Burleson County Justice of the Peace Pct#4 in Somerville, is now accepting applications for a full-time Justice Court Clerk position. Persons must have a high school diploma and good computer skills. Applicants must be self motivated & have good people skills. Knowledge and experience with court software is a plus.  Applicants may apply in person at the Burleson County Treasurer’s Office or print one from the county website at co.burleson.tx.us and bring to the Treasurer’s Office.   Applications will be accepted until position filled.

Posting Date:  September 18, 2023
Closing Date:  When position filled

Burleson County, Precinct 1 is now accepting applications for a full-time, cardboard recycling and tire disposal attendant at the Deanville Solid Waste disposal site. Selected candidates will also be required to work as road and bridge laborer with a variety of duties as needed by commissioner.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be able to lift 50 or more pounds
• Tolerate hot/cold weather
• Clear criminal background and driving record
• Self-sufficient and motivated to work without constant direction
• Readily available to work as instructed

Applicants may apply at the Burleson County Treasurer’s Office at 979-567-2305. Applications will be accepted until position filled.

Posting Date:  September 18, 2023
Closing Date:  When position filled

Burleson County is seeking to employ a driver to assist with the BHRC Transportation Program. The BHRC provides rides to medical and social service appointments for Burleson County residents that are unable to drive or lack access to reliable transportation. The BHRC driver will be based in the BHRC Somerville office. 

The individual selected for employment will be required to:
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Have a satisfactory driving record
• Pass a criminal background check
• Be available to drive 25-29 hours per week on a flexible schedule Monday through Friday between the hours of 7AM and 9PM.
• Perform duties that will require a moderate level of physical exertion, such as assisting elderly, disabled, and/or wheelchair-bound riders in and out of vehicles, bending and squatting to secure wheelchairs in vehicles, etc.

The individual selected for employment will demonstrate:
• Reliability in attendance and punctuality
• Professionalism in all interactions with riders and service providers
• Respect for confidentiality of client/rider information
• Flexibility in acceptance of a variable weekly work schedule
• Attention to detail in adhering to rules, guidelines and reporting requirements of the transportation program.

The driver will be employed by Burleson County, supervised by the Department Head, with the BHRC Transportation Coordinator scheduling all appointments and use of vehicles. Starting salary is $12.00 per hour to start, increasing to $13.00 per hour after completion of 6-month probationary period. The position does not offer health or other benefits. 

APPLICATION PROCESS
Contact the Burleson County Treasurer’s office at 979-567-2305 or visit the Burleson County website Employment Application . Submit application to the County Treasurer’s office at 100 W. Buck, Caldwell, TX 77836 or by email at ssmith@burlesoncounty.org.

BHRC driver job description

Position duties include:

• Case intake – review and determine legal sufficiency of cases; review files for completeness and research current case law;
• Work with law enforcement when additional documentation may be needed;
• Attend dockets, court hearings, and plea bargain negotiations; note: all dockets are in person
• Investigation and preparation for trial, including interviewing witnesses, working with victims, and processing subpoenas;
• Respond promptly to Court personnel, attorneys, law enforcement and victims as to status of cases.
• Felony dockets and CPS dockets

Starting Salary full time position: $70,000 - $75,000, full county benefits including paid health insurance for employee, CLE, State Bar dues, paid holidays, vacation and retirement program

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Juris Doctorate degree from accredited law school;

• Must be currently licensed by the State Bar of Texas to practice law and in good standing;

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check; Clean drug test required at hiring

• Ability to multi-task and take initiative on projects with little supervision;

• Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading skills and overall attention to detail;

• Strong calendaring skills;

• Well organized and able to prioritize in a fast paced environment; must be able to multi-task, possess excellent communication skills (written and oral) and be able to work in a team environment.

Or you may apply in person at: the Burleson County Treasurer’s office or print an application from the county website at: co.burleson.tx.us and file it with the County Treasurer’s Office. Please include a cover letter and resume if submitting an application.

Posting date: 01/23/2023

Closing date:   when position is filled