Attorney I (Intake Attorney) - County Attorney

JOB
Reporting directly to a Lead Prosecutor, responsible for adult misdemeanor case intake and screening. Represents the state in Justice of the Peace and County Court at Law proceedings. Makes charging decisions, handles Pretrial Intervention Program contract reviews, and conducts legal research.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Performs case intake, screens, and follows-up on investigations to include reviewing police reports and evidence submitted by law enforcement agenciesDrafts investigative requests for additional evidence makes charging decisions. and drafts charging instrumentsPerforms legal research by reading statutes and codes, analytical books, online case research, and specialized practice guidesDrafts legal documents such as motions, memoranda, and briefsRepresents the State in Justice of the Peace Courts which includes travelling to various precincts on a weekly basis to process all criminal cases set for pretrial dockets or contested hearings, negotiates with defense attorneys and pro-se defendants, and represents the State in bench and jury trialsRepresents the State in County Courts at Law, ensuring cases have been appropriately prepared for each docket, working towards resolving the cases while in court, discussing plea options and other case needs with defense attorneys, working alongside probation officers, filing any necessary court documents, and providing information to the Court upon requestPrepares for and represents the State in contested court hearings, to include reviewing evidence, interviewing witnesses, preparing trial motions, responding to defense motions, preparing trial exhibits, and conducting the hearing (i.e., jury selection, opening statements, witness examination and closing arguments)Reviews evidence, criminal histories, police reports, and other relevant information, and assists in the handling of discovery requestsInterviews and communicates with victims and witnesses, and answers questions regarding the criminal justice systemRepresents the State in truancy litigation, to include screening cases and representing the State in Truancy Court hearingsCommunicates with county personnel, elected officials, judges, defense attorneys, victims and witnesses of crime, law enforcement agencies, and the general public on behalf of the County Attorney’s OfficeAttends all meetings and trainings, as requiredPerforms special duties as assignedORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPSReports directly to – Lead ProsecutorDirect Reports – NoPHYSICAL DEMANDSPosition involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carryingPosition involves occasional lifting and carrying of up to fifty (50) pounds and exertion of up to twenty-five (25) pounds of force to move objectsENVIRONMENTAL FACTORSWork is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environmentRegular travel between work sites as requiredHigh stress, pressure of deadlines and case management under limited time constraintsInteraction with persons accused or convicted of crimesIRREGULAR HOURSWork outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be requiredMay be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergencyRegular attendance is requiredThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources. Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICYWilliamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.