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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 must contain 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 experience listed on your resume must match the details on the CAPPS State of Texas Application. Discrepancies will result in an incomplete application.Required DocumentsLetter of Interest
Resume
Law School Transcripts (Official or Unofficial)The 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.ftl and 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!DIVISION and#8211; OFFICE OF POLICY AND DOCKET MANAGEMENT (OPDM)SECTION and#8211; COMMISSION ADVISINGAbout OPDMThe Office of Policy and Docket Management division (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 serve as 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 apply your legal skills in a way that truly matters? The Office of Policy and Docket Management has an opportunity for a legal professional eager to shape regulatory outcomes through legal analysis, policy development, and administrative law expertise.The Commission Advising Section is seeking to fill the role of a Legal Policy Advisor to support Commissioners on complex legal, regulatory, and infrastructure-related matters affecting telecommunications, electric and water and wastewater utilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine legal analysis with engineering and financial concepts while working on high-impact issues involving utility regulation, infrastructure resiliency, wildfire mitigation, contested cases, and Commission policy matters.If you are seeking a challenging and meaningful opportunity to support critical utility and infrastructure matters impacting Texans across the state, we encourage you to apply.SALARY RANGESalary commensurate with qualifications. In addition to their offered salary, newly hired attorneys will receive a 6% legislatively authorized salary increase upon hire.Monthly SalaryAttorney IAttorney IIAttorney IIIStarting Salary$80,004.00$88,200.00$99,225.00Max Salary$89,250.00$99,750.00$112,008.00
Qualifications: The ideal candidate should possess the following minimum qualifications. Applicants must meet all the required minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.Attorney IGraduation from accredited college or university with a bachelorand#8217;s or masterand#8217;s degree in accounting or engineering.
Graduation from an accredited law school with LLB or JD degree.
Licensed with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas.Note: Applicants scheduled to take the Texas Bar Exam in July 2026 are eligible to apply. Selected candidates who are not yet licensed by the State Bar of Texas will be hired as a Law Clerk at a monthly salary of $5,000.00 and, upon successful passage of the Texas Bar Exam and licensure in Texas, will be promoted to an Attorney I at a monthly salary of $6,664.00. Continued employment is contingent upon successful passage of the Texas Bar Exam and obtaining licensure with the State Bar of Texas.Attorney IIGraduation from accredited college or university with a bachelorand#8217;s or masterand#8217;s degree in accounting or engineering.
Graduation from an accredited law school with LLB or JD degree.
Licensed with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas.
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