NEOGOV · 1 month ago
COUNTY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE - SENIOR TRIAL ATTORNEY (CRIMINAL UNIT)
79901, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$91K/yr - $127K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Senior Trial Attorney for the County Attorney's Office. The role involves providing complex general counsel, prosecuting criminal and civil cases, and representing various County Offices and staff in legal matters.
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Responsibilities
Reviews case facts for legal sufficiency, drafts motion statements and prepares required legal documents
Researches statutes and case law issues and revises legal documents to reflect new legislation
Examines video, file and physical case evidence
Confers with attorneys regarding case information and pleadings, law enforcement agencies regarding case investigation and trial preparation, and witnesses regarding case preparation and testimony
Edits legal documents prepared by support staff
Responsible for litigating routine to complex hearings, trials and appeals
Prepares and presents oral arguments for routine to complex cases
Frequent handling of confidential legal information and documents
Attends and participates in meetings, training and information sessions
Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field
Substitutes, if assigned, during temporary absences by performing delegated duties sufficient to maintain continuity of normal operations
Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; and
Creates a high-quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills
Represents the State of Texas in the prosecution of misdemeanor level crimes or civil violations for illegal dumping, clean air and water violations, deceptive business practice and hot checks
Prosecutes juvenile delinquency matters
May prosecute bond forfeitures and represents the State in expunction proceedings
Provides legal representation to obtain protective orders for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking/harassment
Provides representation in child protective services cases and elder abuse, as well as mental health proceedings
Provides general counsel services on a wide variety of civil matters including contract review, issuance of opinions, advising with respect to open government requirements
May review, analyze and draft legislation, policies and procedures
Attends and assists at the meetings of the Commissioners Court as well as numerous county boards and entities
Provides representation to the County and its officials and employees in civil litigation brought against the County in both federal and state courts. interpretation and enforcement of land use regulations; and
Provides representation to the Hospital District and affiliated non-profit entities. Attends and assists at the meetings of the governing boards for respective affiliates
Qualification
Required
Doctor of Jurisprudence and a minimum of three (3) years of criminal and/or civil experience
Must have and maintain a license to practice law in the State of Texas and be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
In order to access the County's network and systems, a personal mobile smart device is required by the hire start date
Depending on area assigned: Must have or obtain by date of hire a valid driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso
Knowledge of: County, state, and federal legal principles, practices, procedures regarding the court system; state and local statutes and codes; case law; rules of evidence; contract terminology and requirements; legal practices and procedures; legal terminology; department policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment; County organization, operations, policies and procedures; English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling; techniques for effective interpersonal communications; modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment to include Windows and Microsoft based products
Skill/Ability to: may require strong written advocacy skills and/or experience depending on placement needed within the office; possesses advanced litigation and prosecutorial skills, or equivalent specialized prosecutorial skills; operate a personal computer and various software applications; conduct research, develop appropriate documentation, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands to meet scheduled requirements; establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers and customers to promote and support a productive work environment; defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts and drawing valid conclusions work efficiently independently and in a team environment to meet established goals and objectives; communicate effectively in verbal and written forms to respond effectively to customers and staff; exercise initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines in performance of daily duties; use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines; prepare clear, concise and comprehensive written reports; and establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work
Pass a background investigation
Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance
Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment
Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner
Maintain strict confidentiality
Project positive support of their department and all organizations receiving El Paso County service at all times
Maintain and enhance the County's commitment to customer service excellence
Benefits
HOLIDAYS: 16 holidays per year as recognized.
VACATION: Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry-over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part-time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full-time employees. 10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service), 15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service), 20 days (15 years of service or over).
SICK LEAVE: Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 15 days of sick leave per year.
MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES: Military Leave – 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service; Bereavement Leave – 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family members and 4 hours for other family members and friends.
MEDICAL HEALTH BENEFITS: Plan Costs – Biweekly Rates. Effective January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026. Medical Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP). No Discounts: EE Only $5.34, EE & Spouse $145.30, EE & Children $101.93, EE & Family $200.09.
RETIREMENT: Retirement benefits are provided by the Texas County and District Retirement Fund (TCDRS). Regular employees become a member of TCDRS upon hire. All regular employees are required to contribute 7% to the retirement fund and the County matches 250% upon eligible retirements.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program.
LIFE INSURANCE: Full-time County employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $10,000 life insurance at no cost. Supplemental coverage is available for additional fees.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY: The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period above 90 days.
SHORT-TERM DISABILITY: The Short-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period shorter than 90 days.
RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE: Employees who retire from the County are eligible to continue Health Insurance at the rate set by the El Paso County Risk Pool Board.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of counseling services.
SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM: The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REIMBURSEMENT: Reimbursement of $15 per month for 6 months of continuous gym usage.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EdAP): Reimbursement up to $2000 per calendar year for eligible education expenses.
EMPLOYEE FITNESS AND WELLNESS CENTER: The Employee Fitness and Wellness Center opened in October 2021 at the County Courthouse. The cost is $5 per employee per month.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
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