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Are you interested in joining the Harris County Attorney’s Office? Your work will make a positive impact on Harris County. Integrity, Community, Justice and Service are the Office’s guiding principles to do amazing work for the people of Harris County. The Harris County Attorney’s Office is excited to offer opportunities in the legal profession and supporting staff.

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BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HARRIS COUNTY

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as a defined benefit retirement plan.

The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Wellness
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 11 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
  • Sick Leave
  • Sick Leave Pool (if eligible)
  • 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
  • Healthcare Reimbursement Account
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Employee Discounts

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employees and may be available to part-time employees:

  • Retirement pension (TCDRS)
  • Flexible schedules (varies by department)
  • Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

For additional information including plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website: https://benefitsathctx.com/

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE COUNTY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE

If you are looking to elevate your career and make impactful contributions to the public sector, we invite you to consider a rewarding career with the Harris County Attorney’s Office (HCAO).

HCAO personnel enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, including benefits provided directly by Harris County:

  • Paid covered parking in a nearby parking facility or reimbursement for Metro transportation
  • Paid Membership with the Texas District and County Attorneys Association
  • Attorney Longevity Pay*
  • Reimbursement for State Bar Dues*
  • Reimbursement for Texas Board of Legal Specialization Dues*
  • Paid Membership with the Houston Bar Association*
  • Paid Membership with the Houston Metropolitan Paralegal Association*
  • Hybrid work schedules*
  • Onsite Fitness Classes and Harris County Gym Access

*Denotes benefits that are available dependent upon job title and position classification.

For more information about the Harris County Attorney’s Office, please visit our website: https://cao.harriscountytx.gov/

Apply today to embark on an exciting new journey: HCAO Job Postings