Qureos Mentor

Travis County

JOB
<br>Conducts operations within the Fire Investigation Division, the Fire Prevention Division or Fire Inspection Division. Reports to an Assistant Fire Marshal or Fire Marshal.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the second in a series of five fire marshal-related job classifications within the Public Safety/Emergency Management job family. This classification is distinguished by the years of experience related to Fire Safety and Prevention. Available for emergency response at all times when in geographic area. Emergency operations require working under difficult conditions. This classification requires a flexible work schedule to meet the needs of the department, including frequent evenings and weekends.
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
<br>Ensures 24-hour fire coverage of on-duty and on-call personnel. Conducts analysis of fire and explosion scenes to determine origin and cause. Documents and takes photographs of scenes, makes sketches, gathers and preserves evidence. Conducts interviews with witnesses, suspects and those with interests in the property. Takes written and sworn statements. May be responsible for an Arson Canine Program and provide housing, training and upkeep of arson dog. May assist in Juvenile Fire Setter Intervention Program by counseling and training juvenile offenders. Initiates and completes assigned investigation and case reports and related documents. Conducts follow-up investigations. Prepares affidavits for arrest warrants, search warrants and subpoenas and executes them. Prepares cases for presentation to prosecutor's office. Testifies before grand jury, justice of the peace court, state and federal courts. Supports emergency operations in fire protection, rescue, aviation, law enforcement, hazmat, homeland security and emergency management. Instruct classes on fire protection. Makes public presentations related to fire prevention education. Maintains assigned County vehicle and equipment. Schedules and responds to citizen requests for fire inspections. Conducts Plan Reviews. Performs inspections of homes, businesses, schools and other structures. Detects fire hazards and makes recommendations for corrections. Performs timely follow-up inspections to ensure compliance. Performs inspections of County-owned and leased facilities in conjunction with Risk Management and Facilities Management. Maintains records and reports of inspections. Makes public education presentations. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
<br>Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 50-100 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions. Must be available to work in inclement weather. Subject to contact with dust, dangerous machinery, noise, fumes, potential harm, vibration, communicable diseases, and hazardous chemicals. May be subject to performing physically challenging work in environmentally adverse and dangerous conditions.Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday. Works some holidays, Works some nights, Works some weekendsLocation: 314 West 11th Street Austin, TX 78701Department: Emergency ServicesCriminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.For updates or questions on this position, contact: Katy.Westfall@traviscountytx.govThis job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Fire Marshal Deputy Assistant II

