Assistant District Attorney
The Comal County Criminal District Attorney’s Office in New Braunfels, Texas, is currently hiring both Experienced and Entry Level Attorneys for the following positions:
Attorney – Felony I: $124,504 – $135,000*
Appellate Prosecutor II: $104,535 – $112,898*
Attorney – Felony II: $110,808 – $120,000*
*Salaries will vary by level of experience
Prosecutors will assist in the management of daily dockets by processing pleas and plea negotiations, handling routine pretrial court appearances, managing court calendars, preparing for, and conducting writ hearings, and filing and responding to oral and written court motions. Prepares for and conducts trial procedures by presenting and defending motions to suppress and responding to discovery requests, conducting various pretrial hearings, interviewing witnesses, organizing case files for trial, preparing trial exhibits, reviewing evidence, and conducting voir dire examinations. Tries cases to verdict in jury trials and trials before the Court. Performs all ancillary tasks. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Chief of the respective Misdemeanor or Felony Division.
These positions are for prosecutors who enjoy or are interested in litigating cases, so experience in the courtroom is preferred but is guaranteed with this position.
We work as a team and pride ourselves on doing things the right way. We represent a close-knit community and know we make a difference. If you want to join a team of hard-working, talented prosecutors known for being tough on the worst offenders and fighting to keep a great community safe, then this is the office for you.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must be licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and have a Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School. Applicants must have a professional attitude, and be effective communicators, a multi-tasker, and a self-starter. Must pass a criminal background check and take/pass a drug screen. Must have a valid Texas driver’s license.
BENEFITS:
Benefits include employer-paid medical, TCDRS retirement, and other employee supplemental coverage, as well as paid State Bar dues and CLE, paid vacation, and sick leave. For detailed information on benefits, please visit the link below.
Application must be made through the Comal County Human Resources Department website at www.COMALJOBS.COM, where full job descriptions can also be found.