Legal Secretary I

Legal Secretary I

Location: Frio County Courthouse, Pearsall, TX
Department: County Attorney
Job type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt
Pay Rate: $20.01/HR
Posting Period: closes October 16, 2026 @ 4:00 p.m.

Frio County Job Notices and the Employment Application are available online at https://www.co.frio.tx.us/page/jobs.home. Applications must be submitted prior to the deadline indicated in the job posting. Submit all applications to the County Attorney at the Frio County Courthouse located at 500 East San Antonio Street, Pearsall, Texas 78061. Frio County is an “at will” and an equal opportunity employer.

Position Summary:

Provides administrative and clerical support to the Frio County Attorney’s Office by assisting with document preparation, case file maintenance, records management, scheduling, and office communications. This position is responsible for filing court documents, maintaining accurate case records, managing telephone and email communications, and providing professional customer service to the public, attorneys, court personnel, and County staff.

The Legal Secretary I supports the daily operations of the County Attorney’s Office by organizing and maintaining confidential legal records, assisting with administrative and case-related tasks, and ensuring documents and files are accurate, complete, and readily accessible. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information while maintaining confidentiality.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Class C driver’s license – Bilingual preferred
• Clear Criminal History
• While performing the duties of this position, the applicant is regularly required to walk, sit, stand, bend, stoop, grasp, lift, reach, pull and push.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook or web-based email manager, or the ability to become proficient within a reasonable period of employment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive legal records and information.

Responsibilities:

• Performs general clerical duties including answering the telephone, filing, typing correspondences, and interacting with the public.
• Assist attorneys in all stages of litigation cases from onset through post-trial, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Attend all Frio County Court Dockets
• Prepares and drafts orders, motions, judgments, petitions, and other legal documents.
• Establishes and manages electronic and physical filing system.
• Manages caseload from intake to closing with accuracy.
• Processes computerized information or records systems such as LGS and eFile Texas with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Maintains confidentiality and security of records and information.
• Communicates with defense counsel, court and clerk staff, and law enforcement representatives as necessary.
• Aids prosecutors with obtaining, disclosing, reviewing, and preparing evidence for trial and/or to satisfy statutory, ethical, and constitutional obligations.
• Logs and manages all evidence (photographs, video and audio recordings, documents, compact or digital versatile discs, and other physical items in the custody of the County Attorney) for evidentiary purposes and for eventual provision in discovery to defense attorneys.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits includes: Retirement, Health Insurance, Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay

Conditions Of Employment:

Must successfully complete a background investigation and a pre-employment drug screen.

Please send application and resumes to the Frio County Attorney’s Office at [email protected]

Pay: $20.01 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Wellness program

Work Location: In person