TDCJ - Attorney I-III - Office of the General Coun
This is a Career Ladder position. When filling available positions, consideration will be given to the selected applicant's education and experience.
About the role
Performs moderately complex legal work, including interpreting laws and regulations, preparing legal documents, and consulting with attorneys. Works under general supervision with limited latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
Provides liaison with agency staff, administrators, external agencies, legislative staff, and the public; represents the agency at meetings, hearings, trials, legislative sessions, and conferences; and coordinates with the Office of the Attorney General on litigation affecting the agency. Supports litigation activities by monitoring cases, preparing summary reports, and assisting with settlement reviews. Reviews laws affecting agency operations, offers legislative and policy-related legal guidance, and assists in strategic planning and compliance.
Conducts contract review, assists with drafting and negotiating agreements, ensures compliance with applicable laws and agency policies, and provides related guidance to program staff. Reviews and responds to Texas Public Information Act requests; coordinates with the Office of the Attorney General as needed; and provides legal guidance on employment and personnel matters, including EEO complaints, accommodation requests, ADA and Rehabilitation Act compliance, disciplinary actions, and civil rights inquiries.
Responsibilities
- Interpret laws and regulations
- Prepare legal documents
- Consult with attorneys
- Liaise with agency staff, administrators, external agencies, legislative staff, and the public
- Represent the agency at meetings, hearings, trials, legislative sessions, and conferences
- Coordinate with the Office of the Attorney General on litigation affecting the agency
- Monitor cases, prepare summary reports, and assist with settlement reviews
- Review laws affecting agency operations and provide legislative and policy-related legal guidance
- Assist in strategic planning and compliance
- Conduct contract review, draft and negotiate agreements
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and agency policies
- Provide guidance to program staff on legal matters
- Review and respond to Texas Public Information Act requests
- Provide legal guidance on employment and personnel matters, including EEO complaints, accommodation requests, ADA and Rehabilitation Act compliance, disciplinary actions, and civil rights inquiries
Requirements
- Graduated from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
- Organized with good time management skills
- Ability to travel (25% travel, may spend 1-5 nights away per month)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Qualifications
You'd be a GREAT fit with any of the following:
- One to two years full-time wage-earning experience as a licensed attorney or in a legal clerkship
- Experience as a legal counsel in a governmental agency
- Experience in administrative, contract, criminal, and/or labor/employment law
- Program development experience in a legal field
- Litigation experience in state or federal court
- Experience in the supervision of employees
Pay
- Attorney I: $5,868.08 - $6,018.54 (monthly)
- Attorney II: $6,187.12 - $6,345.76 (monthly)
- Attorney III: $6,534.64 - $6,702.20 (monthly)
Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment. Military preference is available for eligible candidates.