Administrative Assistant - County Attorney'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!

• Processes open records requests, including preventing, restricting and/or regulating disclosure of privileged, exempt and/or confidential information pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act.
• Assist, as needed, with management of mental health commitment cases.
• Acts as a liaison between attorneys, courts, other departments and agencies, as well as the Public.
• Prepares and processes legal correspondence and documents, as well as mails, faxes, and arranges delivery of legal papers to parties as directed.
• Assists or instructs other employees with their duties.
• As needed, serves as notary public.
• Reviews subpoena and deposition notices.
• Sets up and maintains general counsel files and research files.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma/GED.
• 3 years job related experience.
• Strong computer and typing skills (40 wpm). 
• Strong verbal skills; ability to interact effectively with other employees and the public.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $17.95 - $22.44 hourly 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.