Assistant County Attorney – Criminal Division

Full-time

No

## Assistant County Attorney – Criminal Division

The Potter County Attorney's Office is looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual to fill the role of Assistant County Attorney in the Criminal Division. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented attorney to join a team of experienced prosecutors and make a real difference in the community.

The successful candidate will be expected to handle all aspects of criminal prosecution, including daily interaction with court personnel, defense counsel, law enforcement officers, community supervision and corrections personnel, and members of the public. They will also be expected to use electronic legal research such as Westlaw and be comfortable with learning our case management system, which is Techshare.

The position offers a starting salary of $80, and benefits including access to a quality health insurance plan and enrollment in a defined benefit retirement plan through the Texas County and District Retirement System. Annual leave for new hires includes 13 holidays and 10 vacation days, and sick leave accumulates at one day per month. After one year of service a portion of unused sick leave (up to 4 days per year) can be converted to additional vacation leave. State Bar dues, CLE classes, and memberships in the Texas District and County Attorneys Association and the Amarillo Area Bar Association will be paid by the County Attorney's Office.

### Qualifications

Candidates must have a . or equivalent degree from an accredited law school and a license to practice law in Texas. Candidates awaiting bar results will be considered. A background investigation of each applicant, including review of any criminal history information, may be conducted.

### Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, writing sample, and references to: Nathan Davis, Criminal Division Lead Prosecutor, . Tele.

The Potter County Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

### Summary

The Potter County Attorney's Office is looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual to fill the role of Assistant County Attorney in the Criminal Division. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team of experienced prosecutors and make a real difference in the community. The position offers a starting salary of $80, with access to a quality health insurance plan and a defined benefit retirement plan through the Texas County and District Retirement System. Annual leave for new hires includes 13 holidays and 10 vacation days, and state Bar dues, CLE classes, and memberships in the Texas District and County Attorneys Association and the Amarillo Area Bar Association will be paid by the County Attorney's Office.

Candidates must have a . or equivalent degree from an accredited law school and a license to practice law in Texas. Candidates awaiting bar results will be considered. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, writing sample, and references to: Nathan Davis, Criminal Division Lead Prosecutor, . Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Quality health insurance plan, enrollment in a defined benefit retirement plan, paid State Bar dues, CLE classes, and memberships in professional associations

English

Legal Research, Prosecution, Communication, Time Management, Case Management, Electronic Legal Research, Courtroom Interaction, Criminal History Review, Interviewing, Public Speaking, Teamwork

J.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited law school

Submit a letter of interest, resume, writing sample, and references to Nathan Davis, Criminal Division Lead Prosecutor,

Qualification and Experience J.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited law school, license to practice law in Texas

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