The newly created Far West Texas Regional Public Defender Office is seeking a Felony Public Defender, to represent those too poor to hire legal counsel in Brewster, Culberson, Jeff Davis, Hudspeth and Presidio Counties primarily facing felony criminal charges. The position begins on October 1, 2017, in Alpine, Texas. Applicants must be willing to relocate to reside within the region.
This position provides a full range of legal services to indigent defendants in the assigned felony and misdemeanor cases. Primary responsibility to handle the felony case load. Additional responsibilities to assist in misdemeanor caseload, trial preparation and trials, as directed.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
• Juris Doctor Degree, supplemented by no less than seven (7) years of experience involving criminal representation in state courts.
• Current active membership in the State Bar of Texas, in good standing.
• Skilled trial attorney, with a minimum of three criminal felony jury trials above state jail felony taken to verdict as first-chair, and one felony criminal appeal taken to mandate.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and reliable motor vehicle.
• Must possess the skill and ability to manage a demanding and diverse caseload assigned from the county and district criminal courts.
Applicants must send curriculum vitae, cover letter, references, SBOT disciplinary history, and authorization for criminal background check to [email protected], no later than August 31, 2017. Questions regarding Culberson County employment benefits should be directed to [email protected], c/o: Susana Hinojos, Culberson County Treasurer.