Attorney I - Public Defender's Office

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation.  We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home.  Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.  The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.  Live Here! Work Here!

• Presents cases to judges; represents defendants at court proceedings; conducts trials of criminal and misdemeanor cases.
• Negotiates plea bargains and bond reductions in criminal and juvenile cases.
• Reviews all criminal cases; conducts legal research.
• Reads and reviews offense reports and probable cause statements.
• Consults with and provides legal advice to appropriate County departments; responds to inquiries from the public, resolves and/or refers to proper person; provides counsel to law enforcement agencies and personnel as required.
• Prepares arrest and search warrants for law enforcement officers.
• Meets and assists with victims, witnesses, defendants and other outside agencies;
• Assists and/or instructs other employees with their duties; assigns, plans and reviews work of other employees.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Doctor of Jurisprudence degree.  
• One year job related experience.
• Computer and organizational skills.
• Verbal and written communication and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
• Trial advocacy, legal research and library skills.
• Licensed by Supreme Court of Texas.

SALARY RANGE: $82,534.40 - $103,168.00 annually based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE:  Upon filling position

 
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
 
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal  and local  laws, unless  such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
 
For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply
 
Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.