Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Lubbock, TX

Government

Lubbock, TX

Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Lubbock, TX

Attorney

No

Job Title: Assistant District Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
- Represent The State of Texas in legal matters handled by the Criminal District Attorney’s Office.
- Attend court settings and hearings as required.
- Manage a caseload efficiently in a dynamic and rewarding work environment.
- Communicate and correspond with law enforcement officers, victims, witnesses, judges, and other attorneys.
- Prepare criminal cases for trial, which involves gathering and reviewing evidence, locating and interviewing victims and witnesses, interviewing police officers, visiting crime scenes, planning jury trials, and reviewing case law.
- Prosecute criminal trials, including selecting juries, making opening statements, questioning witnesses, introducing evidence, and presenting arguments before judges and juries.
- Review and interpret both simple and complex legal issues.
- Maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public.

Education and Experience Information:
- Applicant must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
- Must be currently licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
- Must be able to pass a drug test and have a clean criminal history.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent research and writing skills.
- Strong ability to communicate and get along with others.
- Adequate common sense and legal skills to make important legal decisions on complex issues.
- Basic computer and typing skills.
- 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 and listening.
- The job is performed in usual office and courtroom settings.
- Minimal heavy lifting and driving duties are required.
- The workweek is typically 40 hours but may extend longer when preparing for trials.

Salary Information:
- The salary for this position is $80, annually.
- The successful applicant will receive a full benefits package, including paid holidays, personal leave time, health insurance, life insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance.

Disclaimer:
The description provided reflects the essential functions of the position and should not be considered a comprehensive description of all work requirements. The work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered while performing the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The organization will not discriminate in employment practices based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.