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.
- Manage a caseload.
- 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.
TO APPLY:
Complete the Randall County Employment Application: https://randallcounty.gov/Jobs.aspx
Please submit your Application, Cover Letter, and Resume to:
Randall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office
Attn: Angela Holloway
2309 Russell Long Blvd, Suite 120
Canyon, Texas 79015
Email: angela.holloway@randallcounty.gov
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.