Salary: $13.73 - $14.43 Hourly Location : 1110 Victoria St. Suite 107 Laredo, TX Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: FY24-00089 Department: Tax Assessor-Collector Opening Date: 12/16/2024 Closing Date: 12/21/2024 11:59 PM Central Job Summary This position performs technical and customer service duties in support of department operations. Major Duties
- Represents clients who have been charged with a felony offense; meets with clients and provides advice concerning charges pending and available options.
- Researches case law and special legal issues.
- Conducts background investigations; interviews witnesses, victims, and law enforcement officers.
- Prepares cases for trial; represents clients in court.
- Negotiates cases with District Attorneys, clients and family members.
- Remains informed of new court decisions, new laws, and revised rules and regulations.
- Prioritizes, plans and organizes work to meet numerous deadlines and amended deadlines for motions, extensions, show cause and evidentiary hearings, and other court requirements.
- Supervises and delegates responsibilities to legal secretaries and investigators.
- Guides and assists other attorneys as needed.
- Maintains legal files and records.
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of local, state and federal law.
- Knowledge of investigative tools and techniques.
- Knowledge of trail proceedings.
- Knowledge of computers and job related software programs.
- Skill in the completion of legal research.
- Skill in producing persuasive legal arguments.
- Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
- Skill in training and supervising personnel.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
- Must be able to type 30 wpm.
Supplemental InformationComplexity/Scope of Work
- The work consists of varied legal, management and supervisory duties. The variety of tasks to be performed contributes to the complexity of the position.
- The purpose of this position is to supervise and participate in the provision of legal services to indigent clients. Success in this position contributes to the effective and efficient representation of clients.
Physical Demands/Work Environment Occasionally
- Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
- Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Adjusting or moving objects up to 25 pounds in all directions.
- Repeating motions that may include the use of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
- Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
- Working small and/or enclosed spaces.
Constantly
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
- Working in noisy environments.
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
- Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.
- Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.
Other Requirements/Information
- Must possess a valid and current driver's license.
- Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this job. Pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), and criminal background checks are required.
- This position is not covered under Civil Service; however, all other Webb County policies apply.
Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees. Please visit the Risk Management website for more details. The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Life Insurance
- Ancillary products
- Employee Assistance Program*
- Employee Clinic*
- Vacation and sick leave
- Accrual rates increase based on years of service
- Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays
- Retirement benefits (TCDRS)**
*Available to ALL employees **Available to Permanent Part-Time employees 01 What is your highest level of education?
- Less than High School
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
- Some College Hours
- Vocational Certificate
- Associates Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctoral Degree or higher
02 Are you able to type at least 30 wpm (words per minute)?
03 Do you possess a valid and current Texas driver's license?
- Yes, I have a valid and current Texas driver's license.
- Yes, I have a valid and current out-of-state driver's license.
- No, I do not have a valid or current Texas driver's license.
04 Are you a current or former Webb County employee?
05 If you selected Yes on the above question, please specify department name(s) and date(s) of employment. 06 Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable)
- Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire.
- No, I would not be able to provide required documentation.
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