Austin Energy
Associate Judge - Central Booking (Overnight)
Austin Energy, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Associate Judge - Central Booking (Overnight)Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the
Apply for this Job
link/button.
Position InformationPosting Title:
Associate Judge - Central Booking (Overnight)
Job Requisition Number:
COA091560
Position Number:
100635
Job Type:
Full-Time
Division Name:
Municipal Court
Minimum QualificationsEducation and/or Equivalent Experience:
Graduation from an accredited school of law, plus two (2) years of experience as a practicing attorney in the State of Texas.
Residency in the City of Austin for a period of not less than two (2) years immediately preceding appointment is required.
Licenses or Certifications:
Member in good standing State Bar of Texas.
Notes to Applicants:
Please note that this is an overnight position from 10PM to 6AM, Sunday – Thursday.
The term for this position expires on 12/31/2025.
Salary:
The salary for this position is $77.11. Please note that the salary will be approved by Council upon appointment. *Differential is paid for Central Booking assignment.
The City pays for Annual Bar Dues and approved required annual training.
The work of the court:
Please note that all court settings are open to the public. The Municipal Court is the judicial branch of local government, the City of Austin. The court commits to administering fair, efficient, and prompt justice. Court services are handled both onsite and online, or by telephone, email, and mail.
The court decides the lowest level criminal offenses in the state of Texas, including traffic, city ordinance, juvenile, and disabled parking. The court also:
Collaborates with community court
Processes citizen complaints
Presides over bench and jury trials
Processes parking citations
Responds to requests for public information
Explains options when:
delinquent cases are sent to the collection agency
delinquent cases cause a juvenile or minor’s driver’s license renewal to be denied
you are accused of a violating class C law in Austin, even if you don’t live here
you can’t comply with court orders
Our Youth Services Unit:
Helps juveniles and their families understand what they need to do to comply with court orders and/or program requirements.
Provides educational alternative sentencing and deferral options that, if successfully completed, keep a charge off a juvenile’s record.
The City of Austin is committed to providing cost-effective, sustainable benefits that assist employees in being physically and mentally healthy. This includes low cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more.
Click here to review the City of Austin’s Employee Benefits Guide.
Application Details:
A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position.
This position is open until filled; however, interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply no later than
September 9, 2024
for optimum consideration.
This position is subject to the Texas Open Records Act.
Pay Range:
$77.11
Hours:
Overnight – 10PM to 6AM
Days:
Sunday – Thursday
Work location will be at the Travis County Central Booking Facility. Municipal Court operations are 24/7. Schedule and location may change based on business needs.
Preferred QualificationsThe Ideal Candidate:
The Ideal Candidate excels in handling criminal case appeals, collaborating with community courts, and addressing citizen complaints. They possess expertise in trials, parking citations, and responding to public information requests, skillfully explaining options for delinquencies, juvenile license matters, class C law violations in Austin, and court order challenges. Committed to justice within our Youth Services Unit, they provide educational alternatives to prevent charges from appearing on juvenile records.
The following core competencies are important for this role:
Legal Knowledge and Application
- Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of judicial procedures, civil and criminal law, municipal codes, and relevant state laws.
Effective Communication
- Exhibits strong oral and written communication skills to convey legal information clearly and persuasively.
Organizational and Analytical Skills
- Applies exceptional organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
Conflict Resolution and Adaptability
- Demonstrates the ability to handle conflicts and uncertain situations with poise.
Equity and Inclusion
- Applies an equity lens and framework to promote inclusive, diverse, and safe workspaces and programs.
Duties, Functions and ResponsibilitiesEssential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned:
Determines whether probable cause is present in arrest and search warrants for all levels of criminal offenses.
Reviews and administers applicable legislation.
Reviews information from Pre-Trial and the State of Texas Public Safety Reporting System regarding consideration of personal recognizance (non-cash) bonds and makes determinations.
Determines bail amounts and bond conditions as appropriate.
Performs duties of a magistrate enumerated in the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 15.17.
Presides over Counsel at First Appearance (“CAFA”) dockets as the program becomes active.
Responsibilities – Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
Limited supervision of courtroom staff.
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesMust possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed:
Knowledge of judicial procedures.
