MONTGOMERY COUNTY JOB POSTING NOTICE
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS POSTING WITHOUT NOTICE.
DEPARTMENT: County Attorney’s Office
JOB GRADE: 17
JOB TITLE: Attorney I
ANNUAL SALARY: Depending on experience
LOCATION: 501 North Thompson, Ste. 300, Conroe, TX 77301
CIVIL SERVICE: No
SHIFT HOURS: Monday – Friday (8:00 am – 5:00pm)
SUBMIT APPLICATIONS: Montgomery County – Human Resources Department
ADDRESS: 501 N. Thompson, Ste. 400 Conroe, TX 77301
PHONE: (936) 539 – 7886 FAX: (936) 788-8396
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: www.mctx.org
OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Montgomery County Attorney’s Office has 3 divisions (Civil, CPS, and Juvenile Prosecution) and employs a staff of approximately 35, including lawyers, legal support staff, a victim assistance coordinator, investigators, and an administrative manager. Our office serves as the chief legal advisor for the county government, which includes over 3,000 employees. For additional information about the Montgomery County Attorney’s office, please visit our website at www.mctx.org/departments/departments_a_-_c/county_attorney/index.php.
The Montgomery County Attorney’s Office is located in downtown Conroe, Texas approximately 40 miles north of Houston and less than 10 miles north of The Woodlands. The county is one of the fastest growing in the state, and it has a current population of approximately 700,000.
Education, Experience and Skill Requirements
- Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Texas
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment are essential
- Must have strong communication skills, writing ability, research, and organizational skills
Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks, work efficiently within time constraints and deadlines, and handle stressful situations - Must be willing to handle any administrative duties required to effectively represent your client
Primary Job Duties
This position is anticipated to be an entry level position where the Assistant County Attorney will develop expertise in a variety of areas not necessarily confined to a single section. The work will be performed under the supervision of one or more experienced attorneys in Litigation, Real Property and Government Affairs sections. There is future opportunity to be assigned to a specific section.
The ideal candidate should have strong writing, research, organizational, and communication skills, as well as an interest in public sector law. Additionally, strong interpersonal skills are essential to deal effectively with elected officials, department managers, county staff and the public.
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