OAG - General Counsel | Assistant Attorney General III-IV | 26-0573

Job Description OAG - General Counsel | Assistant Attorney General III-IV | 26-0573 (00058864) Organization Office of the Attorney General Primary Location Austin, Texas Other Locations Dallas, Texas Job Type Legal Employment Status Regular Schedule State Job Code: 3512 3513 | Salary Admin Plan: B | Grade: 26-28 Salary $9,166.67 - $11,833.34 per month (Pay Basis) Number of Openings 1 Overtime Status Exempt Closing Date Ongoing Overview The General Counsel Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced lawyer to provide legal advice and assistance to the OAG and client state agencies. Prior experience as general counsel or in‑house counsel is welcomed but is not required. The selected applicant will work alongside OAG leadership on issues of critical importance to the state. The General Counsel’s work is transactional and diverse with primary focus on contracting and procurement, administrative law, novel legal research, legislative analysis, and policy support/implementation. The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State’s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits and tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General experience the challenge and honor of public service, flexible work schedules, a healthy work‑life balance, hands‑on legal experience, and camaraderie with other talented OAG staff. The position is headquartered in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas, but the selected applicant may also work from the OAG office in Dallas. Key Responsibilities Provide legal advice to the Office of the Attorney General, client state agencies, boards, and officials. Prepare and review many types of contracts, purchase orders, amendments, memoranda, grants, invoices, and procurement documents. Assist the Division in ensuring the agency’s compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, court decisions, and legal opinions. Participate or assist in the negotiation of agreements on behalf of the Office of the Attorney General and client state agencies. Assist agency’s participation in the state and federal rulemaking process and provide related research, counsel, and document preparation. Assist in the procurement phase of contracting for goods and services for the State of Texas. Provide support and guidance and engage with issues that arise during management of a contract. Perform legal research and report findings and conclusions. Assist in developing agency programs and establishing agency procedures. Review laws, rules, and regulations affecting agency operations and administration. Advise on the interpretation, application, and enforcement of agency laws and regulations. Provide advice and counsel to the Office of the Attorney General on the preparation of legal opinions, briefs, pleadings, motions, petitions, and other legal documents. Assist in developing appropriate legal solutions related to the implementation and monitoring of the agency’s internal business operations. Assist in analyzing legislation and drafting proposals and amendments for legislative consideration. Maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, attorneys, client agencies, vendors, and opposing counsel. Assist in training less‑tenured staff. Perform related work as assigned. Maintain relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions. Attend work regularly in compliance with agreed‑upon work schedule. Ensure security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information. Comply with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree (J.D.). Two years of full‑time experience as a licensed attorney in a related field: state or federal agency, local government, litigation, or in‑house counsel. Licensed as an attorney by the State Bar of Texas and in good standing with the State Bar and eligible to practice law in Texas by the start date. Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines. Skill in effective oral and written communication (writing sample required at interview, if selected). Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making. Skill in conducting effective legal research. Skill in working cooperatively with other attorneys, supervisors, investigators, and support staff. Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback. Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Ability to work in person at the assigned OAG work location and perform all assigned tasks within the OAG workspace for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave). Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business‑related travel. Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA. Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs. Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%. Assistant Attorney General IV additional requirement One additional year of full‑time experience as a licensed attorney. Preferred Qualifications Eight to ten years of full‑time experience as a licensed attorney in a related field. Previous experience in general counsel or in‑house counsel (welcomed but not required). Judicial clerkship and/or journal experience. Experience working in the Texas Legislature or familiarity with the Texas legislative process. Knowledge of laws and legal principles and practices relevant to state government procurement, state contracting, public information, employment law, and transactional law. Excellent legal research and writing skills. How to Apply To apply for this position, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application may be subject to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at Equal Opportunity Employer The OAG is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System