Assistant Criminal District Attorney
Location: Abilene, Texas
Job Title: Assistant Criminal District Attorney-CPS and Civil
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Criminal District Attorney’s Office
Salary: Based on Experience
Closed: Until Filled
Supervisor: Assistant Criminal District Attorney Sammi Jo Magee
Summary
As an assistant criminal district attorney in the civil division, you will manage approximately 20% of Child Protective Services (CPS) cases in Taylor County and 20% of family violence and sexual assault protective order applications. Details about the Taylor County CPS caseload can be explored at https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/About_DFPS/Data_Book/.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Advise Department of Family and Protective Services caseworkers as to what legal action is appropriate regarding children who have been abused or neglected.
- Manage all aspects of pending litigation including but not limited to: drafting pleadings and orders, completing discovery, and representing the Department at all assigned hearings and trials.
- Evaluate protective order applications in a timely manner and prosecute as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications, Education and Licenses
- Must have a J.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited law school
- Must be licensed with the State Bar of Texas or taking the July 2026 bar exam
Benefits
- Employee medical and dental insurance
- Paid life and disability insurance
- Retirement
- Paid vacation and sick time
How to Apply
Applicants can mail resume to James Hicks, Taylor County Criminal District Attorney, Attention: Elizabeth Gutierrez, 300 Oak, Suite 300, Abilene, Texas 79602
or
Applicants can email resume to Office Manager, Elizabeth Gutierrez at elizabeth.gutierrez@taylorcounty.texas.gov