District Staff Attorney - District Attorney's Office

District Staff Attorney - District Attorney's Office page is loaded## District Staff Attorney - District Attorney's Officelocations: Belton - Justice Complextime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR12565Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team. **Job Description**:**The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.*** Drafts complaints and indictments;* Screens cases submitted by law enforcement, evaluates and reviews evidence, reports, and recordings; determines appropriate criminal charges; advises law enforcement and investigators when further investigation is needed;* Represents the State in District Court for hearings and trials; determines appropriate sentence recommendations;* Reads and researches case law;* Complies with discovery requirements;* Handles assigned cases through disposition, with the support of a separate appellate division;* Represents the State in probation revocation hearings;* Performs related work as required.**Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:**Requires graduation from an accredited Law School and admitted to the practice of law in the State of Texas supplemented by two (2) years of litigation experience.## **Physical Demands:*** Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.## **Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):*** None.## **Special Certifications and Licenses:*** Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.* Requires a license to practice law in the State of Texas.* Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.## **Bell County District Attorney's Office**We are looking for felony prosecutors with all levels of experience. Prosecutors in our office are responsible for intake evaluation, grand jury preparation, and prosecution through trial of assigned cases. In our office, you will have the opportunity to work with a group of career prosecutors and manage your own docket with all levels of felonies.We are looking for prosecutors who enjoy working with a team and having the freedom to make decisions in the handling of their case load. Our office provides the resources for you to succeed, with benefits including your yearly CLE, state bar dues and membership to both TDCAA and NDAA.We prefer a prosecutor with a minimum of two years felony experience as a prosecutor, or equivalent. Like all offices, you need to be licensed by the State of Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.Bell County is a growing county, located an hour north of Austin on the I35 corridor, with two beautiful lakes, good school districts, and big city amenities with a small-town feel. If you are looking for a change and want to work in an environment that is both challenging and permits working with fellow experienced prosecutors, help us grow our team as our county continues to grow.* Salary range between $112,237 to $121,489, based upon experience and qualifications.## **Additional Recruiting Instructions**Bell County reserves the right to close or extend any job posting at any time, regardless of the job posting closing date listed.**Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance**Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.Additional Qualifications:**Proposed Compensation:**$97,709.00 - $114,482.00**Additional Recruiting Instruction:**Bell County reserves the right to close or extend any job posting at any time, regardless of the posted closing date.Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy located at the Historic Courthouse, 3rd Floor, in downtown Belton.locations: Belton - Justice Complextime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago #J-18808-Ljbffr