Sr. General Counselor Coordinator - Legal Department - Civil Division

Sr. General Counselor Coordinator - Legal Department - Civil Division page is loaded## Sr. General Counselor Coordinator - Legal Department - Civil Divisionlocations: Richmond, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR1604-10-26**If you are a current Fort Bend County employee (excluding election workers):** Please click to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources.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!* Prepares routine contracts and various legal documents, related to county mobility bond projects, for review and revisions by attorney.* Sets up and maintains legal mobility bond files, work files and research files. Basic legal research locating relevant statutes, regulations and case law.* Inputs data in contract management system and monitors status of completion of documents.* Schedule appointments and maintains attorneys' calendars, including internal and external meeting dates, to ensure deadlines are met. Prepares for meetings, including agenda and any necessary materials.* Drafts routine emails and other communications* Facilitates and assists with calls to and from various county departments, title companies, property owners and other parties to provide and/or receive needed information.* Review and organize property tax statements related to mobility bond projects.* Prevents, restricts and/or regulates disclosure of privileged, exempt and/or confidential information.* Serves as notary public. Track legal expenses related to mobility bond matters, and requisition purchase orders and supplies when necessary* Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.* Other duties as assigned.**MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:*** High School/GED and 2 years of specialized vocational/technical preferred (Paralegal preferred) training.* 5 years job related experience.* Strong computer and typing skills (minimum 50 WPM); 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.* Valid Texas Driver's License.* Paralegal Certificate preferred; Notary Public preferred; Bilingual preferred.**SALARY RANGE:** $25.97 - $32.47 hourly based on qualifications**CLOSING DATE:** Upon filling position#LI-JL1**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 Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.*Fort Bend is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized not only on the creed of real estate: location, location, location, but also on the \"quality of life\" that is so sought after by families looking for the right place to call \"home\". Fort Bend County is looking for motivated people that love coming to work, dare to do their best, want to work with like-minded people, and help change the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fort Bend