Location: Abilene, Texas
Job Title: Assistant Criminal District Attorney
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Open: until filled
Summary
Taylor County Criminal District Attorney, Mr. James Hicks, is seeking a qualified prosecutor to fill a felony position. This job requires knowledge of all phases of criminal prosecution and law enforcement procedures, has daily contact with the public, law enforcement and is responsible for handling felony cases from intake through trial in District Courts in Taylor County.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- All aspects of prosecution of felony cases, including case screening, preparation of pleadings, motions, affidavits, probable cause statements, witness preparation, and representation of the State of Texas in pretrial proceedings, criminal bench trials, and jury trials.
- Formulates, justifies, and communicates plea offers in felony cases
- Performs legal research and writing
- Advises law enforcement agencies and officers of criminal law and criminal procedures
- Other duties as assigned by the Criminal District Attorney
Education and Experience
- Graduation from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas
- Minimum of three years trial experience
Benefits
- Employee medical and dental insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement
- Paid vacation and sick leave
How to apply
Applicants can mail resume to James Hicks, Taylor County Criminal District Attorney, Attention: Donna Grant, 300 Oak, Suite 300, Abilene, Texas 79602 or email to [email protected]