Attorney II-III

2-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Go to CAPPS Career Center to register for the first time or log in to your profile. You can get to the CAPPS Career Center by clicking on any of the "Apply" buttons on any job posting.

Applicants must complete the State of Texas application to include a summary of your work experience. If this information is not completed, your application will be rejected.

To complete the State of Texas application, go to CAPPS Career Center to register for the first time or login to your profile. Go to CAPPS Career Center to register for the first time or log in to your profile. You can get to the CAPPS Career Center by clicking on any of the "Apply" buttons on any job posting.

Applicants must also submit a resume and cover letter. In the cover letter, please describe how your education and experience align with the listed qualifications and preferences. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Submitted through email:

Email applications must include a completed State of Texas application, resume, and a cover letter in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

In the cover letter, please describe how your education and experience align with the listed qualifications and preferences. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Email applications must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date. Submit applications by email to:



Please note: This email address is for employment inquiries only. The email is not monitored for responses. If you are the selected candidate, you will be contacted by the Human Resources Division for an interview.

Submitted through Work in Texas:

Work in Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Career Center to register or log in and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Career Center to register for the first time or log in to your profile. You can get to the CAPPS Career Center by clicking on any of the "Apply" buttons on any job posting.

Applicants must complete the State of Texas application to include a summary of your work experience. If this information is not completed, your application will be rejected.

To complete the State of Texas application, go to CAPPS Career Center to register for the first time or login to your profile. Go to CAPPS Career Center to register for the first time or log in to your profile. You can get to the CAPPS Career Center by clicking on any of the "Apply" buttons on any job posting.

Applicants must also submit a resume and cover letter. In the cover letter, please describe how your education and experience align with the listed qualifications and preferences. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Submitted through email:

Email applications must include a completed State of Texas application, resume, and a cover letter in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

In the cover letter, please describe how your education and experience align with the listed qualifications and preferences. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Email applications must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date. Submit applications by email to:



Please note: This email address is for employment inquiries only. The email is not monitored for responses. If you are the selected candidate, you will be contacted by the Human Resources Division for an interview.

Organization: TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
Job Title: TDI-Attorney II-III (00041256)
Salary: $6, - $7, (Monthly)
Experience: 2-3 years
Location: Austin, Texas

Job Description:

- Passionate about public service and making a difference? Look no further than the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI)! We are hiring for the position of TDI-Attorney II-III to join our team and help regulate the insurance industry, administer the Texas workers’ compensation system, and educate and protect consumers.

- TDI offers a variety of benefits, including flexible work schedules, hybrid work options, work-life balance, generous vacation and sick leave, holidays, career advancement opportunities, and free parking. We also offer free comprehensive medical insurance for full-time employees and discounted premiums for dependents.

- This position will be located at the Barbara Jordan Building in Austin, Texas, as part of the state’s Capitol Complex project.

- As an Attorney II-III, you will have the opportunity to work on complex legal issues related to insurance regulation and administrative law. You will collaborate with other departments within the agency to develop and review policies, regulations, and procedures, ensuring they align with legal requirements.

- This is a full-time, exempt position with a monthly salary range of $6, - $7,.

Responsibilities:

- Research, interpret, and apply agency regulations and state and federal laws to complex legal issues.
- Draft legal opinions and memoranda on regulatory matters.
- Research, analyze, and draft administrative rules and orders.
- Lead cross-functional teams to complete administrative rules and other projects.
- Coordinate and participate in administrative and regulatory hearings.
- Research, draft, and collaborate on drafting bills and amendments as requested by the legislature.
- Assist the Office of the Attorney General in preparing cases for litigation.
- Respond to inquiries from agency staff, legislators, and the public.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Juris Doctor (.) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from an accredited law school.
- 2 years of legal experience for the Attorney II position, 3 years for the Attorney III position.
- Licensure as an attorney to practice law in Texas.
- Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
- Law clerk experience can be counted toward the legal experience.

Preferences:

- Previous experience as an attorney with a focus on government, administrative, or public law.
- Previous experience advising in-house

Not mentioned

Flexible work schedules, hybrid work schedule, work-life balance, 96 hours of accrued vacation per year, 96 hours of accrued sick leave per year, 20+ holidays per year, career advancement opportunities, free parking, free comprehensive medical insurance for full-time employees, 50% off premium costs for dependents, retirement annuity, 401(k) and 457 Programs, training opportunities, positive work culture

Not mentioned

Legal research, legal writing, communication, problem solving, critical thinking, Microsoft Office, caseload management, decision-making, planning, organization, confidentiality, analysis, teamwork, time management, risk evaluation

Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree

Complete job histories, including job title, dates of employment, name of employer, manager’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, supplemental questions through Work in Texas, assistance available through HHS Employee Service Center

Qualification and Experience Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree, licensure as an attorney to practice law in Texas, member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas, two years of legal experience for the Attorney II position, three years of legal experience for the Attorney III position

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