Knowledge of civil and criminal law.
Knowledge of the Municipal codes and State laws.
Skill in effective oral and/or written communication.
Skill in organizing, interpreting and applying legal principles to complex legal problems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
Criminal Background InvestigationThis position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADAThe City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires Graduation from an accredited school of law plus two (2) years of experience as a practicing attorney in the state of Texas. Do you meet these requirements?Yes
No
* Are you a member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas?Yes
No
* How many years of experience do you have practicing criminal law? (Open Ended Question)
* How many pre-trial hearings have you first (1st) chaired? (Open Ended Question)
* Have you appeared before the Austin Municipal Court or another Municipal Court?Yes
No
* Describe any experience you have had appearing before the Austin Municipal Court or another municipal court? (Open Ended Question)
* Are you board certified in criminal law?Yes
No
* List any significant criminal law CLE's you have attended in the last two years. (Open Ended Question)
* Do you have any experience working with pro se defendants in criminal matters?Yes
No
* Describe any experience you have working with pro se defendants in criminal matters. (Open Ended Question)
* Do you have experience examining probable cause?Yes
No
* Describe your experience examining probable cause. (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your familiarity of criminal procedure and the penal code. (Open Ended Question)
* Have you 1st chaired any criminal jury trials?Yes
No
* How many criminal jury trials have you 1st chaired? (Open Ended Question)
* Have you 1st chaired any criminal bench trials?Yes
No
* How many criminal bench trials have you 1st chaired? (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your knowledge and training with the Judicial Cannons of Conduct as applicable to municipal court judges. (Open Ended Question)
* If selected for this position, do you intend to practice criminal law outside of Travis County?Yes
No
* The City Charter states that a judge of the municipal court "shall have resided in the city for a period of not less than two (2) years immediately preceding his or her appointment." As of January 1, 2022, will you have resided in the City of Austin for 2 consecutive years?Yes
No
* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) to be hired.I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI).
Optional & Required DocumentsRequired Documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
Optional Documents:
Contact City of Austin Employment ServicesOffice: 512-978-JOBS (5627)Privacy Notice
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Apply for this Job
link/button.
Position InformationPosting Title:
Associate Judge - Central Booking (Overnight)
Job Requisition Number:
COA091560
Position Number:
100635
Job Type:
Full-Time
Division Name:
Municipal Court
Minimum QualificationsEducation and/or Equivalent Experience:
Graduation from an accredited school of law, plus two (2) years of experience as a practicing attorney in the State of Texas.
Residency in the City of Austin for a period of not less than two (2) years immediately preceding appointment is required.
Licenses or Certifications:
Member in good standing State Bar of Texas.
Notes to Applicants:
Please note that this is an overnight position from 10PM to 6AM, Sunday – Thursday.
The term for this position expires on 12/31/2025.
Salary:
The salary for this position is $77.11. Please note that the salary will be approved by Council upon appointment. *Differential is paid for Central Booking assignment.
The City pays for Annual Bar Dues and approved required annual training.
The work of the court:
Please note that all court settings are open to the public. The Municipal Court is the judicial branch of local government, the City of Austin. The court commits to administering fair, efficient, and prompt justice. Court services are handled both onsite and online, or by telephone, email, and mail.
The court decides the lowest level criminal offenses in the state of Texas, including traffic, city ordinance, juvenile, and disabled parking. The court also:
Collaborates with community court
Processes citizen complaints
Presides over bench and jury trials
Processes parking citations
Responds to requests for public information
Explains options when:
delinquent cases are sent to the collection agency
delinquent cases cause a juvenile or minor’s driver’s license renewal to be denied
you are accused of a violating class C law in Austin, even if you don’t live here
you can’t comply with court orders
Our Youth Services Unit:
Helps juveniles and their families understand what they need to do to comply with court orders and/or program requirements.
Provides educational alternative sentencing and deferral options that, if successfully completed, keep a charge off a juvenile’s record.
The City of Austin is committed to providing cost-effective, sustainable benefits that assist employees in being physically and mentally healthy. This includes low cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more.
Click here to review the City of Austin’s Employee Benefits Guide.
