CRIMINAL ASSOCIATE JUDGE, Criminal Courts

About the role

The Criminal Associate Judge will assist with the daily functions of the Criminal Courts, performing judicial duties such as hearing and evaluating evidence, analyzing laws and rules, making findings of fact and conclusions of law, determining bail matters, and issuing oral or written decisions and orders.

Responsibilities

• Performs statutory duties authorized by Chapter 54A, Subchapter A, of the Texas Government Code.
• Operates under the jurisdiction and direction of the elected criminal court judges.
• Administratively supervised and evaluated by the Chief Magistrate.
• Attends meetings and training as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A criminal associate judge’s appointment must be made with the approval of at least two-thirds of the elected Criminal Courts judges.
• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• At least five (5) full-time years of work experience as a practicing attorney.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas for at least five (5) full-time years.
• Resides in Tarrant County.
• Not removed from office by impeachment, by the Texas Supreme Court, by the Governor, or by a judicial tribunal; and did not resign while under such proceedings (Section 54A.003).

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
• Advanced analytical skills.
• Broad knowledge of criminal law and proceedings as well as effective communication with individuals of varying backgrounds and educational levels.
• Ability to make well-reasoned decisions in a timely manner based upon legal knowledge and experience.
• Committed and self-starting individual who can work independently while in deference to the needs of the Criminal Courts.

Skills

• Knowledge of TechShare products.

Benefits

• Tarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, & insurance benefits.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the posting.

Schedule

Details about schedule are not specified in the posting.