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>Conducts operations within the Fire Investigation Division, the Fire Prevention Division or Fire Inspection Division. Reports to an Assistant Fire Marshal or Fire Marshal.<br>
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<b>DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:</b><br>
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This is the second in a series of five fire marshal-related job classifications within the Public Safety/Emergency Management job family. This classification is distinguished by the years of experience related to Fire Safety and Prevention. Available for emergency response at all times when in geographic area. Emergency operations require working under difficult conditions. This classification requires a flexible work schedule to meet the needs of the department, including frequent evenings and weekends.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties and Responsibilities</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Ensures 24-hour fire coverage of on-duty and on-call personnel. Conducts analysis of fire and explosion scenes to determine origin and cause. Documents and takes photographs of scenes, makes sketches, gathers and preserves evidence. Conducts interviews with witnesses, suspects and those with interests in the property. Takes written and sworn statements. May be responsible for an Arson Canine Program and provide housing, training and upkeep of arson dog. May assist in Juvenile Fire Setter Intervention Program by counseling and training juvenile offenders.
</li><li>Initiates and completes assigned investigation and case reports and related documents. Conducts follow-up investigations. Prepares affidavits for arrest warrants, search warrants and subpoenas and executes them. Prepares cases for presentation to prosecutor's office. Testifies before grand jury, justice of the peace court, state and federal courts.
</li><li>Supports emergency operations in fire protection, rescue, aviation, law enforcement, hazmat, homeland security and emergency management. Instruct classes on fire protection. Makes public presentations related to fire prevention education. Maintains assigned County vehicle and equipment.
</li><li>Schedules and responds to citizen requests for fire inspections. Conducts Plan Reviews. Performs inspections of homes, businesses, schools and other structures. Detects fire hazards and makes recommendations for corrections. Performs timely follow-up inspections to ensure compliance. Performs inspections of County-owned and leased facilities in conjunction with Risk Management and Facilities Management. Maintains records and reports of inspections. Makes public education presentations.
</li><li>Performs other job-related duties as assigned.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Requirements</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Education and Experience:</b><br>
Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, Fire Science or Fire Technology/Engineering Technology or a directly related field AND three (3) years' experience in public safety (law enforcement, fire protection, fire inspector/prevention) for a government agency;<br>
OR,<br>
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.<br>
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<b>Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:</b><br>
Basic Certification issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).<br>
Basic TCFP Arson Investigator Certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection or successfully obtain within six months from the start date of employment.<br>
Basic TCFP Fire Inspector Certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection or successfully obtain within six months from the start date of employment.<br>
Valid Texas Driver's License.<br>
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<b>Preferred:</b><br>
Intermediate or Advanced TCFP Arson Investigator and TCFP Fire Instructor certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.<br>
Certification to the technician level in compliance with 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.120.<br>
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<b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b><br>
<b>Knowledge of:</b></p><ul>
<li>Fire inspection procedures, including NFPA 101, International Fire Code, NFPA 13 and NFPA 72.
</li><li>Arson investigation procedures.
</li><li>Texas Penal Code, the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and of the Incident Command System (ICS).
</li><li>Appropriate response to emergency situations.
</li><li>Policies, practices, procedures and terminology.
</li><li>Federal, State, Local and County applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.
</li><li>Budgetary and fiscal process.
</li><li>Online computer searching.
</li><li>Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and variety of software packages.
</li><li>Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.</li></ul><b>
Skill in:</b><ul>
<li>Interviewing.
</li><li>Meeting emergencies.
</li><li>Researching, analyzing, compiling, preparing and presenting technical data/information and reports.
</li><li>Explaining complicated technical problems in simple non-technical language.
</li><li>Problem-solving and decision-making.
</li><li>Using handguns and other firearms.
</li><li>Both verbal and written communication, including presentations.</li></ul><b>
Ability to:</b><ul>
<li>Instruct, advise, plan, assign and coordinate activities.
</li><li>Work independently.
</li><li>Maintain accurate logs.
</li><li>Read and comprehend technical publications.
</li><li>Communicate effectively.
</li><li>Work calmly, effectively and decisively in emergency situations.
</li><li>Reason and make judgments and decisions.
</li><li>Manage time well and perform multiple tasks, and organize diverse activities.
</li><li>Perform in a stressful environment, while maintaining a professional manner.
</li><li>Work on a wide variety of tasks simultaneously and produce timely and tangible results.
</li><li>Utilize online resources.
</li><li>Work as a team member within a diverse organization.
</li><li>Research, compile, analyze, interpret and prepare a variety of memorandums or reports.
</li><li>Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, representatives of outside agencies, public safety agencies, attorneys, emergency services professionals and the general public.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Work Environment &amp; Other Information</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 50-100 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions. Must be available to work in inclement weather. Subject to contact with dust, dangerous machinery, noise, fumes, potential harm, vibration, communicable diseases, and hazardous chemicals. May be subject to performing physically challenging work in environmentally adverse and dangerous conditions.<br>
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Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.<br>
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Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday.<br>
Works some holidays, Works some nights, Works some weekends<br>
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Location: 314 West 11th Street Austin, TX 78701<br>
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Department: Emergency Services<br>
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Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.<br>
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For updates or questions on this position, contact: Katy.Westfall@traviscountytx.gov<br>
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<b>This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.</b></p></div></div></div>

JOB
<br>Are you looking for career opportunities that provides top-notch benefits including paid vacation and sick leave, outstanding health and dental insurance, a free health clinic for you and your dependents, a generous retirement plan, and much more? Then bring your talents and leadership to Travis County!Serve as principal legal counsel to the County Attorney on civil matters, board counsel to the Travis County Commissioners Court, and directly oversees the civil division of the County Attorney’s Office which includes approximately 40 attorneys and 50 support staff.Distinguishing Characteristics: This is second in a series of two attorney-related job classifications within the Senior Management/Middle Management job family. Reports directly to the Elected Official and functions as the second highest level of management within the department. Has broad scope of operational and staff responsibility and directs through subordinate division directors.
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
<br>Directs daily operations of divisions and provides executive leadership, management and coordination. Oversees management and staff, including hiring, performance evaluation, disciplinary actions and dismissals, and monitors consistency of activities with goals and objectives. Seeks and creates opportunities for improved performance, learning and development of staff. Identifies and addresses problems or conflicts.Performs advanced legal work, including research, case preparation and Court appearances, as lead counsel on selected cases, including cases of particular difficulty or sensitivity. Confers with legal and investigative staff and provides guidance and direction. Resolves problem case negotiations.Plans and develops policies, procedures and programs. Supervises planning, development and preparation of annual budget.Receives and reviews reports, monitors programs and interprets findings. Evaluates current programs, procedures and practices on an on-going basis. Keeps elected official informed on progress of significant cases, sensitive investigations and matters of note.Meets with entities to establish procedures to facilitate coordination in continuing efforts to improve the criminal and civil justice system.Serves as liaison with community and judiciary on law enforcement problems and functions as resource person for advice and assistance to prosecutors and law enforcement agencies. Represents the department at community and business gatherings and makes presentations to groups and organizations.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
<br>Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 10-25 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions.Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.Work Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM; Monday through Friday.Hybrid Telecommuting available and to be discussed fully during interview.Location: 314 W. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701Department: County AttorneyCriminal Background Check, Driving Record, Education, and Employment History Check Required.For updates or questions on this position, contact: Chantelle.Abruzzo@traviscountytx.gov

