OAG - Administrative Law | Assistant Attorney Gene

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=104837andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionGENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is a dynamic state agency with over 4000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. Lawyers in the Administrative Law Division (ALD) represent dozens of state agencies in court defending the interests of Texas on a variety of issues fundamental to people across the state. The work is exciting, and our lawyers manage their own dockets as first chair. If you want to go to court, work on important and diverse legal issues, make a difference, and serve the public, then we want you in ALD.ALD is seeking an attorney who has, or is willing to develop, expertise in administrative law. The ideal candidate will have some litigation experience and will be prepared to handle agency enforcement proceedings and defend agencies in suits for judicial review, rule challenges under the Administrative Procedure Act, and ultra vires claims under the Uniform Declaratory Judgments Act. The candidate should have experience interpreting and applying the Texas Administrative Procedure Act, including familiarity with rule making and the contested case process. Additionally, attorneys in the Administrative Law Division may defend the OAG in cases arising under the Public Information Act, assist state agencies in responding to non-party subpoenas, and provide general counsel assistance to state agencies. The division provides the opportunity for extensive first-chair experience in bench trials and as lead counsel in Texas courts of appeals.OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work and make a positive difference in the lives of Texans.ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONSRepresents state agencies in state and federal district and appellate courts in matters involving judicial review of agency orders, enforcement proceedings, actions challenging agency rules and statutes, and non-party subpoenas; may represent the Office of the Attorney General and state agencies in state district and appellate courts in open records litigation; may serve as general counsel to state agenciesDrafts pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery; participates in trial and appellate advocacyAnalyzes moderately complex factual and legal issuesPerforms legal research Coordinates, plans, and monitors legal activitiesProvides legal advice, counsel, and assistance Independently manages a diverse litigation docket with general supervisionRepresents state agencies in administrative enforcement proceedings before the State Office of Administrative HearingsPerforms related work as assignedMaintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functionsAttends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work scheduleEnsures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected informationComplies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D.Licensed as an attorney by the State of TexasMember in good standing with the State Bar of TexasExperience: Two years of full-time experience working as an attorneyKnowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and rules affecting state agencies, including rulemaking requirements Knowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedingsSkill in legal research, writing, and analysis; in conducting investigations; in mediation andnegotiations; in using reasoning and logic; in identifying and solving complex problems; in prioritizing workloads; in using ju gment to identify courses of actionSkill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlinesSkill in effective oral and written communicationSkill in conducting effective researchSkill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision makingSkill in using a computer for word-processing and data entry/retrievalAbility to prepare legal documents, to conduct research, to interpret and apply laws, to summarize findings, to prepare cases for trial, to conduct hearings, and to communicate effectivelyAbility to receive and respond positively to constructive feedbackAbility to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environmentAbility to provide excellent customer serviceAbility to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travelAbility to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSAAbility to lift and relocate 30 lbs.Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 20% PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSThree years civil litigation experience or equivalent, including appellate and brief-writing experienceExperience in handling bench trials, contested cases, and civil appellate arguments Experience in administrative law, including knowledge of the Administrative Procedure ActExperience in interpreting and applying open records, open meetings and other open government legislationAdmitted to practice in Federal District Courts and court of appeals TO APPLY To apply for a job with the OAG, 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 for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC\_Legal.pdfTHE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER