Join Our Team
Employees of the District Attorney’s office are entrusted with the critical work of protecting and fighting for our community, striving for a safer place to live and providing assistance to victims of a crime. The District Attorney seeks to grow and hire a diverse team of prosecutors, paralegals, investigators, victim advocates, staff and interns to support the mission of the office. Employees are expected to maintain a high standard of integrity and professionalism, support a positive and healthy work-life balance, and encouraged to pursue personal and professional development during their career with our agency.
Employees are provided with comprehensive benefits to include:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Annual, Sick, and 10 State & Federal Holidays
- PERA Retirement with Employee Contribution at 10.92%
For more information on applying call (575) 437-3640
or email resume to Human Resources: sgann@da.state.nm.us
Actively Recruiting for the following vacancies
Deputy District Attorney
Salary Range: $104,050 – $140,700/Annually
The 12th Judicial District Attorney’s Office is seeking an in-house, dedicated and motivated Deputy District Attorney to procecute criminal and non-criminal cases in our Lincoln County office located in Carrizozo, NM. This position is ideal for an attorney who has advanced experience and thrives in a fast-paced courtroom environment.
Examples of Work Performed:
Incumbent may prosecute all cases, including high level or high-profile cases. Incumbent may possess expertise in one or more areas of criminal prosecution; leads special prosecutions assigned by the District Attorney; supervises or mentors other attorneys and/or staff. Incumbent may be required to train law enforcement, assist law enforcement at crime scenes, performs non-prosecution duties such as community outreach; participates on boards and task forces and other groups as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The career prosecutor will have extensive and current knowledge in the areas of criminal prosecution; rules of evidence and rules of criminal procedure; organization and supervision; advanced trial skills; computer skills; audio-visual and office systems; ability to work effectively with other criminal justice agencies; ability to communicate effectively; ability to research/analyze information and situations.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in an office, courtroom, community, or legislative environment. Some physical effort and travel may be required. Incumbent may be required to work under stressful situations and/or conditions.
Incumbent may be required to go to crime scenes.Pursuant to the New Mexico District Attorney’s Compensation Plan, the position of attorney is “At Will” and serves at the pleasure of the District Attorney.
Requirements: J. D. degree and licensed attorney to practice law in New Mexico plus a minimum of six (6) years of relevant prosecution experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Licensed attorney to practice law in New Mexico, plus eight (8) or more years of relevant prosecution experience.
Closing Date: Until Filled
Senior Trial Attorney
Salary Range: $100,00.00 – $127,000.00/Annually
The 12th Judicial District Attorney’s Office is seeking an in-house, dedicated and motivated Senior Trial Attorney to procecute criminal and non-criminal cases in our Lincoln County office located in Carrizozo, NM. This position is ideal for an attorney who has some advanced experience that can demonstrate the ability to progress by acquiring relevant experiance to advance thier career and thrives in a fast-paced courtroom environment.
Examples of Work Performed:
Incumbent may handle all levels of crimes. May undertake special projects such as community education projects and law enforcement training. Leads or assists in trial teams; performs other non-prosecution duties as assigned; supervises or mentors other attorneys and/or staff, performs training for staff and law enforcement; works with law enforcement at crime scenes; performs non-prosecution duties such as community outreach; participates on boards and task forces and other groups assigned; performs other related job duties; complex felony work may be under supervision.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: This position requires comprehensive and current knowledge and skills in the areas of criminal prosecution, rules of evidence and rules of criminal procedure; public relations; organization and supervision; basic computer skills including working knowledge of office systems; fully effective trial skills; ability to draft legal documents; ability to work effectively with other criminal agencies; ability to communicate effectively; ability to research/analyze information and situations. Works independently with minimal consultation with supervisors (except for higher profile or complex cases).
Significant prosecutorial discretion on cases within assigned case load.
Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office, courtroom, community, or legislative environment. Some physical effort and travel may be required. Incumbent may be required to work under stressful situations and/or conditions. Incumbent may be required to go to crime scenes. Pursuant to the New Mexico District Attorney’s Compensation Plan, the position of attorney is “At Will” and serves at the pleasure of the District Attorney.
Requirements: J. D. degree and licensed attorney to practice law in New Mexico plus a minimum of four (4) years as a practicing attorney in criminal law or three (3) years as a prosecuting attorney.
Preferred Qualifications: Five (5) to seven (7) years or more of relevant prosecution experience.
Closing Date: Until Filled
Assistant Trial Attorney – Magistrate Court Division
Salary Range: $90,000/Annually
We are seeking an in-house, dedicated and motivated Assistant District Attorney to join our team and manage the Otero County Magistrate Division II docket. This position is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a fast-paced courtroom environment and is eager to gain substantial prosecutorial and trial experience. You will handle all aspects of criminal prosecution within the Magistrate Court, including case review, charging decisions, plea negotiations, motion practice, and regular court appearances. This position provides the opportunity to participate in jury trials frequently, allowing for the development of strong trial and courtroom advocacy skills.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: This position requires basic knowledge and skills in the areas of criminal prosecution, rules of evidence and rules of criminal procedure; public relations; organization; basic computer skills; ability to draft legal documents; ability to work effectively with other criminal justice agencies; ability to communicate effectively; ability to research and analyze information and situations. This position works independently and makes decisions within guidelines which include decisions to dismiss, proceed to trial or negotiate plea agreements. Seeks guidance from assigned supervisor and/or higher-level attorneys.
Working Conditions: Work is performed in office and courtroom environments. Physical effort and travel may be required. Incumbent may be required to work under stressful situations and/or conditions. Incumbent may be required to go to crime scenes.
Requirements: J. D. degree and current license to practice law in New Mexico.
Preferred Qualifications: Legal experience totaling up to at least one (1) year.
Closing Date: Until Filled