Qureos Mentor

Harris County District Attorney's Office

<div>ATTENTION!!!
THIS POSTING IS FOR LAW STUDENTS WHO CAN WORK A MINIMUM OF 20 HOURS PER WEEK AND A MAX OF 25 HOURS PER WEEK IN PERSON
LAW STUDENT PAID INTERNSHIPS
Paid Interns are assigned to work directly with experienced trial attorneys and assist the attorneys with a wide range of duties, including (1) victim and witness interviews; (2) assistance with formal plea procedures; (3) trial preparation; (4) research and writing; and (5) assistance with jury selection and jury trials. Interns routinely accompany prosecutors to court to observe and help with court dockets, hearings, and trials. Interns may also be required to complete additional assignments, specific projects, or observations as prescribed by their school or professors.
OUR COMPENSATION
Our paid interns are paid a salary of $20.00 per hour for up to 25 hours per week. Paid interns do not receive health, time, or leave benefits. Interns do not receive overtime pay or comp time hours.
WHEN APPLYING:
Your resume will be forwarded to the Internship Director for review. If chosen, applicants are subject to a full background investigation which takes about 2 weeks and then there is a final review before you are offered a position. When hired, you will spend your first full day with HCDAO in orientation with our HR Division. You will then be released to your assigned division at the Criminal Justice Center (CJC) to begin working.
You will create your schedule with your supervising attorney on your first day. Paid interns are expected to work up to 25 hours per week. You must be willing to work at least a semester with HCDAO.</div>

In-Person Law Student Paid Intern

<div>Job Description:
<ul><li>The Harris County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office employs investigators who are licensed peace officers as defined in Chapter 2.12 of The Texas Code of Criminal Procedure with a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCOLE). These Investigators are assigned throughout the Office of the District Attorney.</li>
<li>All applicants must meet the Texas Commission Rules 221.1 and 221.3 (Intermediate, Advanced, or Master Peace Officer Proficiency Certification Requirements).</li>
<li>District Attorney Investigators assist the prosecutorial staff in the preparation of criminal cases that occur in Harris County, conduct formal investigations, conduct investigations directly for the District Attorney, and assist law enforcement officers from other jurisdictions on a case-by-case basis. Harris County District Attorney Investigators must be able to manage a substantial case load, serve subpoenas in an attempt to locate witnesses for trial, assist prosecutors with investigations and trial preparation, interview witnesses alongside a HCDAO Prosecutor, and write search warrant affidavits for evidence related to HCDAO case investigations.</li>
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Qualifications:
<ul><li>TCOLE Master Peace Officer Proficiency Certification (preferred). Applicants coming from out-of-state or federal agencies will be considered on a case-by-case basis.</li>
<li>Proficient knowledge of applicable laws.</li>
<li>Ability to maintain a good working relationship with the District Attorney and Assistant District Attorneys.</li>
<li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.</li>
<li>Honorable military discharge and/or training equivalent to two years or more of college education focusing on police science, criminology, or related field (preferred).</li>
<li>Criminal investigation experience (required).</li>
<li>Proficient knowledge of modern investigative techniques and legal processes (preferred).</li>
<li>Bilingual (preferred).</li>
</ul><ul><li>The investigator must live within 50 miles (G.P.S.) of the District Attorney&rsquo;s Office and be able to pass a background investigation, psychological exam (if necessary), and the firearms qualification course as prescribed in the Harris County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office Operations Manual.</li>
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Additionally, order an unopened credit report will need to be sent via mail to:
Link to request form - https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/sites/www.consumer.ftc.gov/files/articles/pdf/pdf-0093-annual-report-request-form.pdf
Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on the business needs of the office. Assignments may require more than 40 hour workweeks and/or callouts.
Benefits:
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:
<ul><li>Medical Coverage</li>
<li>Dental Coverage</li>
<li>Vision Coverage</li>
<li>Wellness Plan</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>Long-term disability</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.</li>
<li>Eleven (11) county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday</li>
<li>Professional development opportunities</li>
<li>Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan</li>
<li>Healthcare Reimbursement Account</li>
<li>457 Deferred Compensation Plan</li>
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The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
<ul><li>Retirement pension (TCDRS)</li>
</ul>
Annual Salary Range with step incentives:
Entry Level $76,502.40 &ndash; Senior Investigator $112,528.00
Monthly Law Enforcement Incentive Pay:
Master TCOLE $500.00
Advanced TCOLE $285.00
Intermediate TCOLE $130.00
Monthly Education Incentive Pay:
Masters $375.00
Bachelors $265.00
Associates $110.00</div>

Investigator

<div>The Harris County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office is currently hiring purpose-driven practitioners ready to serve the citizens of Harris County.
There are opportunities for ALL levels of experience from law students preparing to take the Texas Bar Exam to experienced prosecutors seeking a new challenge. Newly licensed attorneys will generally be assigned to serve in our Misdemeanor Division. Experienced attorneys have the opportunity to serve in our Divisions handling felony cases, including specialized areas, such as Crimes against Children and Human Trafficking, as well as our newly created Mental Health and Diversions, Domestic Violence and Homicide Bureaus.
WHO WE ARE
We are responsible for seeking justice for the citizens of Harris County. Located in what is soon to be the third largest jurisdiction in America, our office is one of the largest District Attorney&rsquo;s Offices in the nation. Led by District Attorney Sean Teare, we believe public safety and fairness are not mutually exclusive and we are committed to protecting the public while upholding the rights of both the accused and crime victims. What happens in our office impacts Criminal Justice throughout the state, the nation and the world.
WHO WE&rsquo;RE LOOKING FOR?
We want to meet candidates with unmatched integrity, who show sound judgment, are guided by the truth and are passionate about public service. We want to meet candidates with excellent communication skills and an openness to training and coaching. We want to meet candidates committed to developing their courtroom advocacy. We want candidates who are adaptable and ready to serve the largest and most diverse population in the State of Texas.
YOUR DUTIES
As a Harris County Assistant District Attorney you will represent the State of Texas and the citizens of Harris County in criminal proceedings in the District, County and Family Courts of Harris County. On a daily basis you will be expected to:
<ul><li>Work as a team player in a collaborative environment</li>
<li>Interact and consult with Law Enforcement at various stages from a suspect&rsquo;s arrest through the disposition of the case</li>
<li>Interview and assist victims and witnesses of crime through all stages of a case</li>
<li>Communicate and negotiate with the defense bar</li>
<li>Evaluate cases to determine the proper outcome to achieve justice, which may include a plea agreement, diversion, dismissal or trial</li>
<li>Prepare cases for contested matters including jury trials</li>
<li>Present evidence and advocate to a jury or trier of fact</li>
<li>Grow as an attorney and advocate while mentoring junior prosecutors</li>
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OUR COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The salary for a misdemeanor level prosecutor starts at $93,100 and salaries for felony level prosecutors range from $98,467 to $149,635 based on experience level and assignment. Opportunities for supplemental pay are available to all attorneys.
Harris County offers fulltime employees a comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as a defined retirement plan. You can learn more about our competitive benefits here: https://benefitsathctx.com/
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net</div>

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