Legal Assistant, G108, County Attorney
Salary
$18.83 Hourly
Location
1110 Washington St. Ste.301 Laredo, TX
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
FY25-00311
Department
County Attorney
Opening Date
08/04/2026
Closing Date
8/9/2026 11:59 PM Central
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Job Summary
This position provides administrative assistance to the County Attorney's Office.
Major Duties
- Prepares state petitions and files for prosecution and pre-summons.
- Prepares court dockets.
- Prepares court orders.
- Prepares declined and deferred forms.
- Prepares and types a variety of letters and memoranda.
- Files and indexes documents.
- Answers telephones and greets visitors; provides information and assistance.
- Scans and faxes documents.
- Schedules depositions and mediations.
- Prepares requests for medical records.
- Attends meetings and conferences; prepares meeting minutes.
- Attends court hearings.
- Performs any other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of legal terminology, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
- Skill in analyzing problems and developing and implementing solutions.
- Skill in preparing clear and concise administrative reports.
- 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
- Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
- Must have at least one ( 1 ) year of work experience as a secretary or legal assistant.
Supplemental Information
Complexity/Scope of Work
- The work consists of a variety of duties related to providing legal services to the County. The diversity of assignments 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 assigned work.
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Other Requirements/Information
- Must possess a valid and current Texas Drivers License or a Texas Identification Card.
- 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.
Valid Texas Drivers License or Texas Identification Card*
- If the applicant holds an out-of-state Drivers License or Identification Card, a State of Texas Drivers License or Texas Identification Card must be obtained prior to employment.
Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees.
Please visit the Risk Management website for more details.
https://www.webbcountytx.gov/RiskManagement/EmployeeBenefits/
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
What is your highest level of education?
- Less than High School
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
- Some College Hours
- Vocational Certificate
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- Doctoral Degree or higher
02
Do you have at least one ( 1 ) year of experience as a secretary or legal assistant?
03
Do you have a valid Texas Drivers License, Texas Identification Card, or an out-of-state Drivers License or Identification Card?
- Yes, I have a valid and current Texas drivers license or an out-of-state drivers license.
- No, I do not have a valid or current Texas drivers license or out-of-state drivers license.
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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.
Required Question
Employer Webb County (TX)
Address 1110 Washington Street
Suite 204
Laredo, Texas, 78040