Prosecutor

Carrollton Texas • Carrollton, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, the Assistant City Attorney I performs legal research, investigates claims, complaints, and lawsuits made against or on behalf of the City, and prosecutes violators of City ordinances. The position works from broad goals and policies and participates in criminal and civil litigation, municipal court matters, and other legal work for the City. The role also prepares legal documents, provides legal advice in meetings, and responds to citizen inquiries with a legal component.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate.
• 2–5 years of City government or political subdivision experience.
• 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; writing and analyzing legal documents and instruments; maintaining sensitive and confidential information; prioritizing and managing multiple projects; operating a computer and related software; and communicating effectively with a variety of individuals.
• Must 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 assess 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 involving legal matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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