Fort Bend County
Sr. Litigation Coordinator - County Attorney's Office
Fort Bend County, Richmond, Texas, United States, 77406
Sr. Litigation Coordinator - County Attorney's Office
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Sr. Litigation Coordinator - County Attorney's Office
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Fort Bend County .
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!
Responsibilities
Liaise between hospitals, courts (judges, probate auditors, and coordinators), Attorneys Ad Litem and public for high-volume and extremely time-sensitive caseloads.
Sets up and maintains HIPAA-protected files and information.
Prepares documents for review and revision by attorney in preparation for filing.
Maintains attorney’s calendars and dockets, including appearance dates, and other related matters, to ensure deadlines are met.
Assist attorney with the training of county department staff (including Sheriff’s deputies), hospital staff, and prospective attorneys ad litem.
Maintain subject matter/case process logs for multiple case types.
Submit work orders to IT for the maintenance of form letters in document management system.
Liaise with County Court at Law Managing Judge during a local state of disaster.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School/GED and 2 years of specialized vocational/technical training.
5 years job-related experience.
Strong computer and typing skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Excellent verbal and written communications; ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
Accustomed to working in a time-sensitive environment. Ability to work afterhours, when necessary.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Paralegal Certificate preferred; Notary Public preferred; Bilingual preferred.
STARTING SALARY RANGE:
$25.21 - $31.52 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. Fort Bend County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Government Administration
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Sr. Litigation Coordinator - County Attorney's Office
role at
Fort Bend County .
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!
Responsibilities
Liaise between hospitals, courts (judges, probate auditors, and coordinators), Attorneys Ad Litem and public for high-volume and extremely time-sensitive caseloads.
Sets up and maintains HIPAA-protected files and information.
Prepares documents for review and revision by attorney in preparation for filing.
Maintains attorney’s calendars and dockets, including appearance dates, and other related matters, to ensure deadlines are met.
Assist attorney with the training of county department staff (including Sheriff’s deputies), hospital staff, and prospective attorneys ad litem.
Maintain subject matter/case process logs for multiple case types.
Submit work orders to IT for the maintenance of form letters in document management system.
Liaise with County Court at Law Managing Judge during a local state of disaster.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School/GED and 2 years of specialized vocational/technical training.
5 years job-related experience.
Strong computer and typing skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Excellent verbal and written communications; ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
Accustomed to working in a time-sensitive environment. Ability to work afterhours, when necessary.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Paralegal Certificate preferred; Notary Public preferred; Bilingual preferred.
STARTING SALARY RANGE:
$25.21 - $31.52 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. Fort Bend County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Government Administration
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