Special Victims Unit Section Chief

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The Galveston County District Attorney’s Office is currently hiring purpose-driven practitioners ready to serve the citizens of Galveston County. This position requires graduation from an accredited Law School and admission to the practice of law in the State of Texas. As a candidate for Special Victims Unit Section Chief, five years of experience in the practice of law, litigation, jury trials, or closely related experience is also required.

WHO WE ARE

The Galveston County Criminal District Attorney's Office represents the State of Texas in all criminal cases that arise in Galveston County. We are a mid-sized office located on Galveston Island. Led by District Attorney Kenneth Cusick, we are committed to enforcing the law, protecting the public, and upholding the rights of crime victims.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?

We want candidates with integrity who show sound judgment, are guided by the truth, and are passionate about public service. We want candidates with excellent communication skills who are receptive to mentoring and training and who seek to develop and gain experience in oral and written advocacy. We want adaptable candidates who are ready to serve a large and diverse population in Galveston County.

YOUR DUTIES

As a Galveston County Assistant District Attorney, Special Victims Unit Section Chief, you will represent the State of Texas and the citizens of Galveston County in criminal proceedings in the District and County Courts of the County. On a daily basis you will be expected to:

• Work as a team player in a collaborative environment
• Supervise, train, and evaluate subordinate prosecutor(s)
• Interact and consult with Law Enforcement Officers at various stages from a suspect’s arrest through the disposition of the case
• Interview and assist victims and witnesses of crime through all stages of a case
• Communicate and negotiate effectively and professionally with the defense bar
• Evaluate cases to determine what outcome is necessary to achieve justice, which may include a plea agreement, diversion, dismissal, or trial
• Maintains Felony docket of criminal cases involving child abuse, including homicides, injuries, or neglect of children, sexual assaults, and indecencies.
• Prepare cases for contested matters, including jury trials
• Present evidence and advocate to a jury or trier of fact
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to review pending child abuse investigations
• Grow professionally as an attorney from in-house and formal training, mentoring from supervisors and other experienced attorneys, and the experience you will develop as a prosecutor from the contested hearings and trials you will litigate.

OUR COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary for a Special Victims Unit Section Chief-level prosecutor starts at $135,000 based on experience level and assignment. Opportunities for supplemental pay are available to all attorneys.

Galveston County offers full-time employees a comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as a defined retirement plan. You can learn more about our competitive benefits here: https://www.galvestoncountytx.gov/county-offices/human-resources/cscd-employment

The County of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.