OAG - Criminal Prosecutions | Assistant Attorney General IV-V | 25-0761 | REVISED 08/21/2025

ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS • Austin, TX • 7h ago

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REVISED 08/21/2025 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Criminal Prosecutions division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an Assistant Attorney General. Work involves trying and pleading cases, interpreting law, and providing assistance to local prosecutors and law enforcement entities. Represents the States interest in criminal matters. The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the States law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas. ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS Assistant Attorney General IV: Prepares cases for trial; represents the States interest in criminal prosecution; prepares or supervises the preparation of legal opinions, briefs, pleadings, motions, petitions and other legal documents Handles all phases of criminal prosecution from investigation through trial and appellate process; provides assistance to local prosecutors or law enforcement entities; analyzes complex factual and legal issues and develops evidence through witness interviews, depositions and other discovery Performs legal research and reports findings and conclusions; handles complex and sensitive grand jury investigations and presentations; trains or assists in training less experienced staff Performs related work as assigned Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity Assistant Attorney General V All of the above functions for an AAG IV, PLUS: Drafting bills and amendments for legislative consideration May supervise the work of others Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Assistant Attorney General IV: Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D. Experience: Three years of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: licensed attorney handling criminal prosecutions Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date. Knowledge of law and legal principles and practices relevant to the prosecution of criminal cases Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines Skill in effective oral and written communication Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment Ability to provide excellent customer service Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave) Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA Ability to lift andrelocate 30 lbs. Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 60% Assistant Attorney General (AAG) V All of the above qualifications for an AAG IV, PLUS: Experience: One additional year full-time experience as a licensed attorney in prosecution of criminal cases PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: in prosecuting violent crimes, major offender cases, murder, capital murder death penalty, child abuse, white collar crimes and/or public integrity offenses. Certifications: Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas State Board of Legal Specialization TO APPLY To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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