Information Technology Contracts Attorney

Date: Sep 10, 2026

Location: Austin, TX 78751

About the role

This position is an Information Technology Contracts Attorney in the System Contracting Department of the Legal Services Division, Office of Chief Counsel (OCC) at the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). The attorney provides legal support for HHS procurement and contract activities, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating solicitation documents, contracts, amendments, memoranda of understanding, and interagency agreements. The role also involves interpreting state and federal laws, rendering legal advice, representing HHSC in procurement matters, and participating in policy development projects.

Essential Job Functions

• Review, revise, and draft complex contracts—including technology and license agreements—and solicitation documents (e.g., RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, Invitations for Bids) in compliance with state and federal laws (30%).
• Support HHS staff in vendor negotiations and advise agency personnel on contract matters (30%).
• Advise agency staff on federal and state contract laws and regulations; review and draft legal instruments and regulations; provide legal advice on contracting, procurement, and enforcement (30%).
• Provide legal assistance on adverse contract actions; consult with management on legal ramifications of changes to contract practices; represent HHSC in procurement negotiations, protests, and contract‑related claims; assist in administrative or contested case hearings (10%).
• Draft substantive legal documents such as opinions, briefs, and memoranda analyzing HHSC authority under state and federal law and related legislation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Fundamentals of contract law, government procurement law, and Texas state agency contracts.
• Reviewing, developing, negotiating, and managing contracts and grants.
• Federal and state statutes, regulations, and policies affecting health and human services programs.
• Texas procurement and contracting laws.
• Efficient legal research using Westlaw and other online resources.
• Foreseeing legal implications of contract terms and procurement actions.
• Exceptional oral and written communication for diverse audiences.
• Identifying relevant legal issues and organizing complex problems clearly.
• Preparing high‑quality, complex procurement and contractual documents, opinions, rules, and policies.
• Problem‑solving, sound judgment, and tolerance of ambiguity.
• Collaborative work with clients, government officers, stakeholders, and the public.
• Proficiency with personal computers and standard office equipment.
• Providing legal representation in administrative or contested case hearings.
• Managing multiple priorities and making efficient use of time and resources.
• Creative thinking and logical problem‑solving techniques.
• Maintaining professional and collegial relations at all organizational levels.

Licensure / Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.
• Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas and at least five years of legal practice experience (required).
• Experience drafting, revising, and negotiating information technology contracts and familiarity with applicable IT laws and regulations (preferred).

Pay

Salary range: $10,383.00 – $11,175.00 per month (Salary Group TEXAS‑B‑28, Pay Frequency: Monthly).

Schedule

Full‑time, Day shift. Position is exempt under the FLSA.

Telework

Eligible for telework, subject to agency policies, supervisor discretion, and business needs.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full‑time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time‑off benefits, numerous career advancement opportunities, and additional perks as detailed on the HHSC Benefits webpage.