Full or Part Time Attorney at Law

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Personnel Attorney

Job Title: Attorney II

Department: OCC Legal Services Division

Legal

Shift: Day

Additional Shift:

Telework: Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 5%

Regular/Temporary: Full Time/Part Time: Full time

Facility Location:

This position is for an Attorney II in the Personnel Department. The Personnel Department is one of seven departments in the Legal Services Division (LSD) of the HHS Office of Chief Counsel (OCC). The Personnel Department provides legal guidance to Health and Human Services (HHS) system programs and state supported facilities regarding employment related legal matters including performance and conduct management, employee leave related issues, civil rights matters, outside activities, and immigration assistance.

The Attorney II works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The position is part of a team of attorneys and support staff that primarily handles employment related civil rights matters and is responsible for reviewing, investigating, and drafting agency responses to external civil rights complaints. The position will also advise agency staff on civil rights-related personnel actions and their associated legal risks. This position may be eligible to telework.

This position provides legal representation, consultation, and support to program areas across the Health and Human Services system. Attorneys are required to: consult with program staff on complex issues of law; review, investigate and develop legal responses to legally protected complaints; research and brief relevant legal issues; review policies, rules, regulations, and forms for compliance with legal standards; Responsibilities include drafting and reviewing legal documents, legislation, administrative rules, and amendments. Additionally, the role represents the agency in various meetings, participates in special projects, and performance of other assigned duties.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

All applicants must be licensed to practice law in Texas and be in good standing, or have taken the bar exam and are awaiting November results.

Knowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedings.

• Skilled in legal research, writing and analysis.
• Skilled in handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of employment and civil rights law is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze complex factual and legal issues related to a wide variety of federal and state laws.
• Ability to use computer applications and databases related to essential functions of the job, including computer-assisted legal research, word processing software, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Must have a JD or LLB degree from an accredited law school and admission to the State Bar of Texas; Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans :

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on us.fitly.work. Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.