County Staff Attorney

Bell County, TexasBelton, MissouriOn-siteFull-timeNew grad, 0–1 yearsListed 1 hour ago

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About this role

Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.

Job Description :

Duties and Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

- Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas (or graduation from an accredited law school awaiting State Bar of Texas Results)
- Must consent to and pass a criminal background check.
- Recent law school graduates, awaiting either the bar exam results or to take the bar, will also be considered.
- Performs related work as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

- None

Physical Demands:

- Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

- None.

Compensation:

- The Bell County Attorney's Office currently has an opening for an Assistant County Attorney position. Group 261, Range Step 1 - 7 Salary $82,750.00 yearly or negotiable based on experience. Position Includes All Aspects of Prosecutor Work.

- Bell County provides paid vacation, employee benefits, including health, dental, life and optional vision insurance, along with participation in the Texas District and County Retirement program, membership dues to TDCAA, the State and local bar dues, as well as costs associated with CLE are covered by the County Attorney’s office.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.

The position is currently open and available. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should fax or email resumes to:

Liz Coleman - Office manager
Bell County Attorney's Office
P.O. Box 1127
Belton, Texas 76513
(254) 933-5927

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Additional Qualifications:

Proposed Compensation:
$86,093.00 - $100,871.00

Additional Recruiting Instruction:

Bell County retains the right to close or extend any job posting, at any time, regardless of the job posting closing date listed.

Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy located at the Historic Courthouse, 3rd Floor, in downtown Belton.