Assistant District Attorney
Job Description
The Assistant District Attorney is responsible for managing satellite offices with little daily oversight. The attorney will prosecute all crimes varying in severity from traffic citations, drug crimes, violent crimes of all types, misdemeanor and felony crimes alike. The attorney will be responsible for filing, prosecuting, and representing the State in facets of the criminal case in Murray County and occasional traffic to the other counties. The attorney may advise county officials as requested and will handle all juvenile cases including deprived and delinquent. The attorney will work closely with other attorneys, staff, partner agencies, law enforcement, defense attorneys and the bench.
Minimum Requirements
- Prior prosecution experience is preferred but not required.
- 1 + years of legal experience.
- Strong writing and research skills.
- Able to effectively communicate.
- Pass a fingerprint and background check and have no criminal history.
Education and Experience
- Juris Doctorate from accredited law school.
- Admitted to and good standing with Oklahoma Bar Association.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and references and writing sample to the following: Cassie Hightower
107 1st Ave. SW, Ardmore, OK 73401
or email cassie.hightower@dac.state.ok.us.
Benefits
- Full State of Oklahoma benefits, including generous monthly allowance for health coverage, paid sick and vacation leave earned monthly.
- Paid holidays.
Salary
Commensurate With Experience and Qualifications.