Sr. Office Assistant - District Attorney's Office

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Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation.  We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home.  Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.  The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.  Live Here! Work Here!

• Records, reviews, files and inputs data to computer database.
• Collects data in response to inquiries from merchants, public, defense attorneys, and fellow employees.
• Maintains files in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Fills in data information in the preparation of warrants; assists defendants with affidavits; responds to defendant and defendant’s attorney inquiries.
• Exchanges information with different arresting agencies, court secretaries, prosecutors, and County Clerk personnel.
• Retrieves data from database and paper files as part of discovery compliance.
• Greet the public, attorneys, law enforcement personnel and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Answer, screen, and route incoming phone calls accurately and efficiently.
• Provide general information to the public while adhering to confidentiality and legal guidelines.
• Receive and distribute mail, subpoenas and legal documents.                     
• Receive and distribute mail, subpoenas and legal documents.
• Maintain front desk coverage and manage visitors while maintaining cleanliness and organization of the reception area.
• Maintain office logs, directories and contact lists.
• Assist administrative staff with date entry, copying scanning and other clerical tasks.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High School/GED.
• Two years job related experience. Experience in a legal, government or public-facing office preferred..
• Strong computer and typing skills (minimum 30 WPM); Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; good interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, elected officials and outside agencies.
• Ability to learn and comprehend established office routines and policies from oral and written instructions, including financial and mathematical tasks; understanding of ethics and confidential issues. 
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $16.34 - $20.43 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

 
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
 
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal  and local  laws, unless  such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
 
For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply
 
Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.