ASSISTANT CRIMINAL DISTRICT ATTORNEY, Criminal District Attorney

Summary

The Attorney will be responsible for assisting with the daily functions of the Criminal District Attorney including prosecuting and defending criminal and civil matters in various levels of trial and appellate courts, as well as administrative forums. Responsible for rigorous enforcement of laws in an ethical, honest, and just manner, handling matters of substantial complexity and gravity. Prepares and presents cases in court; investigates facts giving rise to legal issues, drafts written documents with significant legal implications; provides sound legal advice to individual or governmental clients. Exercises independent judgment under the general supervision of senior prosecutors while continuing to develop skills, knowledge, and expertise.

Tarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits.

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Salary: $86,429.98 - $119,925.26 annually

( Salary Commensurate with Experience )

To Apply

Submit an application AND send resumes and cover letters to: applicants@tarrantcountytx.gov

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Makes decisions and counsels with clients, victims, or police concerning proceedings in court or related forums.
• Drafts and files pleadings, answers, motions, briefs, and responses necessary to conduct litigation and proceedings in related forums.
• Appears in court and forums to select juries, present and cross-examine evidence, make legal arguments, and act as an advocate.
• Identifies, locates, and prepares witnesses to present testimony effectively in court or related forums.
• Counsels and advises clients within the bounds of confidentiality, when applicable, regarding legal issues in all phases of litigation and in non-adversarial contexts.
• Identifies and prepares non-testimonial forms of evidence for use in court and related forums.
• Drafts legal instruments and documents with legal implications.
• Negotiates with others to settle litigation or other contested matters or to assist in solving problems with legal implications.
• Conducts and supervises investigations in civil and criminal discovery proceedings.
• Develops knowledge, skill, and expertise in applicable areas of law to keep pace with current developments.
• Strives to enhance experience, knowledge and skills.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Good working knowledge and understanding of and ability to apply the applicable laws, procedures, case holdings, and departmental policies is essential.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in high-pressure situations and ability to communicate effectively is required.
• Possesses analytical ability, is diplomatic and tactful, and uses good judgment and common sense.
• Possesses proficient verbal and written skills to communicate information and directions to courts, attorneys, investigators, police agencies, and citizens.
• Attorney is responsible for working in a cooperative manner with support staff and investigators.
• Attorney must be computer literate.
• Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Advanced analytical skills.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree required.
• Must be licensed to practice law and be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas. Prior experience in the relevant area of law is not required.
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• No desired preferences.
  
  

Physical Demands And Work Environment & Other Requirements

\While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent may be required to bend, hear, keyboard, sit, stand, talk, work alone and with others, and work overtime. Must be able to lift up to 25lbs.

Decision Making

This attorney exercises appropriate professional discretion and independence under the close supervision of more experienced attorneys. This position carries no policy making power.

Contacts

This attorney interacts with departmental supervisors and peers, other County employees, outside vendors, state agencies, witnesses, clients, judges, and opposing counsel.

Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long- term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more.

• Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. For benefit information regarding Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, please contact Patrice Harrison at (817) 884-1227.
  
  

01

Do you have a Juris Doctor degree and are you licensed to practice law?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Are you a member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

CJIS REQUIREMENTS: The Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office is a law enforcement agency. A thorough background, criminal history, and financial check is conducted on all applicants seeking employment. Should any findings not meet the standards for employment, the application will no longer be considered for this position. The Texas CJIS System Access Policy restricts access to criminal history record information. The ability to access CJIS information is a requirement of this position. *************************************************************************************************************** 1) CJIS - Have you been convicted of a felony?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

• CJIS - Have you been placed on deferred adjudication for a felony?
• Yes
• No
  
  

05

• CJIS - Have you been convicted of a Class "A" misdemeanor?
• Yes
• No
  
  

06

• CJIS - Have you been placed on deferred adjudication for a Class "A" misdemeanor?
• Yes
• No
  
  

07

• CJIS - Have you been convicted of a Class "B" misdemeanor? Please indicate yes or no. And, if so, what was the date of conviction?
• Yes
• No
  
  

08

• CJIS - Have you been placed on deferred adjudication for a Class "B" misdemeanor? Please indicate yes or no. And, if so, what are the beginning and ending dates of the deferred adjudication?
• Yes
• No
  
  

09

• CJIS - Do you have any open arrest(s) for any criminal offense (felony or misdemeanor)?
• Yes
• No
  
  

10

• CJIS - Have you been convicted of family violence or had a finding of family violence in a criminal case?
• Yes
• No
  
  

11

• CJIS - Have you been placed on deferred adjudication for a criminal offense where jail time could have been assessed? If so, what are the beginning and ending dates of the deferred adjudication?
• Yes
• No
  
  

12

• CJIS - Have you been convicted of a criminal offense where jail time could have been assessed? Please indicate yes or no. And, if so, what was the date of conviction?
• Yes
• No
• Required Question