What are the responsibilities and job description for the Client Relations Coordinator position at Harris County?
A Client Relations Coordinator is an individual who uses their life experiences to advocate for the indigent who have been accused of a crime. Client Relations Coordinators assist the attorneys, clients, and their families by increasing support, understanding, education, and communication as they fight for the best possible outcome navigating the criminal legal system.
The goal of a Client Relations Coordinator is to narrow the gaps in the criminal legal system by being a vessel that extends the reach of all parties involved in the client’s defense.
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 ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net. 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.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Fluency in English and Spanish.
- Good communication skills, willingness to assist in providing zealous advocacy for persons accused of crimes in Harris County, willingness to work in a team environment as part of a team, willingness to work with the families of accused persons, willingness to deal with difficult/misunderstood people/personalities and willingness to go inside jails and inside courtrooms to assist people in custody.
Please Note: Prior incarceration or criminal history will not be an impediment to employment. Qualified individuals should apply. Fluency in SPANISH IS REQUIRED. A person may be qualified for this position by knowledge, experience and education.
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.
- Computer literacy, someone with first hand experience in the criminal legal system either as an accused person, a family member of an accused person, or other person impacted by the criminal legal system.
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time
Monday – Friday | 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Some weekend work may be required
Salary:
- Depends on Qualifications
- Based on 26 Pay Periods
- Plus, benefits
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.
