Assistant Attorney General I

1-2 yrs required

Full-time

No

The OAG strives to provide an inclusive and diverse work environment for all employees. The OAG is committed to promoting a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, age or veteran status. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.


Organization: OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Job Title: Assistant Attorney General I
Salary: $6, per month
Experience: Licensed attorney with one to two years of experience in public service or government law
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Austin, Texas

H1: Join the Office of the Attorney General as an Assistant Attorney General I
H2: Legal Position with Competitive Salary and Benefits

- Seeking Assistant Attorney General for Open Records Division
- Responsible for interpreting laws related to public access to government information
- Drafting informal open records letter rulings and formal open records decisions
- Educating citizens and public servants on their rights and obligations under the Public Information Act
- Reviewing and analyzing requests for rulings and researching and rendering legal opinions
- Participating in public speaking at open government conferences
- Assisting in drafting legislation and analyzing proposed bills
- Dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout Texas
- Excellent benefits and opportunities for important work
- Work-life balance and hands-on legal experience
- Licensed attorney with . and member in good standing with State Bar of Texas
- Knowledge of laws, legal principles, and practices
- Proficiency in computer skills and effective oral and written communication
- Ability to handle stressful situations and work well with others
- Willingness to work more than 40 hours and travel as needed
- Ability to lift and relocate up to 30 lbs.
- Must be able to work in person at assigned OAG location and collaborate with coworkers
- Fluency in Spanish is a plus
- Experience in interpreting the Public Information Act and administrative law preferred
- Equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace

SEO Job Title: Assistant Attorney General - Open Records Division
SEO H1: Join the OAG as an Assistant Attorney General for Open Records
SEO H2: Legal Position with Competitive Salary and Benefits

BOLD HEADLINE: ATTENTION ATTORNEYS: JOIN THE OAG AS AN ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL FOR OPEN RECORDS!

The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) in Austin, Texas is seeking a licensed attorney with one to two years of experience in public service or government law to join their team as an Assistant Attorney General I in the Open Records Division.

In this role, you will be responsible for interpreting laws governing public access to government information, drafting informal open records letter rulings and formal open records decisions, and educating citizens and public servants on their rights and obligations under the Public Information Act. You will also have the opportunity to review and analyze requests for rulings, research and render legal opinions, and participate in public speaking at open government conferences.

The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout Texas, providing exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. As an employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and opportunities to do important work, while also maintaining a healthy work-life balance. You will gain hands-on legal experience and be part of a supportive and engaging team in the scenic and lively capital of Texas.

To be considered for this position, you must have a . from an accredited law school, be licensed as an attorney in the State of Texas, and be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas. Strong knowledge of laws and legal principles, proficiency in computer skills, and effective oral and written communication are also necessary for this role. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

The OAG is an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Don't miss this opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Apply now!

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Excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave options.

Spanish language proficiency preferred

Legal research, drafting legal opinions, public speaking, communication, computer skills, customer service, teamwork, time management, decision making, Spanish language proficiency

J.D. from accredited law school

Submit electronic application through either CAPPS Recruit or Work in Texas. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered.

Qualification and Experience J.D. from accredited law school, licensed attorney in Texas, member in good standing with State Bar of Texas

Legal