MAC Mental Health Resource Attorney

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctorate of Jurisprudence; must be a member of the State Bar of Texas in good standing and licensed by the State of Texas to practice law
Must have at least two (2) years’ experience in the area of criminal law including representing indigent misdemeanor, felony and/or federal cases. Practice must be in the area of criminal defense
Must have experience working with clients living with mental illness have represented indigent defendants in criminal law matters and practice client-centered representation
Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Experience in administration management working directly with the judges or attorneys within a law firm setting, public defender’s office, office of managed assigned counsel office, conflict panel office, or an office of similar make-up
Skill in supervising professional and clerical employees; skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously; skill in communicating effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy.
Ability to adjust to rapidly fluctuating situations; ability to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers, County employees, Department Heads, Elected/Appointed Officials, outside organizations, attorneys, the news media and the public
Must possess strong organizational and communication skills, as well as excellent computer literacy
Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
Demonstrates technological intuitiveness
Must clear a pre-employment physical
May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Preferred Qualifications:
A background in mental health services (casework or social work).