Attorney II

3-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

H1: Attorney II-III Position Available at Department of Information Resources in Austin, TX
H2: Join the Legal Team at Department of Information Resources as an Attorney II-III in Austin, TX

Organization: Department of Information Resources
Job Title: Attorney II-III
Experience: Minimum 3-5 years as a practicing and licensed attorney
Salary: $6, - $7, / monthly
Location: Austin, TX
Department: Office of the General Counsel

Position Summary:

- Performs legal work for the Office of the General Counsel
- Prepares legal documents and provides legal advice and counsel
- Works under general to limited supervision with moderate to considerable latitude
- Regular and punctual attendance required
- Criminal background check and occasional travel may be required

Qualifications:

- Graduation from an accredited law school with an . or . degree
- Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Texas
- 3-5 years of experience as a practicing and licensed attorney
- 1-2 years of experience providing legal support or working with contracting and procurement functions
- Knowledge of state government, legislative processes, and budgeting
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook

Responsibilities:

- Prepare and review contracts, including technology contracts and license agreements
- Assist with contract negotiations and advise staff on legal and regulatory aspects of procurement
- Research and advise on legal issues related to contract terms and conditions, procurement, rulemaking, privacy, and relevant federal laws
- Ensure compliance with open meetings and open records laws and regulations
- Serve as the agency's assistant ethics officer
- Conduct investigations and prepare reports as necessary
- Other duties as assigned

How to Apply:

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- Create a candidate profile or log in to apply
- Update profile and navigate through pages and steps to submit application
- For technical difficulties, email

Benefits:

- Flexible work hours and/or hybrid work schedule may be available
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Collaborative and fast-paced work environment

About the Organization:

- Charged with protecting the state's data and critical technology infrastructure
- Manages a multi-billion-dollar cooperative contracts program
- Provides strategic technology leadership, solutions, and innovation to all levels of Texas government
- Dedicated to achieving the best value for the state
- Equal opportunity employer
- Please for reasonable accommodation

Join the team at Department of Information Resources as an Attorney II-III in Austin, TX and make a difference in protecting the state's data and technology. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!

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Flexible work hours and/or hybrid work schedule, travel opportunities, retirement plan, health insurance, paid time off

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Legal research, contract drafting and negotiation, communication, problem-solving, time management, team work

LL.B. or J.D. degree from an accredited law school

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Qualification and Experience LL.B. or J.D. degree from an accredited law school, licensed to practice law in Texas

Legal