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City of Austin
Publicado en:
9/24/24
Professional
Full-Time
Austin, Texas, United States
$77.11 *See notes to applicants
Legal Magistrate overseeing warrants, bonds, and court procedures, applying legal expertise and communication skills in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Aplica por Correo Electrónico:
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
- Essential 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 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.
- Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances as it applies to this position.
- Knowledge of City practice, policy, and procedures.
- 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.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software applications.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Ability to apply an equity lens and framework to promote inclusive, diverse, and safe workspaces and programs.
- Ability to integrate a commitment to fairness and diversity into decision-making processes and legal practices.
- Ability to apply knowledge of criminal/civil law.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
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