• Presents cases to judges and grand jury; represents victims of crimes at court proceedings; conducts trials of criminal, misdemeanor and juvenile cases; and presents cases to judges for obtaining protective orders for assault victims.

• Negotiates plea bargains and bond reductions in criminal and juvenile cases.

• Reviews all complaints for contested criminal and juvenile cases; conducts legal research.

• Reads and reviews offense reports and probable cause statements.

• Consults with and provides legal advice to appropriate County departments; responds to inquiries from the public, resolves and/or refers to proper person; provides counsel to law enforcement agencies and personnel as required.

• Prepares arrest and search warrants for law enforcement officers.

• Meets and assists with victims, witnesses, defendants and other outside agencies;

• Assists and/or instructs other employees with their duties; assigns, plans and reviews work of other employees.

• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Doctor of Jurisprudence degree.

• One year job related experience.

• Computer, verbal and written communication, and organizational skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials. Trial advocacy, legal research and library skills.

• Licensed by Supreme Court of Texas.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $84,177.60 - $105,227.20 annually based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.