Assistant General Counsel (General Counsel II) 2026-67

Assistant General Counsel - Austin, Texas The Office of the Governor is looking for an Assistant General Counsel (General Counsel II) to work in the General Counsel Division. Who We Are The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin. What Youll Earn The salary is $9,166.67 - $10,000.00 a month ($110,000.04 - $120,000.00 a year). Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave. Also, State of Texas employees are eligible for a defined retirement plan. Learn more: What Youll Do This position performs complex (journey-level) legal work for the OOG. Work involves interpreting laws, regulations, and rules; preparing legal documents; and drafting and negotiating contracts. Provides well-researched legal services for the Governor and his staff on a wide range of legal issues, including state law and proposed legislation. Provides legal advice to the OOG on a wide range of legal matters, as assigned. Prepares legal documents, including contracts, procurements, grant agreements, and legal memoranda. Advises OOG management on programs and issues, including the discussion of legal risks. Reviews laws, rules, and regulations affecting OOG operations and administration. Provides legal advice to the OOG on policy decision-making and identifies appropriate legal solutions. Coordinates with other state agencies regarding legal matters affecting those agencies or the OOG. Communicates effectively with members of the Texas Legislature, advocacy groups, local governmental entities and law enforcement, constituents, and others as authorized on behalf of the OOG. Monitors, reviews, and analyzes legislation in advance of, and during, the legislative session. Drafts and reviews legal documents and conducts legal research, as needed. Provides input on the development of OOG p rograms and the establishment of OOG procedures. Assists OOG staff, including the General Counsel, in legal matters that may arise. Attends various meetings on behalf of the OOG. How Youll Qualify Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and current member of the bar in good standing; and Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas for three (3) years; or licensed in another state for three (3) years and able to secure licensure in Texas as soon as practicable. Must be able to research, analyze, and solve legal problems and to interpret laws and regulations. Youre a Great Fit with Prior experience drafting and negotiating contracts or grant agreements. []{style="font-family: "}