What are the responsibilities and job description for the Municipal Court Judge position at City of Laredo?
Position Overview:
The City of Laredo is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Municipal Court Judge. This position presides over cases filed in the City’s Municipal Court, including Class C misdemeanors, traffic violations, city ordinance violations, and other cases within the court's jurisdiction. The judge shall conduct hearings, make legal determinations, and ensure due process of law in accordance with the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and applicable city ordinances.
Minimum Qualifications (as mandated by the City Charter):
- Licensure: Must be a licensed attorney in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
- Residency: Must reside within the Laredo city limits at the time of appointment and throughout the term of service.
- Experience: Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience practicing law in the State of Texas.
Application Process:
Interested individuals who meet the minimum qualifications are invited to submit:
- A letter of interest, and
- A current resume detailing professional experience and educational background.
The Laredo City Council appoints this position.
All documentation must be submitted to the City Secretary’s Office by no later than Friday May 23, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. at the address listed below:
City Secretary’s Office
City of Laredo
1110 Houston St. 3rd floor
Laredo, Texas 78040
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive Salary: Compensation commensurate with experience, qualifications, and the City’s judicial salary scale.
- Public Employee Retirement System: Participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with City matching contributions.
- Health and Wellness Coverage: Access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Paid Leave: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays as authorized by City policy.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuing legal education (CLE) credits and attendance at judicial and legal conferences.
- Public Service Impact: Serve your community in a vital role that promotes fairness, justice, and integrity in local government.
