Job Description
About The Harris County Public Defender's Office:
The Harris County Public Defender's Office is committed to providing high-quality, client-centered representation to individuals accused of criminal offenses who cannot afford counsel. Our office works collaboratively across legal and support teams to advocate for our clients, protect constitutional rights, and promote fairness within the legal system. We value professionalism, integrity, teamwork, and compassionate public service.Position Overview:
Under general supervision, the Administrative Assistant performs advanced administrative, clerical, and operational support duties for attorneys, management, and staff within the Public Defender’s Office. This position plays a critical role in supporting daily office operations and ensuring efficient, client-centered administrative support in a fast-paced legal environment.Responsibilities include coordinating administrative functions, maintaining confidential client and case-related records, managing correspondence, assisting with document preparation and filing, and providing professional assistance to attorneys, staff, clients, court personnel, and the public. Administrative Assistants are assigned to a specific team and are responsible for supporting multiple attorneys within the team. The Administrative Assistant will also answer and route phone calls, return client calls, and respond to general client inquiries. The employee exercises independent judgment within established policies and procedures and is expected to maintain strict confidentiality in all matters related to client representation and office operations.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email [email protected].
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Education:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
- Two (2) years of progressively responsible administrative, clerical, or secretarial experience Experience in a legal, court, criminal justice, or government environment preferred.
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time
Monday - Friday | 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
In an office environment.
Salary:
Depends on Qualifications
Based on 26 pay periods
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.