What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant County Attorney - Civil position at Atascosa County Attorney's Office?
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
The Assistant County Attorney - Civil provides legal representation for Atascosa County. The Atascosa County Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for the assistant county attorney position assisting the County Attorney with civil and county government legal matters. This Assistant County Attorney position provides legal counsel to commissioners' court, elected officials and department heads, represents Atascosa County and the State of Texas in a variety of contested civil cases, and drafts and reviews policies, orders, and contracts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES / FUNCTIONS:
Essential duties/functions, under the supervision of the County Attorney, may include but are not limited to the following:
- Advising County officials and staff
- Drafting and reviewing contracts, policies, and other documents
- Reviewing and advising on various County regulations, including regulations for subdivisions, platting, environmental, drainage, 911 addressing, and fire codes
- Expunction and nondisclosure cases
- Animal seizure cases
- Mass gatherings
- County employee matters
- Public Information Act requests
- Open Meetings Act compliance
- Environmental civil enforcement
- Attending Commissioners’ Court meetings as needed
- Other matters as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:
· Juris Doctor Degree.
· Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and in good standing.
· Must consent to and pass criminal background check and drug screening.
· SECURITY REQUIREMENT - Must be able to obtain and maintain a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) CJIS security clearance.
· PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an assistant county or district attorney, city attorney, or other governmental attorney with experience in areas related to the job duties. · Bilingual
- Experience with government law in Texas
- Experience in civil litigation
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong research skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively engage with colleagues, elected officials and department heads, court staff, and the public
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $88,000.00 - $108,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Bar License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Jourdanton, TX 78026 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jourdanton, TX 78026: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $88,000 - $108,000
