Please Note:All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed./To receive Military Employment preference, a copy of the DD Form 214 (member #1 not accepted), NA Form 13038, VA Summary Benefits Letter, or a DD form 1300 must be provided before an interview can be extended./College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. must be provided before an interview can be extended.If this information is not provided prior to the interview, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Attaching documents to the application is preferred.Resumes do not take the place of this required information.
A skills test such as a writing sample will be required at the time of the interview.
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General Description:
The General Counsel reports to the Executive Director and represents the Commission performing complex legal and analytical work. Work involves planning and coordinating a variety of legal activities to ensure prompt and effective actions involving the provision of legal services within the agency.
/To promote a strong environment, TVC maintains a telework policy. Telework is decided by the division and contingent on performance. Telework is not a contract of employment and if granted may be terminated at any time and for any reason without notice./
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Serves as chief legal counsel to the Texas Veterans Commission.
· Provides legal advice, training and guidance to commissioners, executive staff, and agency.
· Reviews laws, rules, and regulations affecting agency operations and administration.
· Advises on the interpretation, application, and enforcement of government code and agency rules including but not limited to Open Meetings Act, Public Information Act, and Texas Administrative Code.
· Reviews and edits legal documents, bills, administrative rules, grants, contracts, memorandums of understanding, and related documents.
· Serves as the agency liaison to the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) for pending and anticipated litigation, public information requests and other agency matters.
· Assists in the representation of the agency with the OAG in civil and criminal actions brought by or against the agency including support to the OAG in all written and oral discovery matters.
· Coordinates requests for legal opinions from the OAG.
· Serves as the agency's Ethics Officer and Records Management Officer.
· Advises agency management on employment actions, ensuring compliance with all employment discrimination statutes, rules, and regulations.
· Provides legal advice to the agency on policy decision making and identifies appropriate legal solutions.
· Provides updates on pertinent legal issues affecting the agency.
· Attends various meetings on behalf of the agency and its governing body.
· Assists in the agency's strategic planning process.
· May train, coordinate, and lead the work of others.
· Work hours other than 8-5 may be required for this position for work-related functions.
· Travels as needed to perform legal and training duties.
· Performs related work as assigned.
Military Crosswalk information:
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf
Minimum Experience and Education:
· Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.College Transcripts are required and must be provided before an interview can be extended, it is preferred they be attached to the application.
· Applicants must be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
· 5 years of extensive legal experience.
Additional Requirements:
· Applicants must provide a copy of a current "Certificate of Good Standing" from the State Bar of Texas with the State of Texas application before an interview can be extended.
· Skill in effective oral and written communication. A recent legal writing sample must be submitted with the State of Texas application before an interview can be extended.
· Must be able to perform the essential job functions.
· Available to work over 40 hours as needed.
· A valid Texas Driver's License must be provided within 90 days of hire.
Preferred Experience and Qualification:
· Experience advising a state agency or government entity.
· Experience in employment law.
· Experience drafting and revising contracts and memorandum of understanding (MOU).
· Experience with grant agreements, laws, rules, and regulations.
· Knowledge of state contracting authority and processes.
· Knowledge of the Texas Public Information Act and Open Meetings Act.
· Knowledge of administrative and government law with an emphasis in rulemaking.
· Veteran Preference - Honorably discharged veteran.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· Ability to prepare legal documents, conduct research, and summarize findings.
· Interpret and apply laws and administrative rules affecting the agency.
· Competence and experience in using legal databases.
· Excellent research and writing skills.
· Ability to develop and maintain professional and positive working relationships with co-workers, agency staff, and external contacts.
· Ability to multi-task and show flexibility and adaptability in all job functions.
· Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Environmental & Physical Conditions:
Normal office work environment, mostly sedentary in nature. May involve walking; standing; remaining stationary for long periods of time; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Work involves extensive telephone usage and repetitive hand/wrist/finger motions while using the computer.
Notes to Applicants:
To receive Military Employment preference, applicable source documentsmust be provided before an interview can be extended. Attaching documents to the application is preferred.
College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. must be provided before an interview can be extended. Attaching documents to the application is preferred.
If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview.
This position has been designated as a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position.
DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS, WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS. APPLICANTS SCHEDULED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
Veterans Information: The TexasVeterans Commission is committed to hiring Veterans and is proud to employ the highest percentage of Veterans among all state agencies. Additional info may apply via the job posting.
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The Texas Veterans Commission does not discriminate on the basis of person's color, race, national origin, gender, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability religion, or age in employment or the provision of services.
Job: *Legal
Organization: *TEXAS VETERANS COMMISSION
Title: TVC - General Counsel (General Counsel II)
Location: Texas-Austin
Requisition ID: 00054520
