Assistant County Attorney II, G23, County Attorney

This position is responsible for the prosecution of Juvenile criminal cases, Child Protective Services cases, and other Civil cases duties as assigned.

• Prosecutes juvenile cases as assigned; manages case intake and determines whether or not to proceed with charges; prepares and files petitions, orders, motions, and documents; interviews witnesses and victims; negotiates agreements; attends juvenile detention hearings.
• Manages Family and Protective Services cases as assigned; represents the department in all legal proceedings; reviews with case workers; ensures that the best interests of the children are met; prepares and files motions, orders, and petitions.
• Develops plans for and prepares civil and criminal litigation.
• Researches laws and legal precedents to provide guidance to county employees and departments.
• Drafts motions, briefs, letters, and memoranda.
• Attends Mental Health Committee hearings and represents the State of Texas.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal law.
• Knowledge of investigative tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of trial 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.

• Graduation from an accredited school of law.
• Minimum of one ( 1 ) year of work experience in the area of law, preferred.
• Current membership with the State Bar of Texas or eligible for a temporary bar card while awaiting bar results.

Complexity/Scope of Work

• The work consists of varied duties in the provision of legal services to the county. The variety of tasks to be performed contributes to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to prosecute and defend assigned civil and criminal cases and to provide legal counsel and advice to county departments.

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

• Must possess a valid and current Texas 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.