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[full-time] Court Services Mgt. Admin. Coordinator at Travis County Human Resources

2010-07-13 13:55:09

Location: Texas
URL: http://www.TravisCountyJobs.org

Description:

Position Title Code: 6747-2-18396-21-0043

Deadline: Until Filled

Department: District Clerk

Salary: $3445.69 – $4307.13 Monthly. Commensurate with experience.

Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinates and supervises the staff and daily operation of an assigned court system process or program. Researches and interprets relevant provisions of the Texas Government Code, Texas Family Code, Texas Civil Practices and Remedies Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Texas Penal Code, and Texas Rules of Civil and Appellate Procedure. Oversees compliance with applicable State and Federal laws and guidelines, and departmental policies and procedures. Evaluates and participates in the development of policies, programs and procedures and makes recommendations to facilitate efficiency and effectiveness. Plans, assigns, motivates, and coordinates work of staff to achieve specific service objectives. Manages time, performs multiple tasks and organizes diverse activities. Independently prepares correspondence, memorandums, and other materials. Researches, compiles, analyzes, interprets and prepares a variety of fiscal, statistical and administrative reports. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with departmental clientele, representatives of outside agencies, other County employees and officials, attorneys, judges and the general public.

Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in one of the Social or Behavioral Sciences, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Counseling,Education, Criminal Justice or a directly related field AND four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in social services, community corrections or juvenile agency, including one (1) year of lead, mid- to senior level supervisory or management experience;
OR,
Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
None required.

Preferred: *Bilingual in English/Spanish *Three (3) years experience in litigation involving family or domestic relations law.

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Work site: 1000 Guadalupe Street

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Download the Travis County Employment Application at www.TravisCountyJobs.org and submit with resume to resumes.hr@co.travis.tx.us or direct mail to: Travis County-HRMD, 1010 Lavaca Street, Austin, TX 78701. (512) 854-9165.

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[full-time] Paralegal Senior ( Grant Funded) at Travis County Human Resources

2010-06-23 08:47:13

Location: Texas
URL: http://www.TravisCountyJobs.org

Description:

Position Title Code: 6407-2-18792-55-0062

Deadline: Until Filled

Department: Criminal Justice Planning / Office of Child Representation

Salary: $19.87 – $24.84 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under general supervision, provides legal research support and reviews, analyzes and organizes case-related material required for court presentation. Drafts motions and orders, pleadings, discovery, affidavits, and subpoenas. Manages attorney caseloads. Performs discovery and assists attorneys in all facets of work. Supervises the work of assigned paralegal and support staff. Assists attorneys in developing, implementing and evaluating systems to create more efficient work flow procedures. Demonstrates ability to work as part of a team and shows sensitivity to detail and confidentiality. Coordinates discovery, drafting, responding and calendaring in accordance with laws and procedures. Assists attorneys in case preparation. May locate and interview witnesses. Maintains statistical records and prepares reports. Case preparation may include, but is not limited to: obtaining, indexing and outlining criminal histories, offense reports and other relevant documents, analyzing jury lists and preparing and filing subpoenas and other legal documents. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration or a directly related field AND three (3) years experience as a paralegal;
OR,
Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: *Paralegal Certificate from a professionally recognized Paralegal/Legal Assistant program.

Preferred: *Bilingual in English/Spanish *Project, lead or supervisory experience *Valid Texas Driver’s License *Prior experience with Child Protective Services/family law cases

Grant Funded until Sept. 20, 2010 and may be renewed.

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and works some nights and weekends.

Work site: 205 West 9th Street

CRIMINAL, EDUCATION, CREDIT, EMPLOYMENT & DRIVING BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

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[full-time] Juvenile Probation Officer III at Travis County- Human Resources Management Department

2009-07-21 16:41:45

Location: Texas
URL: http://www.TravisCountyJobs.org

Description:

Position Title Code
A 6514-2-16389-45-0371 (Grant Funded) NEW
B 6515-2-16389-45-0483 NEW

Deadline: Until Filled

Department: Juvenile Probation / Probation Services

Salary: $17.36 – $21.70 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

Essential Functions

Screens cases referred to the Court and makes judgments as to appropriate action. Adjusts cases without legal actions, diverts or refers cases to other agencies when a juvenile/resident has been discharged. Negotiates agreements wherever possible in family law cases and/or makes recommendations to the District Attorney or to the court for other official action. Researches and investigates the background of each case and counsels children, their families and others to assess the situation and prepares reports for the court, other service agencies, and/or the Texas Youth Commission. Appears and testifies in court. Maintains records and generates statistical and other reports as required, utilizing manual and automated reporting systems. Following alleged violations of the law, provides various kinds of counseling and therapy to parents and children as needed, including visitations, parental involvement, crisis intervention, and counseling. Maintains current knowledge of available community resources for making referrals, participates in in-service training and continuing education and researches and maintains current knowledge of family law, counseling, treatment techniques, and applicable county-wide, departmental and division policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications
Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social or Behavioral Sciences or a directly related field AND three (3) years experience in social services, criminal justice or related field.

License: Possession of a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Special Requirements: *Must be at least 21 years of age. *Certification as a Juvenile Probation Officer or eligible for certification within six (6) months of hire date, including successful completion of CPR First Aid and Handle with Care (state approved physical restraint techniques).

Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish

If selected to be interviewed, an original, certified college transcript must be provided.

A: Grant Funded until 08/31/09 and may be renewed.

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and works some nights and weekends.

Work site: 2515 South Congress Avenue

PHYSICAL & PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAM REQUIRED
CRIMINAL, EDUCATION & DRIVING BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

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[full-time] Court Operation Officer at Travis County Human Resources Management Department

2009-06-30 11:06:08

Location: Texas
URL: http://www.TravisCountyJobs.org

Description:

Position Title Code: 6476-5-16755-22-0096

Deadline: Until Filled

Department: Civil Courts / 200th District Court

Salary: $17.36 – $21.70 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

Essential Functions

Performs complex legal, administrative, technical and operations assistance for the 200th district judge and court staff. Maintains order and decorum of the court during hearings and trials. Assists the judge, attorneys, jurors and the public in their interaction with the court system. Coordinates courtroom including use of electronic courtroom equipment and document management system. Sets and calendars cases for hearing or trial coordination with court staff. Communicates with jurors, witnesses, attorneys, etc. regarding court proceedings. Maintains a professional demeanor under pressure, performs multiple tasks, and prioritizes work.

Required Qualifications
Education and experience equivalent to an Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration or directly related field AND five (5) years of responsible administrative or general business experience in a court/judicial/legal/office or related environment involving some limited legal research/administrative/technical duties.

Typing Speed: 55 words per minute

Preferred: *Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration or directly related field. *Excellent communcation skills, technical knowledge and problem solving skills. *Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Work site: 1000 Guadalupe Street

CRIMINAL & EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

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