Assistant Civil Division Attorney, G27, Civil Legal Division

4 weeks ago


Houston, Texas, United States Webb, County of (TX) Full time
Description

This position is responsible for performing assigned functions of the Civil Legal Division.
Examples of Duties

Assists the Director of Civil Legal Division in directing the day-to-day operations of the department.

Assists in the hiring and training of staff, assignment of personnel to projects, and assists the director in supervision, evaluation, and discipline of personnel.

Oversees and assists in the filing and representation of assigned cases; reviews dockets and conducts staff meetings.
Attends meetings and makes presentations to elected officials, department heads, and employees.
Assists in the drafting of contracts, policies, procedures, memoranda, and legal briefs.
Attends Commissioners Court, county and district court proceedings.
Assists elected officials and department heads in employment issues upon request by and with permission of Commissioners Court.
Advises Commissioners Court and upon Court's request, provides advice and counsel to department heads and elected officials.
Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited school of law.
Licensed by the Supreme Court of the State of Texas.
Must be a member of the State Bar of Texas.
Degree and/or license(s) required must be attached to application).

VALID LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSValid Texas Driver License**If applicant holds an out-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained prior to employment.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of local, state and federal law.
Knowledge of health and safety codes.
Knowledge of trial proceedings.
Knowledge of computers and job related software programs.
Skill in applying and interpreting Administrative Codes and Regulatory Requirements.
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.
Must be fluent in English.

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