ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY II - OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL

Subject to change

About the role

The City of Houston Legal Department is seeking an attorney for its Office of Inspector General to provide legal advice to its clients on matters including discrimination, retaliation, fraud, waste, abuse, and other violations of law involving employee misconduct.

Responsibilities

• Advising the City of Houston on matters involving discrimination, retaliation, fraud, waste, abuse, and other violations of law involving employee misconduct.
• Gathering evidence.
• Interviewing complainants, respondents, and witnesses at every level of the organization.
• Evaluating evidence.
• Researching and drafting legal reports.
• Training City employees on relevant legal issues.
• Working with local, state and federal authorities.
• Handling special projects, as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association accredited college of law.
• Requires basic computer skills and working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience practicing law and must be an active member in good standing of the Texas State Bar and eligible for admission to Federal court.
• Must be a member of the Texas State Bar on or about the first day of employment.

Preferences

• Preference will be given to applicants with experience giving legal advice to all levels of an organization.
• Excellent investigative skills.
• Above-average academic performance.
• Superior drafting skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Superior organizational skills.
• Willingness to work extended hours as needed to accommodate workload demands.
• Proficiency with Word, Outlook, Excel, and the use of technology in the practice.

General Information

• Department may administer skills assessment test.
• This position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Safety Impact

Yes

Salary Information

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 26

Application Procedures

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832-393-0453). If you need special services or accommodations, call (832-393-0453). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.