What are the responsibilities and job description for the Misdemeanor Prosecutor position at Bexar County?
JOB
Under direction, is responsible for determining case or appeal merit; ascertains facts; develops case plan; represents the State in legal actions; and performs related duties as required. This position is not covered under Bexar County Civil Service; Full-Time Regular and Full-Time Grant Funded Positions Available
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Reviews cases or appeals for legal and factual sufficiency, requests investigations and drafts the required documents for legal disposition Examines evidence including videos, photographs, documents, and records for use in trial Prosecutes juvenile and adult criminal cases and litigates appeals Contacts and/or interviews victims, witnesses, defense attorneys, investigators and law enforcement personnel regarding restitution, plea bargains and punishment issues Researches statutes and case law issues Performs computer assisted research regarding criminal histories and case status Regularly appears in court on behalf of the State of Texas in contested matters, before judges and juries Organizes pre-hearing and trial dockets requiring witness appearance coordination and negotiating plea bargains Dictates, edits, and updates legal documents prepared by the clerical and paralegal staff May supervise Advocates, Interns, and office support staff Performs related duties, as required
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.
Under direction, is responsible for determining case or appeal merit; ascertains facts; develops case plan; represents the State in legal actions; and performs related duties as required. This position is not covered under Bexar County Civil Service; Full-Time Regular and Full-Time Grant Funded Positions Available
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Reviews cases or appeals for legal and factual sufficiency, requests investigations and drafts the required documents for legal disposition Examines evidence including videos, photographs, documents, and records for use in trial Prosecutes juvenile and adult criminal cases and litigates appeals Contacts and/or interviews victims, witnesses, defense attorneys, investigators and law enforcement personnel regarding restitution, plea bargains and punishment issues Researches statutes and case law issues Performs computer assisted research regarding criminal histories and case status Regularly appears in court on behalf of the State of Texas in contested matters, before judges and juries Organizes pre-hearing and trial dockets requiring witness appearance coordination and negotiating plea bargains Dictates, edits, and updates legal documents prepared by the clerical and paralegal staff May supervise Advocates, Interns, and office support staff Performs related duties, as required
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.
