Transportation Assistant Attorney General I-IV

Min 1 yrs required

Full-time

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SEO friendly job title: Assistant Attorney General I-IV for Transportation Division at the Office of the Attorney General in Texas

H1 heading: Join Our Team at the Office of the Attorney General in Texas

H2 heading: Exciting Opportunity for Assistant Attorney Generals in Transportation Division

Bold headline: Help Build Texas' Transportation Infrastructure as an Assistant Attorney General

The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) in Texas is seeking dedicated and experienced attorneys to join their Transportation Division. This division represents the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) in acquiring necessary property through eminent domain and handling a wide range of lawsuits in state and federal courts. As Texas continues to grow, so does the need for transportation infrastructure, making this a vital and rewarding role for those looking to make a positive impact in the state.

Salary Information:

- Job Title: Assistant Attorney General I-IV for Transportation Division at the Office of the Attorney General in Texas
- Salary Admin Plan: B
- Grade: 22-28
- Salary (Pay Basis): $6, - $10, (Monthly)

Job Description:

- The Transportation Division of the OAG is responsible for representing TxDOT in acquiring property through eminent domain and handling a variety of lawsuits in both state and federal courts.
- The division's docket includes cases related to torts, worker's compensation, employment discrimination, contracts, and regulatory enforcement.
- The division handles all stages of litigation, from administrative hearings and discovery to jury trials and appeals.
- This position offers the opportunity to be a part of the state's tremendous growth and make a positive difference in the lives of Texans.

Organization Information:

- The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout Texas.
- The OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law and offers excellent benefits and opportunities for professional growth.
- Employees enjoy a healthy work-life balance, hands-on legal experience, and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the capital of Texas.

Job Requirements:

- Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor Degree (.).
- Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
- Experience: One year full-time experience as a licensed attorney for Assistant Attorney General II, and additional years for AAG III and IV.
- Knowledge and experience in civil litigation, real estate valuation and appraisal, land use planning, and remote proceedings is preferred.
- Ability to work full-time, in-person at assigned OAG work location, and collaborate with coworkers.
- Must be able to provide personal transportation for business-related travel.
- Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and lift up to 30 lbs.

To Apply:

- Electronic applications can be submitted through either CAPPS Recruit or Work in Texas.
- A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted.
- Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check.
- Military Crosswalk information can be found on the OAG's website.

Join the OAG team as an Assistant Attorney General and help build Texas' transportation infrastructure. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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Excellent benefits (https//ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance)

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Legal research, writing, oral communication, computer literacy, decision making, customer service, teamwork, mentoring, supervision

Juris Doctor Degree

Electronic applications can be submitted through either CAPPS Recruit or Work in Texas. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor Degree, Licensed Attorney in the State of Texas, Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas

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