Assistant District Attorney – Montgomery County

Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office – Conroe, Texas

We seek a talented and principled advocate to fill a misdemeanor prosecutor position with the anticipation that you will become a felony prosecutor.  Depending on your interests and the needs of the office, you may practice in specialty areas like child abuse, family violence, public integrity, vehicular crimes, white-collar offenses, online crimes, etc.

As a prosecutor, you will evaluate cases, contact victims, work with law enforcement officers, and try appropriate cases to jury verdicts, first at a misdemeanor level and then at a felony level.  To wield this great power and responsibility, we are looking for men and women of integrity.   We are looking for attorneys who treat colleagues, witnesses, victims, officers, defense attorneys, defendants, judges, and citizens with respect and professionalism. We are looking for courageous and skilled courtroom advocates.  We are looking for men and women who sincerely wish to see justice is done in each and every case.

To assist you in your efforts, we will surround you with people who will train you, support you, and lead you well.  We will provide you with an environment where you can develop mastery in your work while enjoying a satisfying and full life outside of the office.  We have worked hard to create a healthy office culture where you can find purpose in your profession and help develop your full potential as an attorney.

We will be accepting resumes until December 31, 2024. 

Applicants must either be licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas or preparing to take the February 2025 bar examination.

Our starting salary is $90,358, with ample opportunities for supplemental pay and an expectation of pay raises.  We have flexibility regarding your start date.  For those taking the bar, we are willing to begin your employment after the exam but before your results are received. 

Benefits of working in Montgomery County include but are not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employee wellness programs, paid vacation, free parking, short- and long-term disability, and retirement.

Our office is situated in Conroe, Texas, just a quick drive away from downtown Houston, yet conveniently close to a large lake and various state and national parks.  We have 57 attorneys serving a population of approximately 711,354 residents.   If you are interested in applying, please send a resume and letter of interest to Mrs. Shelby Schubert at [email protected].  

We anticipate conducting interviews during the first part of January and will work with you to schedule your interview. We will keep you posted on your progress at all stages of the process.  

Should you have questions about the interview process or the office, or if you would like to take a tour of the office before your interview, please contact First Assistant Mike Holley at [email protected].  You can also call Mr. Holley at 936-539-7800.  We warmly invite you to do so.