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
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Did you graduate from an accredited school of law?
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Do you have at least one ( 1 ) year of work experience in the area of law?
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Are you a current member of the State Bar of Texas?
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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.
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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