Assistant District Attorney - Level 6 Job at Lubbock County, TX, Lubbock, TX

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  • Lubbock County, TX
  • Lubbock, TX

Job Description

Salary : $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 Annually

Location : Lubbock TX 79401, TX

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 202400116

Department: Criminal District Attorney

Division: Criminal

Opening Date: 06/10/2024

Closing Date: 9/6/2024 11:59 PM Central

Summary


The Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney's Office has an immediate opening for an attorney with over five years of experience in our Criminal Division or our Civil Division.

Essential Duties


  • Represent The State of Texas in all matters handled by the DA's Office
  • Supervise other Assistant District Attorneys assigned to you
  • Review police reports and file or reject cases based on the evidence presented
  • Present cases to the Grand Jury
  • Interview victims, witnesses, and police officers
  • Provide legal advice to elected County officials and department heads
  • Review and negotiate contracts on behalf of Lubbock County
  • Defend civil claims asserted against Lubbock County, its elected officials, and employees
  • Attend all manner of court settings and hearings
  • Prepare civil and/or criminal cases for trial
  • Review and interpret both simple and complex legal issues
  • Efficiently manage a caseload in a fast-paced and rewarding environment
  • Maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public

Position Requirements


QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, must currently be licensed to practice law in The State of Texas, and must be in good standing with The State Bar of Texas. Applicant must also have a clean criminal history and be able to pass a drug test.

Supplemental Information


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must possess excellent research and writing skills and a strong ability to communicate and get along with others. Must possess sufficient common sense and legal skills combined to make important legal decisions on complex issues. Need to have basic computer and typing skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.


PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Daily duties require sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, and bending as well as speaking to and listening to other people. This job will be performed in the usual and customary office and courtroom settings. Minimal heavy lifting and driving duties are required. The workweek is usually 40 hours per week, but may be longer if you are preparing for trial.


SALARY AND BENEFITS: The salary for an Assistant District Attorney - Level 6 is up to $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience. The successful applicant will also receive a full benefits package from Lubbock County. This includes paid holidays off, personal leave time, and other benefits in addition to health, life, dental, and vision insurance.


DISCLAIMER: The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the standard functions of this position and should not be constructed as a thorough description of all work requirements. The characteristics of the work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


EQUAL EMPLOYMENT AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER: Lubbock County will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

To review Lubbock County's benefits package, please select the following link:

01


Do you possess a Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school?
  • Yes
  • No

02


Are you currently licensed to practice law in the State of Texas?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Immediate start,

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