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Assistant County Attorney II, G23, County Attorney

Webb County, TX

Laredo, TX • On-site

$81.68K - $91.35K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Salary : $81,681.60 - $91,353.60 Annually
Location : 1110 Washington St. Ste.301 Laredo, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: FY25-00060
Department: County Attorney
Opening Date: 10/31/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Summary
This position is responsible for the prosecution of Juvenile criminal cases, Child Protective Services cases, and other Civil cases duties as assigned.
Major Duties
  • 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, Skills, and Abilities
  • 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.

Minimum Qualifications
  • 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.

Supplemental Information
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.

Physical Demands/Work Environment
Constantly
  • 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.

Other Requirements/Information
  • 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.

Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees.
Please visit the Risk Management website for more details.
The following list of benefits is offered only to benefits-eligible employees in Full-Time positions:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Ancillary products
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Employee Clinic*
  • Vacation and sick leave
    • Accrual rates increase based on years of service
  • Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays
  • Retirement benefits (TCDRS)**
*Available to ALL employees
**Available to Permanent Part-Time employees
01
Did you graduate from an accredited school of law?
  • Yes
  • No

02
Are you a current member of the State Bar of Texas?
  • Yes
  • No

03
If you answered "no" to the above question, please check off the response that best suits your situation.
  • I am eligible for a temporary bar card while awaiting bar results.
  • I have been granted a temporary bar card.
  • I have a current and valid bar card with no restrictions.
  • None of the above.

04
Do you possess a valid and current Texas driver's license?
  • Yes, I have a valid and current Texas driver's license.
  • Yes, I have a valid and current out-of-state driver's license.
  • No, I do not have a valid or current Texas driver's license.

05
Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable)
  • Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire.
  • No, I would not be able to provide required documentation.

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