OAG - Child Support | Assistant Attorney General I-IV | 26-0362

ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS • Austin, TX • 2h ago

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00056860 You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section

Are you interested in mission-driven legal work? Do you enjoy helping others? Join the Office of the Attorney Generaland#8217;s (OAG) Child Support Division (CSD) in our mission to encourage responsible parenting by promoting the involvement of both parents in their childrenand#8217;s lives and ensuring that children in Texas receive the support they need and deserve. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) represent the State of Texas in judicial and administrative family law proceedings to establish paternity, obtain court orders for financial support and health care coverage for children, and enforce and modify child support orders. CSD staff also strive to promote the involvement of both parents in their childrenand#8217;s lives and the agency regularly collaborates with other state agencies and community organizations to serve the needs of Texas families. CSD AAGs have a robust legal practice that includes gaining significant trial court experience, developing skills in negotiating agreed court orders, and becoming subject-matter experts in many practice areas of family law. CSD AAGs are part of a collegial statewide team dedicated to supporting Texas children and families. AAGs experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance, developing hands-on legal experience, and engaging in camaraderie with their colleagues across the state.The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the Stateand#8217;s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.Represent the State of Texas at legal proceedings to locate, establish, enforce, modify, or terminate court orders for child support and medical support.Represents the State of Texas in administrative hearingsProvides legal advice, consultation, and technical assistance to the Child Support ProgramDevelops and delivers trainingPerforms related work as assignedMaintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functionsAttends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work scheduleEnsures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected informationComplies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity Qualifications: Assistant Attorney General (AAG) I:Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degreeLicensed as an attorney by the State of TexasMust be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start dateKnowledge of Family Law and the Texas Family CodeSkill in legal writing, mediation, and negotiationSkill in serving as a trial lawyer, preparing sound opinions, conducting investigations, and performing legal researchSkill in using a personal computer for word-processing and data entry/retrievalSkill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlinesSkill in effective oral and written communicationSkill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision makingAbility to receive and respond positively to constructive feedbackAbility to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environmentAbility to provide excellent customer serviceAbility to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travelAbility to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSAAbility to lift and relocate 30 lbs.Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 25%Assistant Attorney General (AAG) II and#8211; All of the above minimum qualifications for an AAG I, PLUS:Experience: One year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Full-time legal experience as a licensed attorneyAssistant Attorney General (AAG) III and#8211; All of the above minimum qualifications for an AAG II, PLUS:Experience: One additional year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Full-time legal experience as a licensed attorneyAssistant Attorney General (AAG) IV and#8211; All of the above minimum qualifications for an AAG III, PLUS:Experience: One additional year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Full-time legal experience as a licensed attorneyPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSTwo yearsand#8217; experience in handling Family Law casesJury Trial ExperienceExperience in handling a high-volume legal practiceOther Language: Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak SpanishTo apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdfTHE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Similar Jobs

TCEQ - Attorney I

TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY • Austin, TX • 2h ago

Legal & Paralegal

2h ago

Go to Apply

OAG - Administrative Law | Assistant Attorney General III - IV | 26-0378

ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS • Austin, TX • 2h ago

Legal & Paralegal

2h ago

Go to Apply

OAG - General Litigation | Assistant Attorney General III | 26-0219

ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS • Austin, TX • 2h ago

Legal & Paralegal

2h ago

Go to Apply

OAG - Child Support | Assistant Attorney General I - IV | 26-0363

ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS • Austin, TX • 2h ago

Legal & Paralegal

2h ago

Go to Apply

OAG - Administrative Law | Assistant Attorney General III - IV | 26-0378

ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS • Austin, TX • 2h ago

Legal & Paralegal

2h ago

Go to Apply

Senior Scheduler, Industrial Manufacturing (AFG)

J.E. Dunn Construction Company • Austin, TX • 1d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Senior Scheduler, Industrial Manufacturing (AFG) Location: Atlanta, GA, US, 30339Charlotte, NC, US, 28217Houston, TX, US, 77057Dallas, TX, US, 75254Austin, TX, US, 78704Kansas City, MO, US, 64106 Best People + Right Cult...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Paralegal, Litigation

CVS Health • Austin, TX • 1d ago

Legal & Paralegal

We're building a world of health around every individual - shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Senior Counsel

Highmark Health • Austin, TX • 4d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Company : Highmark Inc. Job Description : JOB SUMMARY This role involves support of Highmark's diversified businesses, including dental, vision, and pharmacy lines of business. This position involves investigating factua...

4d ago

Go to Apply

Associate Product Counsel, Display Ads

Google • Austin, TX • 4d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Associate Product Counsel, Display Ads corporatefare_ Google place Washington D.C., DC, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; +3 more; +2 more Advanced Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and infl...

4d ago

Go to Apply

Assistant General Counsel

ARCO • Austin, TX • 4d ago

Legal & Paralegal

ABOUT YOU Are you a service-minded attorney? Do you have solid technical expertise in construction and contract drafting and negotiating? Do you want to better understand the business considerations that inform risk mana...

4d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.