Qureos Mentor

Williamson County Adult Probation

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>JOB SUMMARY</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>Reporting directly to the Magistrate Court Administrator, responsible for performing complex duties in compliance with statutory timeframes in support of the Associate Judges presiding over magistration hearings. Identifies and prepares required legal documents and court orders for each hearing. Disseminates legal documents to multiple stakeholders utilizing internal and external communication platforms and databases. Answers and responds to calls, emails, and correspondence regarding magistration.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Reviews and confirms completeness of law enforcement arrest reports and subsequent jail record entry for newly arrested defendants, ensuring all necessary information is included and assigns to appropriate court/jurisdiction</li><li>
Prepares legal documents including warrants, blood search warrants, personal bonds, bond conditions, emergency protective orders, ignition interlock orders, mental health assessment orders and any other legal orders requested by Associate Judge</li><li>
In compliance with state law, enters defendant and charge information into Public Safety Reporting System database to create Public Safety Report for judicial review prior to magistration</li><li>
Submits pertinent Emergency Protective Order information to Department of Public Safety and Protective Order Registry database daily</li><li>
Notifies local mental health authority when assessments are ordered, distributes completed assessments to defense attorney, court of record, clerk of record, and prosecutor&rsquo;s office while maintaining compliance with HIPAA and department policies</li><li>
Prioritizes and completes time sensitive work in compliance with department policies and state law</li><li>
Reviews accuracy of prepared documents and orders prior to submission to the Associate Judge and ensures post magistration hearing documents are error free and have appropriate signatures and dates</li><li>
Assists with coordination of court dockets and court scheduling</li><li>
Performs record management duties by creating, retaining, distributing and disposing of case information per department operating procedure or as prescribed by law</li><li>
Handles confidential information independently and under the general direction of Associate Judge in compliance with department policies</li><li>
Responds to contacts, communications, and inquiries related to magistration matters, including from law enforcement, defendants, victims, attorneys, County and District Courts, County and District Attorney, Justice of the Peace, Municipal Court, and from out of county and state courts</li><li>
Serves as liaison between magistration, booking, prosecutors, defense, and other various state and local officials</li><li>
Attends all meetings and trainings as required</li><li>
Performs special duties as assigned</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS</b></div><ul><li>
Reports directly to &ndash; Magistrate Court Administrator</li><li>
Direct Reports &ndash; No</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS</b></div><div><ul><li>
Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, reading, visual examination of documents, reaching, standing, walking, twisting, bending, repetitive motions, and occasional lifting</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS</b></div><ul><li>
Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment</li><li>
Work is regularly performed in a secured area of the jail</li><li>
Limited interaction with persons accused or convicted of crimes</li><li>
Work is fast paced, requires independent judgement and an ability to meet legally mandated deadlines</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
IRREGULAR HOURS</b></div><ul><li>
Work outside of regular office hours (Monday-Friday) is required to meet deadlines</li><li>
Rotating weekends and holidays is required</li><li>
Essential personnel policy is applicable to this position</li><li>
Regular attendance is required</li></ul><div><i><br>
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.</i></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of clerical experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience</li><li>
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Pro</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b></div><div><b>
Required within thirty (30) days of employment</b></div><div><ul><li>
Valid driver&rsquo;s license</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Required within six (6) months of employment</b></div><ul><li>
Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (TLETS) certification</li><li>
Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification</li><li>
Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) certification</li><li>
National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></div><ul><li>
Associate degree in the Criminal Justice field</li><li>
Prior work experience in a court or legal setting</li><li>
Experience with Odyssey Navigator</li><li>
Bilingual (Spanish)</li></ul><div><b><br>
EMPLOYMENT TESTING</b></div><div>
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:</div><ul><li>
Criminal background check: Yes</li><li>
Motor Vehicle Record check: No</li><li>
Drug screening: No</li><li>
Physical exam: No</li><li>
Psychological exam: No</li><li>
Additional: N/A</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p>A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.</p><p><i>
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.</i></p><div><b><br>
TOBACCO FRE</b><b>E WORKPLACE POLICY</b></div><div>
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.</div></div></div></div><p></p>

