Prosecutor

City of Carrollton • Carrollton, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, the Assistant City Attorney I performs legal research, investigates claims, complaints, and lawsuits made against and/or on behalf of the City, and prosecutes violators of City ordinances. The role works from broad goals and policies and participates in criminal and civil litigation, municipal court matters, legal research and analysis, and preparation of legal documents. The position also provides legal advice, participates in meetings, and responds to citizen inquiries with a legal component. The role has no supervisory or budget responsibilities.

Work is typically performed in a standard office environment, with occasional exposure to criminal suspects and prison inmates. Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment drug test, criminal history check, and motor vehicle records check.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate.
• 2–5 years of experience in City government or a political subdivision.
• License from the Texas State Bar.
• Knowledge of municipal government operations; applicable municipal, State, and Federal laws; criminal law principles; State and municipal ordinance prosecution principles; court methods and procedures; legal theory and terminology; trial techniques and procedures; and rules of evidence.
• Skill in preparing written opinions and briefs; applying legal rules strategically in court; prosecuting cases in courts; writing and analyzing legal documents and instruments; maintaining sensitive and confidential information; prioritizing, organizing, and managing multiple projects; operating a computer and related software; and communicating effectively with a variety of individuals.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test, criminal history check, and motor vehicle records check.

Responsibilities

• Participate in criminal and civil litigation activities and proceedings, including preparing dockets, anticipating defense, presenting evidence, asking appropriate questions, developing case theory, drafting pleadings, and completing discovery.
• Consult with City employees, victims, witnesses, and other interested parties on municipal court matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis, and prepare documents related to cases, statutes, records, and other information to determine applicable arguments and potential case outcomes.
• Draft ordinances, resolutions, contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Participate in meetings to provide legal advice and receive and convey information.
• Respond to and resolve citizen inquiries that have a legal component.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree