General Counsel (Austin)

TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION • Austin, TX • 1h ago

WHO WE ARE: Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 101 E. 15th St., Austin, TX in the Office of General Counsel.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE: A graduate from an accredited law school approved by the American Bar Association who has been admitted to the State Bar of Texas and has two to three years of experience in the full-time practice of law, or two to three years of full-time experience in a responsible position involving legal work as a primary duty.

WHAT YOU WILL DO: The General Counsel II performs moderately complex to complex (journey-level) legal work. Work involves interpreting laws, regulations and rules; preparing legal documents; rendering legal advice and counsel; consulting with attorneys; assisting in preparing cases for hearings and trial; assisting in drafting and negotiating contracts; and drafting bills for legislative consideration for the agency. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude to moderate for the use of initiative and independent judgment. YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:

Provide legal review of contracts, leases, grants and procurements; communicates orally and in writing with staff and the public.

Research and write on state and federal matters before TWC.

Draft contracts, memorandums of understanding (MOUs) and requests for applications/proposals(RFAs/RFPs).

Coordinate with other agencies to develop interagency MOUs and contracts.

Provide guidance on TWC, state and federal financial management matters, including ethics, contract and grant legal requirements.

Participate in agency team, Local Workforce Development Board (LWDB) plans and contracts.

Assist with contact monitoring on audit resolution and monitoring questions.

Represent TWC and provides legal advice to TWC representative in meetings with clients, staff, and the public.

Provide legal advice on complex legal issues for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Programs and operations.

Perform routine to moderately complex legal work related to legislation or administrative law and other TWC programs.

Provide back up for other attorneys.

Provide training and guidance to Commission attorneys and other staff relating to TWC procedures and providing legal services to program staff.

Perform other related work as assigned.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:

Graduation from an accredited law school approved by the American Bar Association and admission to the State Bar of Texas plus three years of experience in the full-time practice of law, or three years of full-time experience in a responsible position involving legal work as a primary duty.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:

Excellent oral and written skills needed. A writing sample will be requested at the time of interview.

Strong preference for two to three years' experience in legal work drafting and reviewing government contracts.

Experience in legal work with governmental entities providing guidance and briefing on federal and state laws.

Must be licensed to practice Law in Texas. Position is open to attorneys statewide and not limited to the Austin geographic area. However, attorney must reside in Texas.

YOU GAIN:

A Family Friendly Certified Workplace

Competitive salary: $8,971.44 - $9,509.73/month

Defined Retirement Benefit Plan

Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts

Medical Insurance

Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

Additional benefits for active employees can be found at

Duty involves up to 10% travel within the state of Texas.

VETERANS: Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: .

HOW TO APPLY: To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com{target="blank"} or on Taleo (Job Search{target="blank"}). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.

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