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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
The Public Utility Commission of Texas: Your Gateway to a Fulfilling Career!NOTICE TO APPLICANTSApplications mustcontain a complete job history, detailing:Job title
Dates of employment
Name of employer
Supervisor's name and phone number
Description of duties performed, demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position applying forImportant:Resumes do not replace this required information. Applications stating, "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted. The employment history listed on your resume must match the details on the CAPPS State of Texas Application. Discrepancies will result in an incomplete application and will not be further considered for the position applying for.Required DocumentsResumeThe hiring manager has requested the above document(s) be submitted with the CAPPS State of Texas Application To submit a resume, you must upload it to your application. When submitting your documents, make sure to mark them as and#8220;relevant.and#8221;Incomplete applications will not be considered.Applicant Release Form Website LinkWORK IN TEXAS APPLICANTSTo apply for the position, it is best to go to the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System to submit your application by going tohttps://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftland select our agency, Public Utility Commission of Texas, from the "Company/Agency" list.If applying through Work In Texas (WIT) you will also need to complete the supplemental questions and forms to be considered for this posting.An automated email from the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System will be sent to your email on file in WIT with additional instructions.The Public Utility Commission regulates the stateand#8217;s electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities, implementing respective legislation and offering customer assistance in resolving customer complaints.Join a Team Dedicated to Public ServiceAre you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of Texans? We are committed to building a highly skilled workforce. Our team boasts a wide range of expertise, from legal and engineering professionals to dedicated administrative staff. What unites us is our dedication to serving the public and our commitment to protecting customers, fostering competition, and promoting high quality utility infrastructureMake a Difference with UsWe recognize the importance of motivated and knowledgeable staff to accomplish our critical mission. If you're eager to contribute to ensuring compliance within the electric, telecommunications, and water and sewer utilities, we want to hear from you! A career at the PUC will not only expand your professional horizons but also make you part of a highly motivated, technically skilled, and supportive team environment.Competitive Benefits PackageIn addition to a positive and family-friendly work culture, the PUC offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees.For a detailed overview, please visit https://www.puc.texas.gov/HumanResources/Home/Benefits.Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today!DIVISIONand#8211; OFFICE OF POLICY AND DOCKET MANAGEMENT (OPDM)SECTION and#8211; ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROJECT SERVICESAbout the Office of Policy and Docket ManagementThe Office of Policy and Docket Management (OPDM) supports the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) Commissioners, including when they act collectively as the Commission. OPDM is composed of three sections that work cooperatively to support the Commissionand#8217;s decision-making and adjudicatory responsibilities.The Commission Advising section is made up primarily of attorneys who advise the Commissioners and serveas their legal advisors in contested cases. Advisors work directly with the Commissioners on a regular basis, supporting legal research, analysis and decision-making on the complex and high-impact matters. This section works closely with one another and their reviewers to research, draft, and prepare written materials for, and on behalf of, the Commission. The Docket Management section consists of administrative law judges (ALJs) who oversee and guide the processing of contested cases. ALJs are responsible for conducting hearings, managing procedural matters, and issuing proposals for decision and other orders across a wide range of proceedings. The professionals in Docket Management develop deep expertise in administrative law aThe Administrative and Project Services section (APS) includes legal assistants, legal secretaries and project management staff who provide essential administrative support to OPDM and the Commissioners. APS staff support the processing of contested cases, assist with the preparation and issuance of orders and proposals for decision, coordinate filings, and help ensure the agencyand#8217;s compliance with statutory and procedural requirements, including those under the Open Meetings Act.APS staff work collaboratively with Commission Advising and Docket Management to support the Commissionand#8217;s adjudicatory and administrative functions.Looking to grow your legal career in a fast-paced and collaborative environment? The Office of Policy and Docket Management has an opportunity for a detail oriented professional to provide critical administrative and legal support to attorneys, administrative law judges, and legal assistants.Administrative and Project Services has an opportunity for a Legal Secretary who will play a key role in supporting the management of official case files and records, assist with legal and administrative document preparation, and help ensure filings and notices are processed accurately and on time. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys, administrative law judges, and legal staff on matters that directly support the Commissionand#8217;s case management processes and regulatory responsibilities.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate should possess the following minimum qualifications.Legal Secretary IIHigh school graduation or GED equivalent and a minimum of one (1) year legal secretarial or administrative assistant experience.Legal Secretary IIIHigh school graduation or GED equivalent and a minimum of two (2) years legal secretarial or administrative assistant experience.Legal Secretary IVHigh school graduation or GED equivalent and a minimum of three (3) years legal secretarial or administrative assistant experience.Preferred QualificationsExperience working as a legal secretary for a state agency or with a utility company.
Experience drafting, formatting, preparing and proofreading correspondence and legal documents.WORK SCHEDULEThe PUCT operates on a standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Employees may request an alternative work schedule in accordance with the PUCT's Alternative Work Schedule Policy. Approval of such requests, including any form of telecommuting, is at management's discretion and based on the business needs of the agency and the requirements of the position.Newly hired employees are required to complete a waiting period before becoming eligible to telecommute. After thirty (30) days of employment and with supervisor approval, a new hire may telecommute up to one (1) day per week. After ninety (90) days of employment and with supervisor approval, a new hire may telecommute up to two (2) days per week. Supervisors may require new hires to report to the office more frequently if necessary to support training, performance, or business needs.VETERANand#8217;S PREFERENCEVeterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen with a Military Occupation Specialty (