Pretrial Court Services Specialist

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>JOB SUMMARY</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>Reporting directly to a Criminal Division Director, responsible for all adult misdemeanor prosecutions from intake through final disposition. Screens new cases, makes charging and filing decisions, and represents the State of Texas in all court proceedings, plea negotiations, evidence review, trial preparation, and witness interviews. Supervises adult criminal prosecutions in a County Court at Law and one or more Justice of the Peace courts. Trains and assists less experienced prosecutors.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Performs case intake, screens, and follows-up on investigations to include reviewing police reports and evidence submitted by law enforcement agencies</li><li>
Drafts investigative requests for additional evidence, makes charging decisions, and files charging instruments</li></ul><ul><li>
Assists with personnel management, including recommendations for hiring, firing, termination, employee recognition, disciplinary action, and training</li><li>
Conducts performance evaluations and makes pay recommendations</li></ul><ul><li>
Represents the State in County Courts at Law, ensuring cases have been appropriately prepared for each docket, working towards resolving the cases while in court, discussing plea options and other case needs with defense attorneys, working alongside probation officers, filing any necessary court documents, and providing information to the Court upon request</li><li>
Prepares for and represents the State in contested court hearings, to include reviewing evidence, interviewing witnesses, preparing trial motions, responding to defense motions, preparing trial exhibits, and conducting the hearing (i.e., jury selection, opening statements, witness examination and closing arguments)</li><li>
Makes appropriate plea offers upon reviewing evidence, criminal histories, police reports and other relevant information, negotiates with defense attorneys, and handles discovery requests</li><li>
Prepares for and represents the State in any hearings in open court for motions to revoke probation, motions to amend bond conditions, motions to increase bond, and for restitution</li><li>
Prepares for and represents the State during pretrials, announcement dockets, and first appearance dockets</li><li>
Assists with the screening, filing, and hearings for obtaining Protective Orders as needed</li><li>
Performs legal research by reading statutes and codes, analytical books, online case research, and specialized practice guides</li><li>
Interviews and communicates with victims and witnesses, and answers questions regarding the criminal justice system</li><li>
Drafts legal documents such as motions, memoranda, and briefs</li><li>
Represents the State in Justice of the Peace courts to include travelling to various precincts on a weekly basis to process all criminal cases set for pretrial dockets or contested hearings, negotiates with defense attorneys and pro-se defendants, and represents the State in bench and jury trials</li><li>
Reviews offense reports and discovery logs to ensure that all discovery has been received and made available to defense counsel</li><li>
Processes applications, reviews assessments, and processes approvals and denials for the pretrial intervention program</li><li>
Communicates with county personnel, elected officials, Judges, defense attorneys, victims and witnesses of crime, law enforcement agencies, and the general public on behalf of the County Attorney&rsquo;s Office</li></ul><ul><li>
Attends all meetings and trainings, as required</li><li>
Performs special duties as assigned</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS</b></div><ul><li>
Reports directly to &ndash; Criminal Division Director (Trial)</li><li>
Direct Reports &ndash; Yes</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS</b></div><div><ul><li>
Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS</b></div><ul><li>
Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment</li><li>
Regular travel between work sites as required</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
IRREGULAR HOURS</b></div><ul><li>
Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required</li><li>
May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency</li><li>
Regular attendance is required</li></ul><div></div><div><i><br>
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.</i></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Doctor of Jurisprudence from an accredited law school and three (3) years of experience as a licensed attorney</li><li>
One (1) year of demonstrated lead or supervisory experience</li><li>
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, LexisNexis, and Westlaw</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b></div><div><b>
Required</b></div><div><ul><li>
State Bar of Texas</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Required within thirty (30) days of employment</b></div><div><ul><li>
Valid driver&rsquo;s license</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Required within six (6) months of employment</b></div><ul><li>
Texas Crime Information Center (TCIC) certification</li><li>
Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></div><ul><li>
One (1) year of personnel management experience</li><li>
Working knowledge of Odyssey, Jabber, and Digital Evidence Management System (DEMS)</li><li>
Experience representing the State in a prosecutor&rsquo;s office or other governmental agency</li><li>
Criminal trial experience</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
EMPLOYMENT TESTING</b></div><div>
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:</div><ul><li>
Criminal background check: Yes</li><li>
Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes</li><li>
Drug screening: No</li><li>
Physical exam: No</li><li>
Psychological exam: No</li><li>
Additional: N/A</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p>A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.<br>
<br>
<i>Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.</i></p><div></div><div><b><br>
TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY</b></div><div>
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.</div></div></div></div><p></p>

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