Careers - Assistant District Attorney


The Harris County District Attorney's Office is always interested in receiving resumes from qualified candidates for its various positions. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package.


The Harris County District Attorney's Office continually reviews resumes of applicants interested in employment as prosecutors. The HCDAO is an equal opportunity employer.


Most lawyers are hired after being licensed to practice law in Texas. If you are a licensed attorney in Texas, or have taken the Texas bar exam and are awaiting results and you wish to apply for a position as an Assistant District Attorney, send a letter, resume and completed application to ADAResumes@dao.hctx.net.


"Precommit" Application Process


During the fall semester, we interview third year law students at selected law school campuses. The initial interviews are conducted on campus and a number of students are referred on for further screening interviews.