Salary : $76,422.00 - $86,749.00 Annually
Location : Tyler, TX
Job Type: Exempt
Job Number: 00573
Department: District Attorney
Opening Date: 07/24/2025

Summary/Objective
The Smith County District Attorney's Office is seeking applications for a full time misdemeanor prosecutor position. The selected candidate will handle all aspects of misdemeanor prosecution including case intake, bond hearings, plea negotiations, trial preparation, jury/bench trials, and probation revocation hearings. This is an excellent position for those who want to gain trial experience or desire to begin a career in prosecution.

A misdemeanor position is one of the best ways to begin a legal career. Prosecutors gain a wealth of experience while surrounded by more seasoned lawyers who can help develop the skills and talents of new lawyers. Attorneys who begin their careers in the Smith County District Attorney's Office have proven record of success even when they venture out into other areas of law.Our office fosters a positive and collaborative environment where attorneys gain valuable trial experience. The misdemeanor division is composed of six prosecutors supported by a Chief with significant experience. Misdemeanor prosecutors also receive exposure to felony cases through our mentoring program.

The Smith County District Attorney's Office is located in Tyler, TX. Tyler is the largest city in Northeast Texas, and the Greater Tyler area has a population of 200,000. Tyler boasts a wide variety of dining options, entertainment, and excellent outdoor activities. Tyler is also an hour and a half from Dallas and two hours from Shreveport. With a low cost of living and a community that supports local law enforcement, Smith County is an excellent place to live and work.

Starting salary range is from $76,442 to $86,749. Benefits include a generous county retirement plan, healthcare, bar dues, and CLE.

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Required Skills and Abilities

• A desire to try jury trials.
• Organized and self-motivated.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to ethical prosecution.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate.

Education and Experience
Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School.

Licenses and Certifications

License to practice law in the State of Texas, and in good standing with the State.
HOLIDAYS
Smith County employees enjoy 12 holidays a year. These are:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• President's Day
• Good Friday
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving
• Christmas
• Administrative Day (Employee's Choice)

Each year, Commissioner's Court sets the official holiday schedule.
VACATION LEAVE
1 day earned per month (12 days per year). After 5 years of service, 1 1/4 days earned per month (15 per year). After 10 years service, 1 1/2 days earned per month (18 per year).
SICK LEAVE
1 day given per month. Allowed to accrue maximum of 80 days.
SICK LEAVE POOL
Smith County has established a Sick Leave Pool on a voluntary, contributory basis.
MILITARY LEAVE
Granted up to 15 calendar days per year.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE
Unpaid leave may be granted by Department Head for up to 60 days (over 60 days requires Commissioners Court approval) for purposes of:
(1) education that may contribute to the benefit of the County,
(2) public service assignment,
(3) attending to important personal business.
CITIZENSHIP LEAVE
Provides that employees receive normal pay during period called for jury duty which includes both the jury selection process and, if selected, the time the employee actually spends serving on the jury; serving as a subpoenaed witness; and for the purpose of voting.
FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE
Provides for up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to eligible employees for certain family and medical reasons during a 12-month period, and up to 26 weeks of unpaid leave in a single 12-month period to care for a covered service member with a serious injury or illness.
MEDICAL INSURANCE
Smith County offers a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan to its employees and employees' eligible dependents. The plan is administered by The Health Plan.
DRUG CARD COVERAGE
Employee prescription costs are $10 Copay for Generic, $30 Copay* for Formulary Brand, $45 Copay* for Non-Formulary Brand. Mail service is available for maintenance prescriptions. 90-day max supply retail or mail order.

*Mandatory Generic - if generic is available, you will pay the difference between the generic drug and the Brand, plus the Brand copay.
DENTAL INSURANCE
Preventative checkups and cleaning (2 per year) at no cost to employee. Dental work after a $50 deductible per year (maximum of $150 per family) has maximum benefit of $2,000 per year per covered person. Basic services are covered at 80%, major services at 80% and orthodontics (up to age 19) at 50% up to $1,500 lifetime benefit.
LIFE INSURANCE
Up to $10,000 paid for by County. Additional supplemental coverage available at employee's expense.
ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE
Furnished at no cost to employee. Pays 50% of life amount for loss of limb or eye; 100% for loss of 2 limbs or death due to an accident.
RETIREMENT
Employees are eligible to retire: after 20 years of service regardless of age, at age 60 with at least 8 years of service or when age plus service equals 75.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
A payroll deduction savings plan which allows employees to contribute a portion of their salary before Federal taxes - to invest in a tax-favored supplemental retirement program.

For additional benefits information click on the link below:
https://www.smith-county.com/government/departments/human-resources/benefits