Austin Energy
Associate Judge - Central Booking
Austin Energy, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
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Position InformationPosting Title: Associate Judge - Central BookingJob Requisition Number: COA091560Position Number: 100635Job Type: Full-TimeDivision Name: Municipal CourtMinimum Qualifications
Education 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
The work of the court is 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.Responsibilities
Collaborates with community courtProcesses citizen complaintsPresides over bench and jury trialsProcesses parking citationsResponds to requests for public informationExplains options for delinquent casesApplication 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. This position is open until filled; however, interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply no later than
May 17, 2024
for optimum consideration.Pay Range
CommensurateHours
Nights, weekends, and other shifts. 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 Qualifications
The 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.Core Competencies
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.Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following:
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.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.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must 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.Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.Criminal Background Investigation
This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.EEO/ADA
The 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 Questions
Required 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?
YesNo
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents
Cover LetterResumeOptional Documents
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Position InformationPosting Title: Associate Judge - Central BookingJob Requisition Number: COA091560Position Number: 100635Job Type: Full-TimeDivision Name: Municipal CourtMinimum Qualifications
Education 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
The work of the court is 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.Responsibilities
Collaborates with community courtProcesses citizen complaintsPresides over bench and jury trialsProcesses parking citationsResponds to requests for public informationExplains options for delinquent casesApplication 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. This position is open until filled; however, interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply no later than
May 17, 2024
for optimum consideration.Pay Range
CommensurateHours
Nights, weekends, and other shifts. 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 Qualifications
The 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.Core Competencies
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.Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following:
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.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.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must 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.Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.Criminal Background Investigation
This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.EEO/ADA
The 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 Questions
Required 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?
YesNo
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents
Cover LetterResumeOptional Documents
Contact City of Austin Employment ServicesOffice: 512-974-3210Privacy Notice
#J-18808-Ljbffr