Angelina County is currently accepting applications for the following position(s):

For more information and applications, see our Human Resources page.

CIVIL DEPUTY CLERK IS WITHIN THE OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT CLERK

Position Summary: The Civil Deputy Clerk is within the Office of the District Clerk. This position provides support to the general public, attorneys, District Courts, County Court’s at Law, CPS and Attorney General offices. The Civil Deputy Clerk’s primary duties are to process and maintain the filing of permanent records for family law cases in the county courts at law and civil, tax, personal injury and foreclosure cases within the District Courts. Number of Persons Supervised: None

Essential Functions of the Job:

  • Assists the general public, attorneys and law enforcement personnel as needed
  • Performs general clerical duties such as answering the telephone, data entry, scanning documents, copying, filing and retrieving E-File documents
  • Responds to inquires both in person, email and over the telephone in a courteous and professional manner
  • Accepts payments and issues receipts for filing fees, fines and court costs.
  • Performs daily reconciliation of receipts and cash drawer.
  • Review and processes all E-Filings and Odyssey queues.
  • Issues all citations, writs and other documents as needed. Prepare civil appeals
  • Processes transfers of cases to different jurisdictions
  • Performs data entry into State Disbursement Unit (SDU) child support
  • Processes orders and documents from the 159th and 217th District Courts, CPS, AG and County Court at Law No 1 and No 2.
  • Receives payments and schedules for court ordered parenting classes
  • Process public requests for copies and information
  • Reports to work on time as scheduled
  • Additional Responsibilities:
  • Performs any other duties as assigned or required within the scope of the office

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, calculators, copiers, scanners and telephone
  • Ability to work efficiently with Windows, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to learn, interpret and apply county ordinances and resolutions
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to multi-task in a professional office environment
  • Ability to make sound decisions in accordance with established rules and laws
  • Ability to establish and maintain a professional relationship with co-workers and general public
  • Must be bondable and competent in handling money

Work Environment:

  • Work will be performed indoors
  • Low level noise from office equipment, air and heating, and some music on occasions
  • Physical Requirements:
  • Requires ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
  • Requires ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
  • Requires ability to see, speak and hear to interact with co-workers and the general public
  • Requires sufficient manual dexterity to operate computers and office equipment
  • May be required to stoop, bend, reach, stretch, twist and climb step ladder and staircase to archival case records as needed.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • One (1) year clerical/office experience
  • Must meet eligibility requirements

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.54 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Bereavement leave
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid jury duty
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

  • Lufkin, TX 75901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

How to Apply:
Application forms can be obtained at https://www.angelinacounty.net/hr/ or from the Office of Human Resources at the Courthouse Annex, 211 E. Shepherd Ave., Lufkin, TX 75901.  You may email your application/resume to mmoore@angelinacounty.net.

DEPUTY CLERK IN THE COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE

Full-Time Position with benefits including retirement, insurance, vacation, sick leave and government holidays.

Compensation: Annual salary of $34,407 with the opportunity of an additional $2,080 after three months of employment

Position Summary:  Under the direction of the County Clerk this position performs a variety of clerical and administrative tasks in support of the functions of the department.

Education, Experience and Skill Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to multi-task in a professional office environment
  • Knowledge of general office and clerical support procedures
  • Knowledge of telephone procedures and etiquette
  • Ability to follow instructions and perform duties independently with speed and accuracy
  • Skill in using computers and standard office equipment
  • Requires ability to effectively communicate in person and over the phone
  • Ability to establish and maintain professionalism with co-workers and the general public
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Must be competent in handling money and must be bondable
  • Must be able to meet attendance requirements
  • Business attire required
  • Background check and drug screening will be conducted
  • Requires ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
  • May be required to stoop, bend and reach
  • Requires ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds

 

How to Apply:
Application forms can be obtained at https://www.angelinacounty.net/hr/ or from the Office of Human Resources at the Courthouse Annex, 211 E. Shepherd Ave., Lufkin, TX 75901. Complete and deliver to the County Clerk’s Office at 215 E. Lufkin Avenue, Lufkin, Texas 75901 or email your application and resume to afincher@angelinacounty.net. Not all applicants will be contacted or interviewed. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

JAILER (FULL AND PART-TIME)

Angelina County Sheriff’s Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Jailer.  This posting will remain open until positions are filled.

The Angelina County Sheriff’s Department is looking for positive, proactive, energetic, enthusiastic individuals who support our core principles of professionalism, community, safety, and service to fill the position of Jailer.

This position will be responsible for providing care, custody and control over the inmates remanded to the Sheriff’s jurisdiction. Jailers are required to effectively communicate accurately and completely.  Positions that are part-time positions normally consist of no more than 29 hours per week.  This particular position will also be assigned to a night-time shift. Full-time positions may be day or night shifts, depending on the need. Each Jailer reports to the assigned supervisor and Lieutenant and follows the chain of command.

The Angelina County Sheriff’s Department has an obligation to employ persons of good integrity who will maintain the security and high standards of its services, and whose conduct will maintain public confidence.  To achieve these objectives, the Angelina County Sheriff’s Department will conduct a thorough background investigation on candidates who pass the initial application review, including but not limited to the following:

  • Educational review
  • Work history review
  • Driving record review
  • Criminal record review
  • Family history review
  • Personal reference review
  • Initial interview
  • Pre-employment physical examination
  • Pre-employment drug screening
  • Pre-employment psychological screening
  • Any other requirement determined necessary by the Angelina County Sheriff’s Department

Applicants are required to successfully pass a complete background investigation check and successfully complete a pre-employment interview board.  It is critical that all questions on the History Statement and the additional application questions are answered completely and truthfully.  The completion of the history statement and the additional application questions represent your ability to provide written communication and follow directions.  Incomplete history statements and the additional application questions will not be processed.

  • Eligibility Requirements (partial list):
  • Complete a Personal History Statement (Application) Required by TCOLE.
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must have a High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Must possess a valid and eligible Texas Driver’s License.
  • Must not have ever been convicted of an offense above a Class B Misdemeanor or must not have any convictions for a Class B misdemeanor within the past 10 years.
  • Must not have any convictions of any family violence.
  • Must not have pending litigations – criminal or civil.
  • Must not have been discharged from any military service under less than honorable conditions.
  • Be subjected to a thorough comprehensive background investigation and interview.
  • All applicants must pass medical, mental, and drug testing requirements.
  • Must be willing to work shift work, holidays, and weekends.
  • Must be of good moral character.
  • Must qualify for and obtain a Jailer’s License from TCOLE within the first twelve (12) months of service.

Other Skills and Abilities:

  • Law Enforcement experience is strongly desired but not required.
  • Bilingual skills are strongly desired but not required.
  • Exercises sound judgment.
  • Able to relay emergency information.
  • Ability to tolerate, react, and maintain composure in highly stressful emergency situations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to make sound decisions using all available information.
  • Skills to accomplish tasks in a controlled, effective manner while working under stress.
  • Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and the general public.
  • Ability to operate computer systems.
  • Ability to speak clearly and concisely over the radio and telephone.
  • Ability to perform multiple duties simultaneously.
  • Ability to resolve conflict in a professional and efficient manner.

Special Instructions:

Angelina County Sheriff’s Department
2311 E. Lufkin Ave.
Lufkin, Texas 75901

Angelina County is an Equal Opportunity Employer