2 DOMESTIC RELATIONS OFFICE - TRAIL ATTORNEY (PART-TIME/TEMPORARY) Jobs in El Paso, TX
County of El Paso TX is Hiring a DOMESTIC RELATIONS OFFICE - TRAIL ATTORNEY (PART-TIME/TEMPORARY) Near El Paso, TX
Minimum Qualifications
Acceptable Experience and Education
Doctor of Jurisprudence.
Certificates and Licenses Required
Must have and maintain a license to practice law in the State of Texas and be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
Typical Duties
Searches resources and studies legal records and documents to obtain information applicable to case or issue under consideration;
Reviews family case law related legal documents;
Conducts legal research on family law statutes and case law;
Prepares materials for review by, and use by, Senior Trial Attorney in Domestic Relations Office; and
Provides legal support to educate families and to protect the lives and future of children.
Examines video, file and physical case evidence;
Takes depositions and responds to discovery requests;
Responds to phone calls from the general public; provides general information;
Oversees the creation and issuance of legal documents, including subpoenas, motions, orders, writs, warrants, contracts, official policies and other related documents;
Collects, organizes and prepares evidence, information and other legal materials;
Attends and participates in meetings, training and information sessions;
Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field;
Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; and
Creates a high quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills.
Other Important Duties*
Performs such other related duties as may be assigned;
May work extended hours and weekends;
Regular out of town travel for professional conferences and meetings;
Maintains a safe and healthy work place environment;
As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and/or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor.
Job Summary
Summary of Position
The Attorney/Trial Attorney under close supervision, will assist with the Self-Represented Litigant program. The attorney will help self-represented litigants in uncontested family law cases by reviewing their proposed final orders. This review is in accordance with cases by reviewing their proposed final orders. This review is in accordance with the Power and Duties of a Domestic Relations Office set forth in the Texas Family in understanding, complying with, or enforcing the party’s duties and obligations under this code. “Tex. Fam. Code § 203.004 (10).
Organizational Relationships
Reports to: Executive Director – DRO
Directs: This is a non-supervisory position
Other: Has contact with department heads and/or staff in order to coordinate and complete assigned responsibilities, attorneys, investigators, judiciary and court staff, law enforcement, witnesses, social work agencies, vendors, contractors, other county employees, and the general public.
Additional Information
Minimum Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: County, state, and federal legal principles, practices, procedures regarding the court system; state and local statutes and codes; case law; rules of evidence; contract terminology and requirements; legal practices and procedures; legal terminology; department policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment; County organization, operations, policies and procedures; English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling; techniques for effective interpersonal communications; modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment to include Windows and Microsoft based products.
Skill/Ability to: operate a personal computer and various software applications; conduct research, develop appropriate documentation, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands to meet scheduled requirements; conduct legal research; establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers and customers to promote and support a productive work environment; defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts and drawing valid conclusions; work efficiently independently and in a team environment to meet established goals and objectives; communicate effectively in verbal and written forms to respond effectively to customers and staff; exercise initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines in performance of daily duties; use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines; prepare clear, concise and comprehensive written reports; and establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work. Pass a background investigation.
Each and every county position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and
necessary elements of performance:
- Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance;
- Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment;
- Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner;
- Maintain strict confidentiality;
- Project positive support of their department and all organizations receiving El Paso County service at all times; and,
- Maintain and enhance the County’s commitment to customer service excellence
HOLIDAYS
16 holidays per year as recognized.
VACATION
Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry-over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part-time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full-time employees.
10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service)
15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service)
20 days (15 years of service or over)
SICK LEAVE
Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 15 days of sick leave per year.
MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES
Military Leave – 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service
Bereavement Leave – 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family members and 4 hours for other family members and friends.
