21st Judicial District Attorney’s Office, Washington County
Position: Assistant District Attorney
Salary: Starting at $115,000-$125,000.00 (Includes SB22) and County benefits.
Posting Date: August 20, 2026
Closing Date: until filled
Description: Felony line-level prosecutor
Primary Expectations:
- Represent the State of Texas in all matters handled by the DA’s office.
- Maintain a caseload from intake through trial, focusing on child sexual abuse cases.
- Advise local law enforcement, as part of on-call schedule, drafting search warrants, and regular organized meetings with law enforcement agencies.
- Performs all other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be a graduate of an accredited law school.
- Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas.
- Must have a minimum of 4 years felony trial experience and a working knowledge of criminal law, procedure, and rules of evidence. Experience in handling crimes against children strongly preferred.
Selection Guidelines:
- A formal Washington County application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received. The Human Resources Department is located at the Washington County ATS Building 2509 SH-105, Brenham, Texas 77833.
- Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
- A review of education/experience; appropriate testing and interviews may be required. Oral interview(s) and pre-employment screening may be required in accordance with applicable law and County policy.
- Employment is contingent on passing post-offer, pre-employment, criminal background investigations, and motor vehicle record reports as appropriate under policy.
- This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Washington County and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Employment with Washington County is at will. Nothing contained in this posting or job description creates or is intended to create a contract of employment.