Assistant District Attorney-Civil Division

JOB The Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney’s Office has immediate openings for an attorney in our Civil Division; salary is dependent on experience. The Civil Attorney will serve a key role in the County government by providing legal advice to elected officials and County stakeholders, while also acting on behalf of the County in various negotiations and proceedings commensurate with the job description. This attorney will also assist with CPS cases. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

• Represent The State of Texas in matters handled by the Criminal District Attorney’s Office, including CPS cases.
• Provide legal advice to elected county officials and department heads.
• Review and negotiate contracts on behalf of Lubbock County.
• Defend Civil Rights Act claims, Texas Tort Claims Act claims, inmate litigation claims, and various other civil claims asserted against Lubbock County, its elected officials, and employees.
• Assist County offices with public information requests.
• Prepare civil pleadings and discovery in state and federal trial and appellate courts.
• Review mental health commitments and appear for hearings.
• Prepare pleadings and appear for hearings in asset forfeiture cases.
• Prepare pleadings and appear for hearings in bond forfeiture matters.
• Advise the Criminal Division of the District Attorney’s Office on matters affecting them that have civil implications.
• Review reports from many different law enforcement agencies, CPS caseworkers, counselors, schools and medical facilities.
• Attend court settings and hearings.
• Correspond with law enforcement officers, victims, witnesses, judges and other attorneys.
• Prepare CPS cases for trial, gather and review evidence, locate and interview victims and witnesses, interview police officers, plan jury trials and review case law.
• Prosecute CPS trials, select juries, make opening statements, question witnesses, introduce evidence and make arguments before both judges and juries.
• Coordinate representation with outside legal counsel representing Lubbock County.
• Perform other general Civil legal work and special tasks.
• Efficiently manage a caseload in a fast-paced and rewarding work environment.
• Review and interpret both simple and complex legal issues.
• Maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and the general public.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must possess excellent research and writing skills and a strong ability to communicate and get along with others. Must possess sufficient common sense and legal skills combined to make important legal decisions on complex issues. Need to have basic computer and typing skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Daily duties require sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, and bending as well as speaking to and listening to other people. This job will be performed in the usual and customary office and courtroom settings. Minimal heavy lifting and driving duties are required. The workweek is usually 40 hours per week, but may be longer if you are preparing for trial.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: The salary range is $80,000 to $95,000, depending on experience. The successful applicant will also receive a full benefits package from Lubbock County. This includes paid holidays off, personal leave time, and other benefits in addition to health, life, dental, and vision insurance.

DISCLAIMER: The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the standard functions of this position and should not be constructed as a thorough description of all work requirements. The characteristics of the work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYER: Lubbock County will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.