MEDICAL HEALTH BENEFITS
Plan Costs – Biweekly Rates
Effective January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024
Medical
Traditional Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP)
No Discounts
EE Only $6.12
EE & Spouse $184.71
EE & Children $129.59
EE & Family $302.64
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $6.01
EE & Spouse - $181.02
EE & Children - $127.00
EE & Family - $296.59
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.89
EE & Spouse - $177.32
EE & Children - $124.41
EE & Family - $290.53
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.76
EE & Spouse - $173.63
EE & Children - $121.81
EE & Family - $284.48
Traditional Core Plan
No Discounts
EE Only - $40.84
EE & Spouse - $287.85
EE & Children - $222.44
EE & Family - $455.90
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $40.02
EE & Spouse - $282.09
EE & Children - $217.99
EE & Family - $446.78
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $39.21
EE & Spouse - $276.34
EE & Children -$213.54
EE & Family - $437.66
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $38.39
EE & Spouse - $270.58
EE & Children - $209.09
EE & Family - $428.55
El Paso County - ACO - Hospitals of Providence Network Plan Options
Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP) ACO
No Discounts
EE Only $4.97
EE & Spouse $149.94
EE & Children $105.20
EE & Family $245.67
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $4.88
EE & Spouse - $146.94
EE & Children - $103.10
EE & Family - $240.76
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $4.77
EE & Spouse - $143.94
EE & Children - $100.99
EE & Family - $235.84
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $4.68
EE & Spouse - $140.94
EE & Children - $98.89
EE & Family - $230.93
Core Plan ACO
No Discounts
EE Only - $33.15
EE & Spouse - $233.66
EE & Children - $180.56
EE & Family - $370.08
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $32.49
EE & Spouse - $228.99
EE & Children - $176.95
EE & Family - $362.68
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $31.82
EE & Spouse - $224.31
EE & Children - $173.34
EE & Family - $355.28
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $31.17
EE & Spouse - $219.64
EE & Children - $169.73
EE & Family - $347.88
El Paso County - Narrow Network - University Medical Center (UMC) Plan Options
Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP) UMC
No Discounts
EE Only - $5.24
EE & Spouse - $158.27
EE & Children - $111.03
EE & Family - $259.33
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $5.14
EE & Spouse - $155.10
EE & Children - $108.81
EE & Family - $254.13
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.04
EE & Spouse - $151.94
EE & Children - $106.59
EE & Family - $248.96
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $4.94
EE & Spouse - $148.77
EE & Children - $104.37
EE & Family - $243.77
Core Plan UMC
No Discounts
EE Only - $35.00
EE & Spouse - $246.64
EE & Children - $190.59
EE & Family - $390.65
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $34.29
EE & Spouse - $241.71
EE & Children - $186.78
EE & Family - $382.84
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $33.59
EE & Spouse - $236.77
EE & Children - $182.97
EE & Family - $375.02
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $32.90
EE & Spouse - $231.84
EE & Children - $179.15
EE & Family - $367.21
Vision
EE Only - $3.16
EE 1 - $5.05
EE & Family - $8.21
Dental WITH Medical Plan
EE Only - $0.00
EE & Spouse - $13.63
EE & Children - $27.25
EE & Family - $40.88
Dental WITHOUT Medical Plan
EE Only - $13.63
EE & Spouse - $27.26
EE & Children - $40.88
EE & Family - $54.51
Vision
EE Only - $3.16
EE 1 - $5.05
EE & Family - $8.21
RETIREMENT
Retirement benefits are provided by the Texas County and District Retirement Fund (TCDRS). Regular employees become a member of TCDRS upon hire. All regular employees are required to contribute 7% to the retirement fund and the County matches 250% upon eligible retirements.
Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program.
LIFE INSURANCE
Full-time County employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $10,000 life insurance at no cost. Supplemental coverage is available for additional fees.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY
The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period above 90 days.
SHORT-TERM DISABILITY
The Short-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period shorter than 90 days.
RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees who retire from the County are eligible to continue Health Insurance at the rate set by the El Paso County Risk Pool Board.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of counseling services.
SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM
The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REIMBURSEMENT
Reimbursement of $15 per month for 6 months of continuous gym usage.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EdAP)
Reimbursement up to $2000 per calendar year for eligible education expenses.
EMPLOYEE FITNESS AND WELLNESS CENTER
The Employee Fitness and Wellness Center opened in October 2021 at the County Courthouse. The cost is $5 per employee per month.
Job Summary
Part Time|Temporary
$62k-91k (estimate)
04/28/2024
06/27/2024
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