General Summary:
The Homicide Bureau Paralegal is responsible for all paralegal duties for their assigned courts and serves as a Paralegal for their assigned Associate or ERD Court. The Homicide Bureau Paralegal functions as a legal assistant for the Felony Chiefs and Felony #2 prosecutors in the Homicide Bureau.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- The Paralegal is responsible for reviewing the daily docket of cases assigned to the ERD and Associate courts and ensuring that the prosecutors and staff are aware of the docket assignments and trial order
- The Paralegal is responsible for handling the production of all motions, subpoenas, and notices, discovery and other documents necessary for the prosecution of the case.
- The Paralegal may also be requested to conduct legal research assist their assigned attorneys with all aspects of trial preparation
- The Paralegal will need to confer with and keep their assigned attorney fully informed as to the status of their pending cases.
- The Paralegal will assist with answering phones, filing, copying or any other task necessary to the daily operation of the division.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of legal research and writing skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to draft legal pleadings and other legal documents
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
Hours:
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on the business needs of the department.
Required Education:
- Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies or a paralegal certificate.
Salary (Starting):
- $31.54 hourly/ $5,466.93 monthly/ $65,603.20 annually
Benefits:
Harris County offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for regular (full-time) employees, which includes:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Wellness programs
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Ten (10) days of vacation per year during the first five years of service (increases with tenure)
- Eleven (11) County holidays plus 1 floating holiday
- Professional development opportunities
- Dependent Care and Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Additional benefits may be available to regular full-time and eligible part-time employees:
- Retirement pension through the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS)
- Transportation assistance through the Metro Ride Sponsor Program
Application Notice:
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual status updates. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by a recruiter. We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining our team.
Skills Required
- Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or a paralegal certificate
- Knowledge of legal research and writing
- Ability to draft legal pleadings and other legal documents
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
What We Do
The Harris County District Attorney's Office is dedicated to making the community safer through the pursuit of truth and justice. As prosecutors, their mission is to ensure justice is served, protecting the public and serving as a voice for survivors while upholding the rights of the accused. The office employs prosecutors, investigators, and support personnel committed to evidence-based prosecution and equal justice for all.
