DPS - OGC - Assistant General Counsel - 3505

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=106751andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionThe Department of Public Safety - Office of General Counsel is seeking an Assistant General Counsel (Contracts Attorney) position with experience in state contracting and state procurement. The successful candidate will provide complex legal services including providing legal advice regarding all aspects of purchasing and contracting from planning through negotiation, performance monitoring, and closeout. The successful candidate will represent the agency in procurement matters, contract negotiations, and disputes including protest and contract-related claims as well as other matters as assigned by the Supervising Attorney. The candidate must have a basic understanding of contracts and business law as well as Texas State agency procurement and contracting law, including applicable State policy such as the State of Texas Procurement and Contract Management Guide and TxGMS. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable about contracting best practices, comfortable using technology, and have excellent oral and written communication skills.We are currently seeking an experienced attorney with at least five (5) years of experience as a licensed, practicing attorney and prefer applicants with state contracting and procurement experience for a position in the classification range of Attorney IV. Final salary and classification will be based on experience and qualifications.The department offers a collaborative work environment with career advancement opportunities. Benefits include:- Comprehensive medical insurance with premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees and the state pays 50% of the premium for dependents- Flexible work schedules- Hybrid work schedule involving a mix of telecommuting and in office work is an option subject to the needs of the department and management.- Generous paid leave and holidays- State retirement pension plan- Comprehensive wellness program PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicantand GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Perform advanced (senior-level) professional legal and administrative work in coordinating and performing the work of the Office of General Counsel. Work involves overseeing and planning legal activities, preparing procurement and contract documents, participating in negotiations and contract dispute resolutions, interpreting laws and regulations, and rendering legal advice and counsel. Performs advanced legal work involving the interpretation of laws, regulations, and rules related to state acquisition and purchasing; preparation of legal documents; review and oversight of grants, provision of legal advice and counsel; and management of complex legal procurement activities. Performs various functions within the Office of General Counsel including management of solicitations, oversight and management of audit reviews, preparing and presenting reports to executive management, and management of contract compliance and enforcement actions on behalf of the agency. Work under mini al supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment with constraints of law, departmental policies, and professional practice. The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC\_Legal.pdf Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met. ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Plan, direct, implement, direct and coordinate legal assistance to management of all the divisions of the Department.2. Review and draft contracts, grants, purchasing, and leasing documents.3. Prepare or supervise the preparation of the reports submitted to the General Counsel.4. Provide legal advice and assistance to all divisions on matters relating to contracts, grants, purchasing and leasing documents, licensing functions, departmental operations, law enforcement, and statutory interpretation. 5. Communicate with peace officers, Justice of the Peace, County and District Attorneys, Attorney General and other public officials in the performance of duties.6. Prepare budgetary documents for program activities.7. May be required to supervise support staff.8. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.9. Perform other duties as assigned.GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:Education - Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D. or LLB. is required.Experience - Minimum of five (5) years' experience as a licensed, practicing attorney. Preferred Experience Experience in work involving state agency management of contracts or grants, the federal common grant rule, real estate and leasing transactions, TxGMS, procurement and solicitation processes and laws, procurement protests, contract dispute resolution, intellectual property, IT licenses, and leasing laws.Licensure and/or Certification - Must possess