Attorney Deputy Chief Sr

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Are you looking for career opportunities that provides top-notch benefits including paid vacation and sick leave, outstanding health and dental insurance, a free health clinic for you and your dependents, a generous retirement plan, and much more? Then bring your talents and leadership to Travis County!</p><p><br>
Serve as principal legal counsel to the County Attorney on civil matters, board counsel to the Travis County Commissioners Court, and directly oversees the civil division of the County Attorney&rsquo;s Office which includes approximately 40 attorneys and 50 support staff.</p><div><b>
Distinguishing Characteristics:</b></div><p>
This is second in a series of two attorney-related job classifications within the Senior Management/Middle Management job family. Reports directly to the Elected Official and functions as the second highest level of management within the department. Has broad scope of operational and staff responsibility and directs through subordinate division directors.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties and Responsibilities</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Directs daily operations of divisions and provides executive leadership, management and coordination. Oversees management and staff, including hiring, performance evaluation, disciplinary actions and dismissals, and monitors consistency of activities with goals and objectives. Seeks and creates opportunities for improved performance, learning and development of staff. Identifies and addresses problems or conflicts.</li><li>
Performs advanced legal work, including research, case preparation and Court appearances, as lead counsel on selected cases, including cases of particular difficulty or sensitivity. Confers with legal and investigative staff and provides guidance and direction. Resolves problem case negotiations.</li><li>
Plans and develops policies, procedures and programs. Supervises planning, development and preparation of annual budget.</li><li>
Receives and reviews reports, monitors programs and interprets findings. Evaluates current programs, procedures and practices on an on-going basis. Keeps elected official informed on progress of significant cases, sensitive investigations and matters of note.</li><li>
Meets with entities to establish procedures to facilitate coordination in continuing efforts to improve the criminal and civil justice system.</li><li>
Serves as liaison with community and judiciary on law enforcement problems and functions as resource person for advice and assistance to prosecutors and law enforcement agencies. Represents the department at community and business gatherings and makes presentations to groups and organizations.</li><li>
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Requirements</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Education and Experience:</b><br>
J.D./LL.B. from an accredited law school AND ten (10) years licensed attorney work experience in diverse civil/criminal matters, including five (5) years of mid- to senior level supervisory or management experience.<br>
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<b>Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:</b><br>
Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.<br>
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<b>Preferred:</b><br>
Ten (10) plus years of management experience<br>
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<b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b><br>
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<b>Knowledge of:</b></p><ul><li>
Management and supervisory principles, practices and techniques.</li><li>
Jurisprudence, criminal and civil law and procedures, including constitutional and statutory law.</li><li>
Federal, State, Local and County applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.</li><li>
Methods and practices of pleading cases and of effective techniques for presentation of cases in Court or of effectively presenting facts and precedents verbally and in writing in law related matters.</li><li>
Policies, practices, procedures and terminology of assigned function.</li><li>
Accounting, purchasing and budgetary theory, principles and practices.</li><li>
Investigative techniques.</li><li>
Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.</li><li>
Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.</li><li>
May be required to develop knowledge of and adhere to federal and state laws requiring the confidential handling of certain health information.</li></ul><b>
Skill in:</b><ul><li>
Supervising others, allocating resources and evaluating programs.</li><li>
Problem-solving and decision-making.</li><li>
Analyzing and appraising facts, policies, procedures and legal precedents in area of specialty.</li><li>
Trial and appeal of felony offenses.</li><li>
Drafting and executing search and arrest warrants.</li><li>
Both verbal and written communication, including presentations.</li></ul><b>
Ability to:</b><ul><li>
Motivate, train, supervise and develop attorneys and support staff.</li><li>
Analyze and appraise facts, procedures, and legal precedents affecting complex Court cases in area of specialty.</li><li>
Conduct legal research and analysis, both manually and electronically.</li><li>
Present facts, precedents and arguments verbally and in writing and apply negotiation skills.</li><li>
Work independently and efficiently.</li><li>
Manage time well, perform multiple tasks and organize diverse activities.</li><li>
Work well under pressure and exercise tact in trying situations.</li><li>
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental clientele, representatives of outside agencies, other County employees and officials, and the general public.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Work Environment &amp; Other Information</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 10-25 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions.<br>
<br>
Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.<br>
<br>
<b>This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.</b><br>
<br>
Work Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM; Monday through Friday.<br>
Hybrid Telecommuting available and to be discussed fully during interview.<br>
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Location: 314 W. 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78701<br>
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Department: County Attorney<br>
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Criminal Background Check, Driving Record, Education, and Employment History Check Required.<br>
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For updates or questions on this position, contact: Chantelle.Abruzzo@traviscountytx.gov</p></div></div></div>

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Fire Marshal Deputy Assistant II

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Attorney Deputy Chief Sr

Attorney Deputy Chief Sr