Trial Bureau Chief

Houston, MS - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 100000 - 150000

Posted on: 10 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Description

The Trial Bureau Chief is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing all trial divisions within the Harris County Public Defenders Office. This role ensures high-quality client-centered legal representation promotes professional development among staff and advances the offices mission of excellence equity and innovation in indigent defense.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide strategic direction oversight and support to division chiefs and their teams across all trial divisions.
Supervise mentor and evaluate attorneys investigators and support staff to ensure high standards of advocacy and professionalism.
Collaborate with senior leadership to align trial division operations with the offices core values and long-term goals.
Review casework motions and trial performance to ensure compliance with ethical standards constitutional requirements and best practices.
Implement quality-control measures including case audits and performance feedback.
Foster a culture of learning collaboration and innovation across trial divisions.
Oversee staffing workload distribution and resource allocation across trial divisions.
Lead the preparation and trial of complex felony cases from initial appearance to jury trial.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Minimum of ten (10) years experience in criminal defense with significant jury trial experience.
Prior supervisory or management experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated commitment to holistic client-centered representation.
Exceptional leadership communication and organizational skills.

Licensure:

Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing with the State Bar.

NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

Regular Full-time
Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. 5:00 P.M.

Salary:

Depends on Qualifications
Based on 26 pay periods

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the hiring committee.

Required Experience:

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Position DescriptionThe Trial Bureau Chief is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing all trial divisions within the Harris County Public Defenders Office. This role ensures high-quality client-centered legal representation promotes professional development among staff and advances t...