ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY
JOB TITLE: Assistant District Attorney II
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for the prosecution of criminal cases.
PRIMARY DUTIES:_ ______________________________________
- Intakes misdemeanor/felony cases; determine if evidence warrants criminal charges; confer with police departments to review search warrants and affidavits; read offense reports and witness statements; prepare charging instruments.
- Prepare criminal cases for trial; locate and interviews witnesses and victims; gather and review evidence; visit crime scenes; plans jury trials; reviews pertinent case law; creates visual aids; interviews police officers.
- Represent the state in criminal trials in count and district courts; picks juries, make opening statements, question witnesses, introduce evidence, argue before a judge and jury, and deliver closing arguments.
- Review criminal cases for appropriate disposition; present cases to Grand Jury; prepare indictments; recommend bonds.
- Represent the state in motion hearings.
- Participates and represents the office in community outreach events and civic organizations.
- Coordinate with community supervision officers with regards to the appropriate terms and conditions of probation, progress of probationers, and issues in regards to revocation, modification, or adjudication of probation.
- Participate in external training activities.
- Performs other related duties.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:_____________________________
- A Juris Doctorate Degree
- 0-5 years of experience but applicants with more experience are welcome to apply
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Texas for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
- Current membership of the State Bar of Texas.
SALARY:_________________________________________________
Grade 23 – Starting Salary Range $73,955 – $81,683/annually, salary will be commensurate with years of experience.
Webb County District Attorney’s office is a member of the TCDRS Retirement System.
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Submit your resume to:
Webb County District Attorney’s Office
1110 Victoria, Suite 401
Laredo, Texas 78040
Fax: 956-523-5919
Email: [email protected]