RRC - Legal Assistant V - Office of General Counse

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=106411andPostingSeq=1Agency InformationThe Railroad Commission of Texas is a state agency with primary regulatory jurisdiction over the oil and natural gas industry; pipeline transport and pipeline safety; natural gas utilities; the LP-gas industry; and surface mining operations. You can find more details about us on the Railroad Commission of Texas website here https://www.rrc.texas.gov/about-us/. To support our mission to serve Texas, we need great people to join our team. We provide a great working environment along with outstanding benefits, including: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and at least 12 paid holidays per yearTelework options for eligible positions Flexible work schedulesRetirement pension with a 150% agency match - you can watch this YouTube video that describes this amazing benefit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJI6M7g73-w 401(k), 457(b) and RothHealth premiums 100% paid for full-time employeesTuition ReimbursementWellness and Exercise LeaveCareer development programs/opportunities for advancement For a complete list of our total compensation package, please visit our website at https://www.rrc.texas.gov/about-us/jobs/. To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees, visit the Employee Retirement Systems website at https://ers.texas.gov/benefits-at-a-glance. Job DescriptionWork as a Legal Assistant in the General Law Section of the Office of General Counsel. Work includes document collection, organization, and review; research; document preparation; and case management. Works under moderate supervision, with some latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Works under the supervision of the Office Manager, General Law Attorneys, and as a team member with the entire General Law Staff. Essential Job DutiesFunctions as Legal Assistant for the General Law Section and performs advanced legal workSupports responses to public information requests, subpoenas, discovery, and other document requests,Serves as backup to the Rules Coordinator.Drafts or formats legal documents, including pleadings and documents filed with the Hearings DivisionCompiles file information and draft documents for the Commission attorneysAssists and supports attorneys and staff with filing, research, drafting, typing, mailing, proofreading, and other duties as assignedOrganize and maintain records, compile reports, and timely respond to Commission attorneys with accurate information.Research, draft documents, proofread, communicate clearly orally and in writing. Must be able to attend work in person in accordance with RRC policies Minimum QualificationsUndergraduate degree or equivalent work experience. Five years of related professional experience with some litigation, discovery, and document review experience preferred. Ability to prioritize work assignments, to prepare accurate and grammatically correct written documents, to organize and index files, and to draft and understand complex professional documents.Proficiency with MS Office Suite, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; familiarity with other computer systems and automated docket management systems.Effective communication and teamwork skills. Preferred QualificationsSome knowledge of the statutory and regulatory requirements for energy companies operating in Texas, found in the Texas Administrative Code and the Texas Natural Resources Code.Knowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedings; of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations; the Administrative Procedures Act and agency administrative rules and regulations.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesDetail-oriented and highly organizedAbility to manage a complex workload, prioritize workloads, a d meet applicable goals, objectives, and performance metricsAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingAbility to take initiative and work independentlyAbility to work effectively on a team.Ability to address issues/concerns in a professional mannerAbility to maintain working relationships with internal/external stakeholders, including the publicAbility to respond to high-pressure situations and meet changing demands and timelinesProficient with Microsoft Office Suite and database systemsPossess excellent organizational, communication, and writing skillsPhysical RequirementsThe physical requirements described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Ability to reach high and low; open, close, and retrieve files from file cabinets as well as operate the computer keyboard and appropriate office equipment.Working ConditionsPrimarily indoors with heating and cooling regulated in a general office environment; the noise level in the work environment ranges from low to moderate.Additional InformationWork Hours: Standard office hours for Commission employees are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our agency offers alternative schedules for employees, provided they do not adversely affect operations or service levels and standard hours of operation are maintained. The Commission may also offer telework in accordance with the agency's approved Telework Plan. Alternate work schedules may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the CAPPS Prescreening Questionnaire to be considered for the posting. To complete the Prescreening Questionnaire, go to CAPPS to register or log in: https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant. Remarks: There i