Employment

The Tulsa County District Attorney's Office is one of the largest law offices in Oklahoma. Our office employs about 50 attorneys and 70 support staff, including legal assistants, victim advocates, investigators and administrative personnel. We are looking for dedicated, hard-working individuals with a passion for helping those who have been affected by crime.

It is the policy of the Tulsa County District Attorney's Office to comply with all federal, state and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity.

The Tulsa County District Attorney’s Office is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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Who is an Assistant District Attorney?

There is an expression in prosecution that we are the people who aspire to wear the white hat. Our eyes must always be fixed on finding the truth and seeking justice. We are the ministers of justice and as such we must always have the courage to do what is right and the compassion to empathize with those who have been wrongfully victimized. If you have strength of character and a solid work ethic, then we may have the job for you.

 

From an ADA Perspective:

“The Tulsa County District Attorney’s Office ensures that every Tulsan—regardless of where he or she lives—is afforded the chance to live their life with dignity and respect. This Office will protect the rights of every member of our community,”
   – Daniel A. Levy, Assistant District Attorney, Director: Gang & Organized Crime Prosecution Unit

"At the end of the day, I cannot help but fight for the victim, fight for the case, and fight to protect others in our community. Police do great work … but it means little if we, the Tulsa County District Attorney's Office, don't fight tooth and claw to make sure dangerous people are unable to hurt innocent people. It takes skill, it takes experience, but more than anything it takes effort. There are no shortcuts."
   – Kevin Keller, Director: General Felony & Public Safety Prosecution Unit

Support Divisions

Support Divisions
  • DA Supervision
  • This Division provides service to individuals involved in the Criminal Justice System, primarily supervising defendants on probation, facilitating restitution to crime victims and managing payments to defray court costs. These posts in the District Attorney's Supervision office require day-to-day interaction with members of the public on the 1st Floor of the Courthouse. We require candidates with a sound work ethic and an interest in public service who will treat co-workers and clients with respect and will uphold the highest ethical standards.
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  • Victim-Witness Center
  • The Victim Witness Center team provides crime victims and witnesses with emotional support and advocacy throughout the criminal justice process. We are looking for candidates with a sound work ethic and an interest in public service who will perform the job with compassion and respect for our diverse group of victims, witnesses and staff, and who will uphold the highest ethical standards. The position requires applicants to commit to a flexible schedule when court requires attendance after 5 p.m. for jury verdicts, late interviews and other responsibilities.
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  • Criminal Information Center
  • The Criminal Information Center (CIC) is a team of information specialists who provide support to Assistant District Attorneys in the prosecution of criminal cases in Tulsa County. CIC legal assistants prepare legal documents for felony and misdemeanor cases, provide docket management, oversee filing and record all case management information in data systems. They must perform the job with attention to detail and commitment to deadlines. We are looking for candidates with a sound work ethic and an interest in public service who will uphold the highest ethical standards.
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Employment  Postings

All Applicants

  • ADA applicants must submit an application, cover letter, resume with professional references and a recent writing sample.
  • Intern and extern applicants must submit an application, transcript, cover letter outlining their interest in public service and a resume with professional or academic references.
  • Support staff applicants must submit an application, cover letter and a resume with professional references. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  • All applicants must pass a criminal background check.

Assistant District Attorney – Tulsa County

Assistant District Attorneys are the State of Oklahoma’s prosecuting attorneys. They perform a wide array of functions in the field of criminal prosecution and are one of the central instruments in maintaining safety in the community. Some of the job functions include: reviewing police reports for criminal charges, speaking to and meeting with victims, conducting court proceedings at all stages of the criminal process, researching and writing legal motions and arguing cases in front of a jury.

Requirements: JD Degree from an accredited law school and admission to the Oklahoma Bar Association required. Must possess excellent research and writing abilities; must demonstrate strong oral advocacy skills; must be able to thrive in fast paced office where you will be given much discretion in individual situations; must have the ability to effectively interact with victims, family members of victims and witnesses as well as effectively work with a large office of co-workers and outside agencies, such as police department and social service agencies; must possess a strong work ethic coupled with the highest personal integrity; must pass a criminal background check.

This is a full-time position beginning at $64,000 annually with full State of Oklahoma benefits including generous monthly allowance for health, dental and vision insurance; paid sick and vacation leave earned monthly; military service credit for specific periods of active service; eleven paid holidays.

For consideration, send cover letter, resume, references and recent writing sample to  seldridge@tulsacounty.org

Legal Internships

The Tulsa County District Attorney’s Office offers paid and unpaid legal internships to students enrolled in law school. These highly competitive internships offer students the opportunity to be part of a district attorney’s office, and provide invaluable experience to students interested in a career in criminal law. An intern’s duties may include contacting witnesses, attending trials and other court proceedings, conducting and analyzing legal research, writing legal motions and supporting the attorneys' prosecution of cases.

How to Apply:

Applications may be submitted online and require a copy of your resume, school transcript, a one-page personal statement explaining your interest in public service, and three professional or academic references. Volunteers must be able to pass a criminal background check. Please note that volunteer internships are unpaid. Paid internships may later be offered to those who excel in the volunteer position.

For information on legal internships, please send your request to: seldridge@tulsacounty.org

Legal Externships

The Tulsa County District Attorney's Office offers upper division law students externship opportunities through their Colleges of Law. Externship programs provide students the chance to be part of a district attorney’s office, and may include contacting witnesses, attending trials and other court proceedings, conducting and analyzing legal research, writing legal motions and supporting the attorneys in their prosecution of cases in areas including Homicide, Gangs, Crimes against Children, Robbery and others. Work time required per academic credit is established by the schools. For detailed information see your school’s externship sites.

University of Tulsa Law School
University of Oklahoma Law School
Oklahoma City University School of Law