Administrative Assistant - County Attorney's Office
Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation, offering a welcoming workplace environment that values diversity and inclusivity.
About the role
Assists with facilitating public access to government information under the direction of legal counsel, including:
- Receiving, tracking, and processing open records requests and cost estimate letters
- Drafting legal briefs to seek a ruling from the Office of the Attorney General
- Regulating disclosure of privileged, exempt, and/or confidential information pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act
Prepares and processes legal correspondence and documents, as well as mail, email, and arranges delivery of legal and other papers to parties as directed. Acts as a liaison between the public, agencies, media, attorneys, and other county departments and elected offices. Serves as backup to all support staff positions, assists with incoming telephone calls and in-person requests from the public, and trains new employees on office support functions.
Assists division manager with special projects requiring institutional knowledge, state and local laws, and creation of professional work product. Reviews documents and redacts information exempt from public disclosure under the Public Information Act. Sets up and maintains general counsel files and public information request files. Participates in emergency management activities during a local state of disaster as directed.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate public access to government information under legal counsel’s direction
- Prepare and process legal correspondence and documents
- Act as liaison between public, agencies, media, attorneys, and county departments
- Backup support staff and handle incoming calls/requests from the public
- Train new employees on office support functions
- Assist with special projects using institutional knowledge and legal expertise
- Review and redact documents under the Public Information Act
- Maintain general counsel and public information request files
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Participate in emergency management activities during disasters
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 3 years of job-related experience
- Strong computer and typing skills (40 wpm)
- Strong verbal skills and ability to interact effectively with employees and the public
- Familiarity with Texas laws governing public information
Pay
Starting salary range: $18.31 - $22.89 hourly based on qualifications
Benefits
- All employees are members of the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS)
- Full-time employees receive a wide range of additional benefits