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Taleo lists this Associate General Counsel opportunity in austin, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description - Associate General Counsel )
Job Description
Associate General Counsel - ( )
Position Information
TxDOT's General Counsel Division is looking for an Associate General Counsel. We have a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide.
Minimum Salary: 92,600.00
Maximum Salary: 120,000.00
Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status : Exempt
Work Locations: Main Office-Greer Building 125 E 11TH STREET Austin
Other Locations: UST-Texas-Austin
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 hours per week Location Flexibility : Onsite
Benefits and Perks
Retirement Plans
Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
Paid Leave and Holidays
Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
On-the-Job Training
Tuition Assistance Program
Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Performs complex legal work in the General Counsel Division involving the compliance and interpretation of federal and state laws, rules, and regulations for the Texas Department of Transportation and the Texas Transportation Commission. Work requires contact with governmental agencies and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Duties
Drafts departmental rules and regulations for incorporation in the Texas Administrative Code.
Prepares and reviews legal opinions, briefs, decisions, orders, contracts, agreements, attorney's certificates and other legal instruments.
Receives, analyzes and processes requests for public information pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act.
Drafts, negotiates and administers contracts and contract amendments.
Drafts legal positions and confers with general counsel.
Formulates and recommends rules and policies.
Researches legal issues, advises on legal questions and interprets laws, rules and regulations.
Responds to information requests.
Reviews and renders legal advice on a variety of legal issues.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Juris Doctor (JD) in /from an accredited law school.
Experience: 1 year Governmental, administrative, real estate, or contract law, civil procedure, or related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Licenses and Certifications
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.
Preferred Qualifications
Communicate effectively
Interpreting, analyzing, and applying applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations
Drafting, interpreting and analyzing complex contracts and agreements
Legislative process
Civil procedures
Developing, interpreting, and implementing policies, procedures, and technical information
Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused
Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Conducting hearings, interviews, and investigations
Interpreting and analyzing legislation, rules and regulations
Preparing legal documents including opinions, case law summaries and legislative impact statements
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
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Worksite address
austin, TX, 78716, US
Who can apply
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