Weekend Indigent Defense Coordinator Assistant

Webb County (TX); Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Webb County in Texas seeks a court clerk assistant to manage weekend magistrate court appointments for indigent defendants. You will interview inmates, determine eligibility for court-appointed counsel, and route orders to attorneys and pretrial services.

Must have a high school diploma and at least two years in the judiciary field, plus bilingual English/Spanish communication. Proficiency with MS Office and standard office equipment is required; a Texas driver’s license and notary bond are also

Qualifications

• Knowledge of county policies and criminal judicial process.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English; orally in Spanish.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Interview inmates to determine eligibility for court-appointed attorney representation.
• Prepare and route Orders of Indigency and court appointments to magistrate, attorneys, and pretrial services.
• Maintain and monitor the Magistrate's appointment list of attorneys; perform related duties.

Skills

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Webb County in Texas seeks a court clerk assistant to manage weekend magistrate court appointments for indigent defendants. You will interview inmates, determine eligibility for court-appointed counsel, and route orders to attorneys and pretrial services.

Must have a high school diploma and at least two years in the judiciary field, plus bilingual English/Spanish communication. Proficiency with MS Office and standard office equipment is required; a Texas driver’s license and notary bond are also