Prosecutor IV

Summary Under general direction, is responsible for preparation of all aspects relating to criminal felony cases and or appeals; advises trial prosecutors.
Position is excluded from Civil Service This position is assigned to magistration at the Justice Intake & Assessment Annex (JIAA) and operates overnight from 11 p.
m.
until 7 a.
m.
, Sunday through Thursday.
Duties and Responsibilities Reviews more complex criminal or child protection cases or appeals for factual and legal sufficiency, requests investigations, and drafts the required documents for legal disposition Represents the State of Texas in criminal, juvenile, and civil cases, before judges and juries, and litigates appeals Advises trial prosecutors with case strategies, evidentiary strength assessment, and legal research information Contacts and/or interviews victims, witnesses, defense attorneys, investigators, experts, and law enforcement personnel regarding restitution, plea bargains, punishment issues, and to prepare for trial Researches statutes and case law issues and performs computer assisted research regarding criminal histories and case status Organizes pre-hearing and trial dockets requiring witness appearance coordination and negotiating plea bargains Uses basic and advance software and programs utilized to manage caseloads and related information Dictates, edits, and updates legal documents prepared by the clerical and paralegal staff Maintains responsibility for discovery compliance Maintains responsibility for Court operations in the absence of the Prosecutor V Supervises Prosecutor IIIs, Misdemeanor Prosecutors, Paralegals, Advocates and Interns, and office support staff when required If assigned to the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Division: prepares and prosecutors child protection cases; reviews requests for removals and other legal actions, including after hours; and prepares DFPS related Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Trainings Performs related duties as required Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctorate of Jurisprudence and four (4) years prosecution experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and must be licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.
Depending on the assignment, considerable knowledge of criminal prosecution or civil procedures and techniques; ability to maintain the highest ethical and professional standards expected of an attorney representing the State of Texas.
Skill in plea bargaining and negotiation; skill in organizing and presenting facts and supporting logic; skill to ascertain factual information from conflicting or purposely inaccurate data; skill to communicate effectively with hostile, abusive or irrational individuals; skill to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to supervise employees to create and maintain an effective team environment; ability to establish and maintain professional, effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, attorneys, law enforcement officers, DFPS staff, and the public in routine and highly stressful situations; ability to develop effective and persuasive oral and written advocacy skills and assist other in achieving the same; ability to operate personal computer and basic office equipment, develop proficiency in basic and advance software and programs utilized to manage caseloads and related information.
Must have valid Texas driver’s license, motor vehicle liability insurance and personal injury insurance; or have a self-reliant source of transportation to conduct business daily.
Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance.
Must clear a pre-employment physical May be required to work more than 40 hours during the work week.
Working Environment and Physical Demands: Generally working indoors or in an office environment Occasionally moves items weighing up to 10 pounds Occasionally moves about the office Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information Generally, operates a computer and other office productivity machinery and software Positions self to perform essential functions Must be able to remain in a stationary position Supplemental Information Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday.
Phone: 210-335-2545.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.