TxDMV - Enforcement Attorney (Texas)

This position is required to work within the state of Texas. Telework may be available based on TxDMV operational needs (subject to change).

About the Role

Prosecutes administrative enforcement contested cases pursuant to the Occupations Code and Transportation Code for the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) Enforcement Division. Work involves overseeing and planning legal activities, preparing legal documents, participating in hearings, interpreting laws and regulations, and rendering legal advice and counsel. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Enforces administrative violations of state and federal laws within the jurisdiction of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Represents the department before fact-finding and decision-making tribunals and boards.
• Negotiates settlements of complaints filed.
• Responds to inquiries and/or appeals of decisions and orders.
• Advises department staff and the public on legal matters and on the interpretation and application of agency regulations and state and federal laws.
• Researches legal issues, advises on legal questions, and interprets laws and rules.
• Drafts legal positions and confers with the general counsel's office.
• Prepares and reviews legal opinions, briefs, decisions, orders, contracts, agreements, and other legal instruments.
• Drafts departmental rules for incorporation in the Texas Administrative Code.
• Drafts and reviews or assists in drafting and reviewing bills or amendments for legislative consideration.
• Provides legal training and makes presentations to community groups, licensees, and law enforcement agencies.
• Assists in formulating, coordinating, and establishing policies and procedures.
• Responds to information requests.
• May travel to represent the department up to 5% of the time. Travels by car (may include flying). May include overnight travel. May require extended working hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Required to attend work regularly and adhere to approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Four (4) years professional legal experience in government administrative law. (Experience requirements may be satisfied by full-time experience or the prorated part-time equivalent.)
• A valid Class "C" driver's license is required. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within ninety (90) days after entering Texas as a new resident. A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct department business.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Paid Group Health and Life Insurance for employees
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Longevity Pay
• Dental
• Vision
• Dependent Optional Life Insurance
• Voluntary AD&D Insurance
• Dependent Health and Life Insurance
• Health and Dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Tuition Assistance Program

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is considered a qualified employer for the Department of Education's Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Telework Information

This position may be eligible for telework within the state of Texas (subject to change). Must attend meetings/training at headquarters in Austin, Texas as required by management. Telework employees must meet these criteria for the remote work location:

• Adequate desk space in a dedicated, contained area that is secured and protected at all times.
• Remote work location is in a quiet environment free of background people and noise during business hours.