Prosecutor

About the role

Under general direction, is responsible for performing legal research, investigating claims, complaints, and lawsuits made against and/or on behalf of the City and prosecuting violators of City ordinances. Work is performed with general direction, working from broad goals and policies.

Responsibilities

• Participate in criminal and civil litigation activities and proceedings, which includes: preparing dockets, anticipating defense, presenting evidence, asking appropriate questions, developing case theory, drafting pleadings, completing discovery, and/or performing other related activities.
• Consult with City employees, victims, witnesses, and/or other interested parties on municipal court matters.
• Conduct a variety of legal research, analysis, and document preparation related to cases, statutes, records, and related information to determine applicable arguments and potential case outcomes.
• Draft a variety of legal documents, including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, agreements, and/or other legal documents.
• Participate in a variety of meetings to provide legal advice and receive and convey information.
• Respond to and resolves citizen inquiries that have a legal component.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Knowledge of municipal government operations
• Knowledge of applicable municipal, State, and Federal laws
• Knowledge of criminal law principles
• Knowledge of State and municipal ordinance prosecution principles
• Knowledge of court methods and procedures
• Knowledge of legal theory
• Knowledge of legal terminology
• Knowledge of trial techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of rules of evidence
• Skilled in preparing written opinions
• Skilled in writing briefs
• Skilled in strategically applying legal rules in court
• Skilled in prosecuting cases in courts
• Skilled in writing legal documents
• Skilled in analyzing legal documents and instruments
• Skilled in maintaining sensitive and confidential information
• Skilled in prioritizing, organizing, and managing multiple projects
• Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications
• Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate
• 2-5 years of City government (political subdivision) experience
• Requires a License from the Texas State Bar

Working Conditions

• Frequent reaching, sitting, talking, seeing, hearing, and manual dexterity
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds
• Work is typically performed in a standard office environment
• Occasional exposure to criminal suspects and prison inmates

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass pre-employment drug test
• Must pass criminal history check
• Must pass motor vehicle records check