CRIMINAL ASSOCIATE JUDGE (SUBSTITUTE), Criminal Courts

Essential Duties And 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.
• All actions taken are subject to a referring court’s modification, correction, rejection, reversal, or recommission for further information.
• Administratively supervised and evaluated by the Chief Magistrate.
• Attends meetings and training as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• 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.

Minimum 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.
• Must have 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) years.
• Resides in Tarrant County.
• Must not have been removed from office by impeachment, by the Texas Supreme Court, by the Governor, or by a judicial tribunal; and must not have resigned while under such proceedings (Section 54A.003).