Position Description
The Assistant District Attorney - Intake Probable Cause (PC) Chief position will be responsible for preparing the cases for presentation to the Magistrate.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Ensures cases are plead and enhanced correctly* Prepares and completes MOEPs when necessary* Reviews and ensures all bond recommendations are correct prior to them being presented to the Magistrate* Responsible for the file when it goes before the Magistrate* Reviews the work product of subordinate attorneys and provides them with feedback direction and instruction
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ********
Requirements
Education and Experience:
* Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree* License to practice law in the State of Texas, with no disciplinary history and in good standing with the Texas State Bar* Three (3) years of experience practicing criminal law
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Proficient in writing search and arrest warrants, and in drafting Grand Jury subpoena requests* Working knowledge of the criminal court system* Ability to review subordinates work product for accuracy and completion* Possess strong written and verbal communication skills* Proficient using Microsoft software programs
NOTE: To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history. Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume to qualify and refer you to the Hiring Department for consideration.
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
* Regular Full-time* Shift Work | 4:00 P.M. - 12:00 A.M.* Will be required to work nights, weekends, rotating holidays, and during weather events
Salary:
* Depends on Qualifications* Based on 26 Pay Periods
Please download, complete, and upload the Harris County District Attorney's Office Background Waver to your application.
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Documents/BackgroundCheckReleaseandWavier.pdf
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date.
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:
* Medical Coverage* Dental Coverage* Vision Coverage* Wellness Plan* Life Insurance* Long-term disability* Employee Assistance Program* Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service* Accrual rates increase based on years of service
* Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday* Professional development opportunities* Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan* Healthcare Reimbursement Account* 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
* Retirement Pension (TCDRS)* Flexible schedule (varies by department)* Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
https://benefitsathctx.com/
01
Do you have a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school?
* Yes* No
02
Please provide the name and location of the law school you attended and date of graduation. If you do not have a Law degree, please type "None" in the space provided.
03
Are you a member of the State Bar of Texas?
* Yes* No
04
If you are a member of the State Bar of Texas, please indicate jurisdiction(s) and date(s) of admission. If you do not possess a current license to practice law with the State Bar of Texas, please type "None" in the space provided.
05
Which of the following best describes your paid experience in practicing criminal law? To qualify, the required years of experience must be clearly documented on your application's employment history. DO NOT use "See Resume", resumes are not used for qualifications.
* Less than three years* Three years, but less than four* Four years, but less than five* Five years, but less than six* Six or more years* I don't have experience in this area
06
Please describe your paid experience and the type of work you performed in practicing criminal law. If you do not have this experience, type "none" in the space provided.
07
Do you have any of the following certifications?
* Board Certification in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization* Board Certification in Juvenile Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization* None of the above
08
This is a shift position, if hired, working hours will be from 4:00 pm to 12:00 am. Are you willing to work the hours assigned?
* Yes, I understand my shift will be 4:00 pm to 12:00 am.* No, this shift will not work for me
Required Question
Agency Harris County
Address 1111 Fannin St
Ste. 600
Houston, Texas, 77002
Phone ********
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx
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