Chief Public Defender
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About The Position
The Chief Public Defender is responsible for overseeing and managing all operations within the Harris County Public Defender's Office, which aims to provide high-quality, holistic representation to people with low incomes in Harris County. A key responsibility of this role is to expand the office's capacity to effectively handle the majority of cases involving individuals facing the loss of liberty. This position is essential for transforming the office into a leading provider of criminal defense that complies with national best practices, state and federal constitutions, and all ethics rules and for advancing Harris County's strategic priorities on justice and safety. The county is seeking a passionate leader who can drive this expansion while ensuring quality representation. The Chief will oversee holistic defense and investigatory staff and supervise professional and support personnel. The Chief will also develop and implement strategic plans, goals, and initiatives, establish office policies and procedures, propose and manage budgets, resolve complex legal situations, collaborate with county agencies to enhance the quality of indigent defense in the county and strive to ensure indigent defendants receive equal justice under the law.
