PUCT, Managing Attorney (Attorney V) OPEN TO CURRENT PUCT EMPLOYEES ONLY

About the role

The Compliance and Enforcement Division (DICE) of the Public Utility Commission of Texas seeks a Managing Attorney to provide highly advanced legal counsel and strategic guidance on complex enforcement, compliance, and other legal matters. The Managing Attorney will oversee and review the work of attorneys and legal assistants, guide case strategy and assignments, mentor and develop staff, and ensure the quality and consistency of the division’s legal work.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced legal counsel and strategic guidance on complex enforcement and compliance matters.
• Oversee and review the work of attorneys and legal assistants.
• Develop and guide case strategy and assignments.
• Mentor, train, and develop staff members.
• Ensure quality and consistency of the division’s legal output.
• Collaborate with ERCOT and other stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and facilitate customer transfers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Five years of full‑time experience as a licensed attorney.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience practicing administrative law, including contested case proceedings before the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH).
• Experience with utility regulation, compliance, or enforcement matters, including interpretation and application of statutes, Commission rules, orders, or other regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading complex legal matters and providing guidance, mentoring, or substantive review of the work of other attorneys or legal staff.

Work Schedule

The PUCT operates on a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Management staff must report to the office a minimum of three days per week. With supervisor approval, telecommuting is permitted up to two days per week.

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen with a qualifying Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) are encouraged to apply. Required documentation (e.g., DD Form 214, marriage or birth certificates, DD Form 1300) must be submitted with the State of Texas application before preference can be granted.

Salary

Salary commensurate with qualifications.

Required Documents

• Letter of Interest
• Resume (including complete job history as specified)
• Veteran documentation (if applicable)

Note: This position is open to current PUC employees only.