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Bastrop

Police Detective

Bastrop, TX · On-site

$33.03/hr

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Police Department Opening Date: 11/04/2025 If you are interested in joining an honorable and noble ... Prepares case files, reports, and evidence for submittal to the Bastrop County District Attorney ...

City of Bastrop (TX)

Police Detective

Bastrop, TX · On-site

$33.03/hr

The City of Bastrop Police Department is a cohesive, collaborative team of professionals dedicated ... Prepares case files, reports, and evidence for submittal to the Bastrop County District Attorney ...

McLennan County

ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY II

Waco, TX · On-site

$87K - $105K/yr

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CRIMINAL DISTRICT ATTORNEY Opening Date: 08/11/2026 Closing Date: 9/12/2026 5:00 PM Central FLSA ... Counsels with clients, victims, or police concerning proceedings in court or related forums

McLennan County

ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY I

Waco, TX · On-site

$69K - $82K/yr

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CRIMINAL DISTRICT ATTORNEY Opening Date: 08/11/2026 Closing Date: 8/16/2026 5:00 PM Central FLSA ... Counsels with clients, victims, or police concerning proceedings in court or related forums

6337

Police Officer, University Police

Dallas, TX

$74K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Why UT Southwestern Police Department? The UT Southwestern Medical Center Police Department is a ... Confers with prosecuting attorneys, preserves evidence and maintains confidential information.

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How much do police attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for police attorney in Texas is $100,768.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $121,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a police attorney?

Police Attorneys regularly advise law enforcement agencies on legal matters, review investigative reports, and prepare legal documents such as warrants, subpoenas, and briefs. They represent the police department in court proceedings and administrative hearings, ensuring all actions comply with relevant statutes and constitutional requirements. The role also involves providing training to officers on legal updates and conducting legal research to support ongoing cases. Collaboration with detectives, prosecutors, and public officials is common, fostering a dynamic and often fast-paced work environment.

What is a police attorney?

A Police Attorney is a legal professional who provides legal counsel to law enforcement agencies. They assist with criminal prosecutions, review arrest procedures, ensure compliance with laws, and defend officers in legal matters. They may also help draft policies, handle civil lawsuits, and provide training on legal issues affecting police work. Their role ensures that law enforcement actions align with legal and constitutional standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the police attorney position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Police Attorney, you need a Juris Doctorate, a valid state bar license, and strong knowledge of criminal law, police procedures, and constitutional rights. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, as well as case management systems, is often required. Excellent negotiation, analytical thinking, and clear communication are crucial for managing complex cases and interacting with law enforcement and community members. These skills are essential to effectively represent police departments, ensure legal compliance, and uphold justice in a dynamic environment.

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Infographic showing various Police Attorney job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $100,768 per year, or $48.4 per hour.

Attorney II (Police Legal Advisor)

City of Amarillo Texas

Amarillo, TX • On-site

$93K - $114K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

City Of Amarillo rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

451st of 846 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

SALARY: $93,500-$114,688 DOQ
SUMMARY:
Self-initiating attorney works with little direct supervision to provide a wide range of high level professional legal services to the city departments of: police, airport police, fire, fire marshal, and animal management and welfare. This Attorney-II position offices in the police headquarters and has no formal oversight over any employee, but is expected to mentor inexperienced Attorney-I as the need arises.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Be the primary point of contact in the Legal Department for services to assigned departments.
  • Advise and consult with city officials and employees on legal matters pertinent to their duties, internal investigations, and interpretation of city policies, ordinances, and other laws.
  • Maintain 24-hour communications availability with the Police Department by phone.
  • Conduct legal research and, as needed prepare or review legal documents of various kinds.
  • Plan and conduct training & updates for personnel on pertinent legal matters (civil rights, tort liability, due process, etc.), including new legislation and recent court & A.G. opinions.
  • Recommend to the city attorney and draft ordinances or amendments. Review and monitor policies and procedures of each department for legal compliance.
  • Respond to critical incidents on SWAT call out, police involved shooting and city fleet or industrial accidents involving serious bodily injury, death, or uncommon property damage.
  • Assist departments with unusual or complicated open records requests, including requesting AG opinions as needed.
  • Represent the City before all federal, state, municipal courts, regulatory agencies, and in other forums as necessary. This includes but is not limited to nuisance abatement, third party discovery & subpoena issues, and expungement proceedings.
  • Provide prosecution services in municipal court in absence or unavailability of prosecutors.
  • Seek positive liaison relationship with Potter and Randall county prosecutors.
  • Serve as an alternate Legal representative in the city's emergency operations center, as needed.
  • Participates in continuing legal education programs and seminars to maintain skills and licensure.
  • Other duties as assigned by the City Attorney or Deputy City Attorney.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Noise level is usually a normal office environment, but does require some field work in a highly variable environment. Employee may occasionally be exposed to hazards associated with law enforcement, violent persons, and inclement weather. Specifically, Employee is: constantly required to hear human conversation, see, read, write. Frequently required to sit, stand, talk, walk, drive a motor vehicle. Occasionally to reach, lift up to 25 pounds. Rarely to smell, run.
Education Training, Experience, and Licenses/Certifications/Registrations Required:
REQUIRED: (a) Valid Texas law license in good standing; and (b) a Texas drivers license in good standing and with acceptable driving record; and, (c) No disqualifying criminal or law license disciplinary history. (d) Able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally; (e) Minimum five years experience as a practicing attorney.
PREFERRED: (a) Considerable knowledge of state and federal statutes relating to municipal affairs, including but not limited to: Texas Public Information Act; Texas Tort Claims Act; Texas criminal, transportation, and health statutes; Texas Fire and Police Civil Service Act; 42 U.S.C. 1983; F.M.L.A.; and A.D.A. (b) Bilingual ability.
The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.
The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.

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