Qureos Mentor

Bexar County

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>Under direction, is responsible for determining case or appeal merit; ascertains facts; develops case plan; represents the State in legal actions; and performs related duties as required.<br>
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This position is not covered under Bexar County Civil Service; Full-Time Regular and Full-Time Grant Funded Positions Available</b></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties and Responsibilities</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Reviews cases or appeals for legal and factual sufficiency, requests investigations and drafts the required documents for legal disposition
</li><li>Examines evidence including videos, photographs, documents, and records for use in trial
</li><li>Prosecutes juvenile and adult criminal cases and litigates appeals
</li><li>Contacts and/or interviews victims, witnesses, defense attorneys, investigators and law enforcement personnel regarding restitution, plea bargains and punishment issues
</li><li>Researches statutes and case law issues
</li><li>Performs computer assisted research regarding criminal histories and case status
</li><li>Regularly appears in court on behalf of the State of Texas in contested matters, before judges and juries
</li><li>Organizes pre-hearing and trial dockets requiring witness appearance coordination and negotiating plea bargains
</li><li>Dictates, edits, and updates legal documents prepared by the clerical and paralegal staff
</li><li>May supervise Advocates, Interns, and office support staff
</li><li>Performs related duties, as required</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Graduation from an accredited Law School with a Doctorate of Jurisprudence and licensed to practice law in the State of Texas</li><li>
Knowledge of civil and criminal prosecution procedures and techniques; knowledge of plea bargaining and negotiation</li><li>
Technological Skills - ability to operate personal computers, develop proficiency in basic and advanced software and programs utilized to manage caseloads and related information; ability to operate basic office equipment</li><li>
Interpersonal Skills - ability to establish and maintain professional, effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, attorneys, law enforcement officers and the general public in routine and highly stressful situations; ability to develop effective and persuasive oral advocacy skills</li><li>
Ability to maintain the highest ethical and professional standards expected of an attorney representing the State of Texas; ability to organize and present facts and supporting logic; ability to ascertain factual information from conflicting or purposely inaccurate data; ability to communicate professionally and effectively with hostile, abusive or irrational individuals; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing</li><li>
Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance from the Bexar County District Attorney's Office</li><li>
Must clear a pre-employment physical</li><li>
May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek</li></ul><div><b>
Working Environment and Physical Demands:</b></div><ul><li>
Generally working in indoor conditions</li><li>
Occasionally moves items weighing up to 5-10 pounds</li><li>
Occasionally moves about the office</li><li>
Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information</li><li>
Generally operates a computer and other office productivity machinery</li><li>
Positions self to perform essential functions</li><li>
Must be able to remain in a stationary position</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><i>Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am &ndash; 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.</i><i>
</i></div><div><b>EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</b><br>
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Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.<br>
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.<br>
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Misdemeanor Prosecutor

JOB
<br>Under general direction of the Chief Public Defender, is responsible for preparing and trying criminal cases; supervises support staff; conducts legal research; negotiates plea bargain agreements; represents indigent defendants in criminal cases; and performs related duties as required.
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
<br>Supervises support staff in the operational aspects of preparing, trying, and otherwise resolving criminal cases Supervises support staff in the technical aspects of preparing legal motions, briefs, and correspondence to ensure accuracy and professional correctness May consult with expert witnesses, investigators, prosecuting attorneys, judges and their staffs, on issues related to misdemeanor criminal cases Prepares and responds to motions and briefs as appropriate in State courts of Bexar County, Texas Researches statutory and case law Prepares clients and witnesses for testimony at pretrial hearings and trials Evaluates factual legal claims and creates strategies to further clients' defense Reviews police reports and discovery materials Confers with prosecuting attorneys regarding plea negotiations and case information Prepares, reviews, edits, and approves legal documents prepared by clerical staff Performs related duties as required
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
<br>Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERBexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Assistant Public Defender I

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Under general direction of the Chief Public Defender, is responsible for preparing and trying criminal cases; supervises support staff; conducts legal research; negotiates plea bargain agreements; represents indigent defendants in criminal cases; and performs related duties as required.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties and Responsibilities</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Supervises support staff in the operational aspects of preparing, trying, and otherwise resolving criminal cases
</li><li>Supervises support staff in the technical aspects of preparing legal motions, briefs, and correspondence to ensure accuracy and professional correctness
</li><li>May consult with expert witnesses, investigators, prosecuting attorneys, judges and their staffs, on issues related to misdemeanor criminal cases
</li><li>Prepares and responds to motions and briefs as appropriate in State courts of Bexar County, Texas
</li><li>Researches statutory and case law
</li><li>Prepares clients and witnesses for testimony at pretrial hearings and trials
</li><li>Evaluates factual legal claims and creates strategies to further clients' defense
</li><li>Reviews police reports and discovery materials
</li><li>Confers with prosecuting attorneys regarding plea negotiations and case information
</li><li>Prepares, reviews, edits, and approves legal documents prepared by clerical staff
</li><li>Performs related duties as required</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctorate of Jurisprudence</li><li>
Good knowledge of criminal defense procedures and techniques; knowledge of plea bargaining and negotiation; good knowledge of the criminal justice system; good knowledge of case law; some knowledge of medical and mental health terminology as relevant; good written and oral communication skills required</li><li>
Effective organizational and time management skills required to successfully execute job duties</li><li>
Good trial skills are required</li><li>
Skill in supervising non-attorney employees; skill in legal research; skill in negotiation; skill in making presentations; skill to communicate effectively with hostile, abusive and irrational individuals</li><li>
Ability to ascertain factual information from conflicting or purposely inaccurate data; ability to communicate effectively with hostile, abusive or irrational individuals; ability to organize and present facts and legal arguments, with supporting logic, in a courtroom setting; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to operate personal computer; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, outside agencies and the general public</li><li>
Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and maintain good standing with State Bar of Texas</li><li>
Must possess the skill to manage a demanding caseload of cases assigned</li><li>
Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance</li><li>
Must secure and maintain a pre-employment physical</li><li>
Must have valid driver's license, motor vehicle liability insurance and personal injury insurance</li><li>
May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek</li></ul><b>
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:</b><ul><li>
Physical requirements include occasional lifting/carrying of 10-15 lbs. occasionally; visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate computer keyboard. Subject to sitting, standing, walking, reaching and handling to perform the essential functions</li><li>
Working conditions are primarily in an office environment</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><i>Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am &ndash; 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.</i></div><div><b>
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</b><div><br>
Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.<br>
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.<br>
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

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Misdemeanor Prosecutor

Assistant Public Defender I

Assistant Public Defender I