Assistant District Attorney II, G124, District Attorney

Assistant District Attorney II, G124, District Attorney

Salary

$85,488.00 Annually

Location

1110 Victoria Ste. 401 Laredo, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

FY25-00083

Department

District Attorney

Opening Date

11/25/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Revised: 6/16/2026

This position is responsible for the prosecution of criminal cases.

Major Duties

• Intakes misdemeanor or felony cases; determines if evidence warrants criminal charges; confers with police departments to review search warrants and affidavits; reads offense reports and witness statements; prepares charge instruments.
• Prepares criminal cases for trial; locates and interviews witnesses and victims; gathers and reviews evidence; visits crime scenes; plans jury trials; reviews pertinent case law; creates visual aids; interviews police officers.
• Represents the state in criminal trials; picks juries, makes opening statements, questions witnesses, introduces evidence, argues before a judge and jury, and delivers closing arguments.
• Reviews criminal cases for appropriate disposition; presents cases to Grand Jury; prepares indictments; recommends bonds.
• Represents the state in motion hearings.
• Participates in community outreach activities and represents the office to civic organizations.
• Coordinates with community supervision officers about the appropriate terms and conditions of probation, the progress of probationers, and issues in regard to revocation, modification, or adjudication of probation.
• Participates in external training activities.
• May be designated as Border Prosecutor or given other special assignments.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal law.
• Knowledge of investigative tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of trail proceedings.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in the completion of legal research.
• Skill in producing persuasive legal arguments.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in training and supervising personnel.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of law.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position. Minimum of one ( 1 ) year of work experience in the area of law, preferred.
• Current membership in the State Bar of Texas or eligible for a temporary bar card while awaiting bar results.

Supplemental Information

Complexity/Scope of Work

• The work consists of varied duties in the prosecution of criminal cases. The variety of tasks to be performed contributes to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to participate in the prosecution of criminal cases. Success in this position contributes to the successful prosecution of criminal cases.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Occasionally

• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions.
• Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.
• Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.

Constantly

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Other Requirements/Information

• Must possess a valid and current Texas Drivers License or a Texas Identification card.
• The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
• This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, all other Webb County policies apply.

Valid Texas Drivers License or Texas Identification Card*

• If the applicant holds an out-of-state Drivers License or Identification card, a State of Texas Drivers License or Texas Identification Card must be obtained prior to employment.

Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees.

Please visit the Risk Management website for more details.

https://www.webbcountytx.gov/RiskManagement/EmployeeBenefits/

The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Wellness Program

• Life Insurance

• Ancillary products

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Employee Clinic*

• Vacation and sick leave

• Accrual rates increase based on years of service

• Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays

• Retirement benefits (TCDRS)

• Available to ALL employees

Available to Permanent Part-Time employees

01

Did you graduate from an accredited school of law?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least one ( 1 ) year of work experience in the area of law?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a current member of the State Bar of Texas?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a valid and current Texas drivers license?

• Yes, I have a valid and current Texas drivers license.
• Yes, I have a valid and current out-of-state drivers license.
• No, I do not have a valid or current Texas drivers license.

05

Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable)

• Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire.
• No, I would not be able to provide required documentation.

Required Question

Employer Webb County (TX)

Address 1110 Washington Street

Suite 204

Laredo, Texas, 78040