What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant County Attorney -- Justice Court and Intake position at Atascosa County Attorney's Office?
The Assistant County Attorney provides legal representation for Atascosa County in the intake and prosecution of county court misdemeanor cases, and all prosecution of cases in the Justice Courts to include Education Code cases and violations of county regulations. Assists with prosecution of County Court and Juvenile Court proceedings as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES / FUNCTIONS:
Essential duties/functions, under the supervision of the County Attorney, may include but are not limited to the following:
· Review offense reports to determine whether the facts as alleged amount to violation of law, and if so, the proper charges to be filed. Evaluate available evidence and determine if there is sufficient credible evidence to prove the commission of the offense beyond a reasonable doubt. If it is determined that evidence is adequate, with assistance of staff, prepare and file the proper charges in the court with jurisdiction. If it is determined that evidence is insufficient, work with the appropriate law enforcement agency to obtain assemble evidence, or with concurrence of the County Attorney, dismiss the case or file charges for a lesser included offense as appropriate.
· Attend court sessions for pre-trial hearings and trials, assisting the County Attorney as required and directed. Communicate with defense attorneys to schedule hearings and trials and assist the County Attorney in negotiations with defense attorneys to achieve a satisfactory resolution of assigned cases.
· Prosecute traffic offenses and other class C misdemeanors and Education Code violations in Justice Courts.
· Work with and meet with law enforcement officers, witnesses, and others to review case files, evaluate, and assemble evidence, and prepare for hearings and trials.
· Read, research, and interpret applicable law to assist in determining strategies and evaluating probable outcomes of cases.
· Assist the County Attorney in preparing cases appeals, motions, briefs, discovery compliance and other related court documents.
· Opportunity to progress into prosecution of Class A and B misdemeanors and juvenile cases.
· Assist the County Attorney with other matters as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:
· Juris Doctor Degree
· Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and in good standing
· Must consent to and pass criminal background check and drug screening
· No prior prosecution experience required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Jourdanton, TX 78026
Salary : $95,000 - $110,000