Associate Director Center Criminal Justice - ECI

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Summary / TWC Summary Summary / TWC Summary Under general supervision oversees the day-to-day operations of the Earl Carl Institute’s Center for Criminal Justice. Responsible for the Thurgood Marshall School of Law Innocence Project providing oversight of investigations and representation and/or litigation support in bringing actual innocence claims. Essential Duties Summary Summary Manages day-to-day operations of the ECI -Center for Criminal Justice.
Oversees the Thurgood Marshall School of Law Innocence Project including teaching, investigations and litigation of actual innocence cases.
Develops and implements an organizational plan/plan of action for the ECI Center for Criminal Justice.
Develops programs and alliances with various governmental entities at a local, state and federal level to advance the Center’s mission and the development of the students.
Assists other ECI staff with research and writing projects related to criminal justice reforms. Serves as the primary source for coordination of community education programs related to indigent defense.
Serves as the primary source for the research and development of criminal law and public policy articles, studies, papers, and reports in related areas.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Analyzing documents. Leading projects.
Both verbal and written communication.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Policies, procedures, and practices in actual innocence cases
Management and supervisory practices
Legal Case management systems and other job-related software systems
Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications Skill in: Oral and written communication competency with attention to detail
Problem-solving and decision-making
Multitasking and time management
Coordinating work of others
Planning activities
All aspects of legal representation and client relations
Ability to: Work independently
Facilitate communication within teams and participate effectively as a member in teams
Use job-related software and systems
Use job-related such as Westlaw, Lexis/Nexis, document assembly programs or similar
The ability to explain all legal issues and options in a manner that allows the client to make thoroughly informed decisions. Guide and explain the process including identifying all appropriate steps. Conversant with all applicable laws.
Work Experience A minimum two to five years of post-conviction experience
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Location:
Houston

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