time)
JOB POSTING
The Hudspeth County Attorney’s Office in Sierra Blanca, Texas has an opening for a part-time Assistant County Attorney.
Job Title: Assistant County Attorney
Department: Hudspeth County Attorney Office
Pay Range: $850.00 per week/ Part-time
Job Summary:
The assistant county attorney performs supervisory and professional legal work prosecuting criminal suspects on behalf of the State of Texas.
The position has a base pay of $850.00 and may currently be supplemented by an annual grant to rural law enforcement. The grant supplement must be applied for each year and is not guaranteed for approval.
The position also requires that the applicant have a working knowledge of civil law, for the purpose of providing advice and drafting documents related to the needs of the various county departments. In addition, the position requires working knowledge of juvenile law under the Texas Family Code.
The work involves preparing criminal cases for proceedings in the courts of Hudspeth County. Preparation includes pleading the case or going to trial; participating in legal research necessary for the preparation of criminal trials; prosecuting jury and non-jury trials and negotiating settlements; and preparing various briefs, motions, and other legal devices, as necessary.
Requirements:
Education/Certifications
• Doctoral degree
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and in good standing
• Ability to pass a State Criminal History background check
Additional Information:
Applications may be obtained online at: Hudspeth County Job Openings
The deadline to apply is June 3, 2026.
Applicants must submit:
• County Employment Application
• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
Application materials should be submitted to the mzungia@co.hudspeth.tx.us and apinela@co.hudspeth.tx.us
For questions regarding the position, please contact the office at (915) 369-2219.