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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!

• Represents Fort Bend County in general civil matters/civil actions, not litigation, as required.
• Drafts and reviews legal documents such as contracts, agreements and resolutions and may participate in negotiations related to such documents.
• Conducts legal research.
• Drafts and reviews documents related to real estate transactions.
• Issues legal opinions to elected officials and directors/managers.
• Responds to requests for information under the Texas Public Information Act.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Doctor of Jurisprudence; Licensed by the Texas Supreme Court.
• 4 years job related experience required. Prior government experience and real estate experience desirable.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the
• public, elected officials and department directors/managers. 

SALARY RANGE: $51.29 - $64.12 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling positions

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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. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.