Assistant County Attorney II, G124, County Attorney

Assistant County Attorney II, G124, County Attorney

Salary

$85,488.00 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

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Revised: 6/16/2026

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 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

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 drivers license?

• Yes, I have a valid and current Texas drivers license.
• Yes, I have a valid and current out-of-state drivers license.
• No, I do not have a valid or current Texas drivers 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.

Required Question

Employer Webb County (TX)

Address 1110 Washington Street

Suite 204

Laredo, Texas, 78040