Bureau Chief, Specialty Courts & Justice Reform

National Association of Community and Restorative Justice (NACRJ); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima County Attorney’s Office (PCAO) seeks an experienced leader to serve as Specialty Courts and Justice Reform Attorney Bureau Chief in the Criminal Division. This role provides strategic and hands-on leadership to attorneys and staff, overseeing bureau operations and court schedules, and participating in case evaluation and court appearances.

The ideal candidate has supervisory experience in deflection/diversion, restorative justice, and problem-solving courts, with strong grant-writing and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in deflection/diversion initiatives.
• Experience with restorative justice practices.
• Experience with problem-solving courts (drug, mental health, veterans).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, hands-on leadership to attorneys and support staff.
• Oversee bureau operations, case flow and court schedules.
• Participate in case evaluation, processing and court appearances.
• Lead grant-writing and administration for grant-funded initiatives.
• Collaborate with medical and behavioral health partners to implement best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Grant writing

Policy implementation

Job description

Pima County Attorney’s Office (PCAO) seeks an experienced leader to serve as Specialty Courts and Justice Reform Attorney Bureau Chief in the Criminal Division. This role provides strategic and hands-on leadership to attorneys and staff, overseeing bureau operations and court schedules, and participating in case evaluation and court appearances.

The ideal candidate has supervisory experience in deflection/diversion, restorative justice, and problem-solving courts, with strong grant-writing and