Application Details:
A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience that is relevant to this position.
This position is open until filled; however, interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply no later than
September 9, 2024
for optimum consideration.
This position is subject to the Texas Open Records Act.
Pay Range:
$77.11
Hours:
Overnight – 10PM to 6AM
Days:
Sunday – Thursday
Work location will be at the Travis County Central Booking Facility. Municipal Court operations are 24/7. Schedule and location may change based on business needs.
Preferred QualificationsThe Ideal Candidate:
The Ideal Candidate excels in handling criminal case appeals, collaborating with community courts, and addressing citizen complaints. They possess expertise in trials, parking citations, and responding to public information requests, skillfully explaining options for delinquencies, juvenile license matters, class C law violations in Austin, and court order challenges. Committed to justice within our Youth Services Unit, they provide educational alternatives to prevent charges from appearing on juvenile records.
The following core competencies are important for this role:
Legal Knowledge and Application
- Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of judicial procedures, civil and criminal law, municipal codes, and relevant state laws.
Effective Communication
- Exhibits strong oral and written communication skills to convey legal information clearly and persuasively.
Organizational and Analytical Skills
- Applies exceptional organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
Conflict Resolution and Adaptability
- Demonstrates the ability to handle conflicts and uncertain situations with poise.
Equity and Inclusion
- Applies an equity lens and framework to promote inclusive, diverse, and safe workspaces and programs.
Duties, Functions and ResponsibilitiesEssential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned:
Determines whether probable cause is present in arrest and search warrants for all levels of criminal offenses.
Reviews and administers applicable legislation.
Reviews information from Pre-Trial and the State of Texas Public Safety Reporting System regarding consideration of personal recognizance (non-cash) bonds and makes determinations.
Determines bail amounts and bond conditions as appropriate.
Performs duties of a magistrate enumerated in the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 15.17.
Presides over Counsel at First Appearance (“CAFA”) dockets as the program becomes active.
Responsibilities – Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
Limited supervision of courtroom staff.
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesMust possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed:
Knowledge of judicial procedures.
Knowledge of civil and criminal law.
Knowledge of the Municipal codes and State laws.
Skill in effective oral and/or written communication.
Skill in organizing, interpreting and applying legal principles to complex legal problems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
Criminal Background InvestigationThis position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADAThe City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires Graduation from an accredited school of law plus two (2) years of experience as a practicing attorney in the state of Texas. Do you meet these requirements?Yes
No
* Are you a member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas?Yes
No
* How many years of experience do you have practicing criminal law? (Open Ended Question)
* How many pre-trial hearings have you first (1st) chaired? (Open Ended Question)
* Have you appeared before the Austin Municipal Court or another Municipal Court?Yes
No
* Describe any experience you have had appearing before the Austin Municipal Court or another municipal court? (Open Ended Question)
* Are you board certified in criminal law?Yes
No
* List any significant criminal law CLE's you have attended in the last two years. (Open Ended Question)
* Do you have any experience working with pro se defendants in criminal matters?Yes
No
* Describe any experience you have working with pro se defendants in criminal matters. (Open Ended Question)
* Do you have experience examining probable cause?Yes
No
* Describe your experience examining probable cause. (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your familiarity of criminal procedure and the penal code. (Open Ended Question)
* Have you 1st chaired any criminal jury trials?Yes
No
* How many criminal jury trials have you 1st chaired? (Open Ended Question)
* Have you 1st chaired any criminal bench trials?Yes
No
* How many criminal bench trials have you 1st chaired? (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your knowledge and training with the Judicial Cannons of Conduct as applicable to municipal court judges. (Open Ended Question)
* If selected for this position, do you intend to practice criminal law outside of Travis County?Yes
No
* The City Charter states that a judge of the municipal court "shall have resided in the city for a period of not less than two (2) years immediately preceding his or her appointment." As of January 1, 2022, will you have resided in the City of Austin for 2 consecutive years?Yes
No
* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) to be hired.I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI).
Optional & Required DocumentsRequired Documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
Optional Documents:
Contact City of Austin Employment ServicesOffice: 512-978-JOBS (5627)Privacy Notice
#J-18808-Ljbffr