Division Chief - Da Office

galvestoncountytx.gov

Galveston, Texas, US
Base: $108,012.00; bonus/equity: not specified; be...
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Supervise assigned attorneys and staff
Represent state in criminal jury trials
Negotiate dispositions and discovery issues
The County of Galveston is seeking a Division Chief to supervise attorneys and manage criminal litigation within the Justice of the Peace and County Courts. The role requires significant legal experience, particularly in criminal law, and offers a salary of $108,012

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this role is to supervise assigned attorneys and manage the filing and disposition of criminal cases in Justice of the Peace and County Courts.
  • Incumbents will represent the State in criminal jury trials, pretrial hearings, and appeals matters while negotiating dispositions and overseeing plea bargains.
  • This position requires advising executive-level employees on complex legal issues and coordinating with community supervision officers regarding probation progress.

Matching Summary

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The County of Galveston is seeking a Division Chief to supervise attorneys and manage criminal litigation within the Justice of the Peace and County Courts. The role requires significant legal experience, particularly in criminal law, and offers a salary of $108,012.

Salary

Base: $108,012.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Supervise assigned attorneys and staff
  • Represent State in criminal jury trials
  • Negotiate dispositions and discovery issues

Nice-to-have

  • Public relations with civic groups
  • Mediating court case settlements
  • Training on criminal law topics

Key Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited Law School
  • Admitted to practice law in Texas
  • Six years of experience in criminal litigation
  • Member of good standing with State Bar of Texas

Work Rights

Must be admitted to practice law in the State of Texas

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