Salary: $17.08 Hourly
Location : 1110 Victoria St Ste 201 Laredo, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: FY25-00295
Department: County Clerk
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
Closing Date: 7/18/2026 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary
This position performs clerical and customer service duties in support of the operations of the County Clerk's Office.
Major Duties
- Provides customer service and information assistance to callers and visitors.
- Verifies the eligibility of documents prior to recording in accordance with applicable legal statutes.
- Receives payments and records legal documents in person and electronically; reconciles cash drawers through daily cashier closeout procedures.
- Indexes and verifies legal documents recorded and scanned into Official Public Records.
- Assists customers in locating documents filed in Official Public Records, including deeds, liens, plats, and other records.
- Issues and records marriage licenses.
- Issues vital statistics records, including marriage records, DD-214 records, and birth and death certificates, in compliance with Texas Department of State Health Services guidelines.
- Certifies liquor licenses in compliance with Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission guidelines.
- Records Marks and Brands in compliance with Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association guidelines.
- Provides customers with certified and non-certified copies of public and court records.
- Performs daily uploads of images and indexes to title companies.
- Processes incoming and outgoing mail.
- Maintains basic knowledge of the case management system to assist the public with information requests.
- Accepts cross-training opportunities and work assignments within the department as needed.
- Maintains the oath of confidentiality.
- Performs any other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of the procedures and protocols of the County Clerk's Office.
- Knowledge of modern office procedures.
- Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal laws.
- Knowledge of court policies and procedures.
- Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
- Skill in the preparation of clear and precise reports.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of one ( 1 ) year of work experience.
- Must be able to type 30 wpm.
Supplemental Information
Complexity/Scope of Work
- The work consists of related customer service and clerical duties. The variety of tasks to be performed contributes to the position's complexity.
- The purpose of this position is to assist in the provision of clerical services in support of department operations. Success in this position contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of those operations.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
Occasionally
- Working in low temperatures.
- Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
- Working in hazardous conditions.
- Working in small and/or enclosed spaces.
- Working in adverse environmental conditions expected.
Constantly
- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles.
- Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Adjusting or moving objects up to 25 pounds in all directions.
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
- Operating machinery and/or power tools.
- Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
- Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
- Driving a County vehicle or a personal vehicle.
- Working in noisy environments.
- Working in poor ventilation.
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
- Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.
Other Requirements/Information
- Must possess a valid and current Texas driver's license.
- The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.
- This position is covered by Civil Service; therefore, it is subject to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations in addition to all other Webb County policies.
Valid Texas Driver's License*
*If the applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver's License must be obtained prior to employment.
Webb County provides a variety of benefits available to employees.
Please visit the Risk Management website for more details.
The following list of benefits is offered
only to benefits-eligible employees in
Full-Time positions:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Life Insurance
- Ancillary products
- Employee Assistance Program*
- Employee Clinic*
- Vacation and sick leave
- Accrual rates increase based on years of service
- Sixteen (16) County-observed holidays and four (4) personal holidays
- Retirement benefits (TCDRS)**
*Available to ALL employees
**Available to Permanent Part-Time employees
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What is your highest level of education?
- Less than High School
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
- Some College Hours
- Vocational Certificate
- Associates Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctoral Degree or higher
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Do you have a minimum of one ( 1 ) year of work experience?
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Are you able to type at least 30 wpm (words per minute)?
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Do you possess a valid and current Texas driver's license or an out-of-state driver's license?
- Yes, I have a valid and current Texas driver's license or an out-of-state driver's license.
- No, I do not have a valid or current Texas driver's license or out-of-state driver's license.
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Please confirm your understanding that if selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be required to provide a high school diploma, a GED certificate, college transcript from an accredited institution, and/or other documentation of achievement (whichever is applicable) prior to being hired. (We highly recommend you begin obtaining documentation to avoid delays in the hiring process if applicable)
- Yes, I understand this requirement and would be able to provide required documentation prior to hire.
- No, I would not be able to provide required documentation.
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