Weekend Indigent Defense Interviewer

McLennan County, Texas; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

McLennan County is seeking a dedicated staff member for Pretrial Services/Indigent Defense to interview and process applications for court-appointed attorneys.

The role involves assisting the Indigent Defense Coordinator and traveling to the McLennan County Jail on Saturday and Sunday every other week and holidays to interview defendants who request counsel. Strong communication and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Must communicate professionally with the public.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to work tactfully with officials, attorneys and defendants.
• Must read and understand departmental policies and procedures.
• Build effective working relationships with judges and jail staff.
• Must have no disqualifying criminal convictions beyond minor traffic violations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Indigent Defense Coordinator as directed.
• Travel to the McLennan County Jail on alternating weekends/holidays to interview defendants.

Skills

Public communication

Reliable transportation

Interpersonal skills

Policy and procedures reading

Liaison with judges and jail staff

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

McLennan County is seeking a dedicated staff member for Pretrial Services/Indigent Defense to interview and process applications for court-appointed attorneys.

The role involves assisting the Indigent Defense Coordinator and traveling to the McLennan County Jail on Saturday and Sunday every other week and holidays to interview defendants who request counsel. Strong communication and reliability are essential.