Research Specialist III

Full-time

No

ORGANIZATION: Office of the Attorney General
JOB TITLE: Research Specialist III
EXPERIENCE: Recent law school graduate or licensed attorney
SALARY: $5, per month
DEPARTMENT: Open Records
LOCATION: Austin, Texas

H1: Join the Team at the Office of the Attorney General as a Research Specialist III
H2: Gain Valuable Experience in Administrative Law and Legal Research

The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Research Specialist III to join their team at their Austin, Texas location. This position is ideal for recent law school graduates or licensed attorneys who are awaiting bar exam results. The selected applicant will receive hands-on training in administrative law and legal research and writing, specifically in the area of open records.

As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. With over 4,000 employees throughout the state, the OAG offers excellent benefits and opportunities to make a positive difference in the lives of Texans.

As a Research Specialist III, you will work directly with a senior attorney to gain experience in interpreting and applying the Public Information Act. This includes researching and interpreting laws governing public access to government information, reviewing and analyzing requests for rulings, and drafting legal opinions. You will also have the opportunity to educate citizens and public servants about their rights and obligations under the Public Information Act, participate in public speaking events, and assist in drafting legislation.

Upon successful completion of one year, this position is eligible for promotion to an Assistant Attorney General I and a retention bonus contract.

Essential functions of this position include researching, drafting, editing, and revising informal opinions and rulings, memoranda, correspondence, and publications. The selected candidate must have a . from an accredited law school and have taken the Texas state bar exam. Additionally, they should have knowledge of laws and legal principles and practices, as well as strong computer skills, effective oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work well with others in a professional office environment.

The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. To be considered for this position, applicants must complete a State of Texas application through CAPPS Recruit. A criminal background check may be conducted as part of the application process.

Summary of Position:

- Organization: Office of the Attorney General
- Job Title: Research Specialist III
- Experience: Recent law school graduate or licensed attorney
- Salary: $5, per month
- Department: Open Records
- Location: Austin, Texas

Key Responsibilities:

- Research, interpret, and apply the Public Information Act
- Review and analyze requests for rulings
- Draft legal opinions and informal open records letter rulings
- Educate citizens and public servants about their rights and obligations under the Public Information Act
- Participate in public speaking events
- Assist in drafting legislation
- Work directly with a senior attorney to gain experience in administrative law and legal research
- Receive hands-on training in relevant skills

Qualifications:

- . from an accredited law school
- Taken the Texas state bar exam
- Knowledge of laws and legal principles and practices
- Strong computer skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work well with others in a professional office environment
- Ability to handle stressful situations
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed
- Ability to travel up to 5%
- Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas
- Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
- Experience in interpreting and applying the Public Information Act
- Experience in administrative law
- Experience in peer review environment
- Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak Spanish

To Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit an electronic application through CAPPS Recruit. Paper applications will not be accepted. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at . The OAG is an equal opportunity employer.

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

Spanish proficiency preferred

Legal research, Legal writing, Computer skills, Communication, Customer service, Time management, Decision making

J.D. from an accredited law school

Electronic application through CAPPS Recruit, State of Texas application must be completed

Qualification and Experience J.D. from an accredited law school, Texas state bar exam taken and awaiting results

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