Salary Confidential
Position range in Grayson County $73k
- $146k Per Year Assistant District Attorney
- Civil Division
- Grayson County
Texas Association of Counties
Occupation:
Lawyers
Location:
SHERMAN, TX
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment
Posted:
06/03/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
06/06/2026
Expires:
09/08/2026
Job #: 17022530
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite
Full Time Education
Doctorate Degree Experience
12 Month(s) DL
Required Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Public Transit
Available Benefits Help for .
Position:
Assistant District Attorney
Date Posted:
June 3, 2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Department:
Criminal District Attorneys Office
Minimum Salary:
Salary will depend upon the experience of the applicant. However, the potential salary is extremely competitive for counties of similar size.
Duties:
Assist the Criminal District Attorney by advising and providing legal counsel to the Grayson County Commissioners Court and other Grayson County offices, and by corresponding and collaborating with other legal counsels related to litigation and matters involving the Grayson County Commissioners Court;
Advise and assist ADAs and office staff in all current civil legal matters; and serve as a legal resource for the Grayson County Judge, Grayson County Commissioners Court, Grayson County department heads and staff on administrative matters and all current civil legal matters including but not limited to employment law, election law, county government, civil litigation, Public Information Act, real estate transactions, health and safety matters, economic development, tax law, contract law, etc.;
Participate in development, planning and implementation of legal programs, policies and objectives for Grayson County including those pertaining to variety of civil matters including: civil rights, civil liability matters, administrative matters, public security and emergency management, technology issues and date storage and sharing issues, and employment matters;
Perform research, review and analysis for all legal matters assigned to civil division. Monitor the progress of civil cases filed and prepare all court documents including drafting motions, responses, and briefs. Prepare all civil cases for hearing by subpoenaing and preparing witnesses, organizing evidence, conduct in court examination, handling all negotiations with other counsel or entities in civil matters assigned;
Represent the State and Grayson County in all bond forfeitures in County and District Court and sit as designee on and act as general counsel for the Grayson County Bail Bond Board;
Respond to open records requests and request Attorney General rulings when required;
Represent the State, Grayson County, and private citizens in applying for Emergency Orders of Detention and Orders of Protective Custody in mental health cases; work with the local mental health authority to ensure defendants and arrestees receive mental health treatment and services; and prepare for and represent the State on all mental health commitment hearings;
Perform other duties as assigned by Criminal District Attorney.
Qualifications:
Law school graduate and licensed to practice law by the Texas State Bar
Strong research and writing skills
State and Federal Civil Litigation experience
Prior experience representing governmental entities preferred
Qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews. Interviews are conducted in Sherman, Texas and/or via
Zoom Requirements:
Must pass criminal background investigation and preemployment drug screen.
Benefits:
Excellent benefits including employer paid health insurance, vacation leave, sick leave, paid holidays, and retirement.
