OAG - General Litigation | Assistant Attorney General III-IV | 24-0026

GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe General Litigation Division (GLD) prosecutes and defends a variety of cases, with a heavy emphasis on constitutional and civil rights litigation, employment litigation, and matters of public concern that impact the lives of Texans every day. This position will work on matters big and small, ranging from individual civil rights claims to complex institutional reform litigation, class actions, and public policy litigation. GLD provides a dynamic, varied docket with ample opportunity for attorneys to continue to gain experience using the full spectrum of litigation skills. AAGs also assist on larger teams handling matters of great complexity and importance to the State.The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State’s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONSAssistant Attorney General (AAG) III:Represents state agencies and its officials in defense of lawsuits involving, but not limited to, civil rights (U.S. and Texas Constitution, Title VII, Sec. 1983 etc.), retaliation, employment, constitutionality of state statutes, Americans with Disabilities Act, etc., in both state and federal courtRepresents the State’s interests in many other proceedings not handled by the other civil litigation divisions, including lawsuits brought on behalf of the State and its agencies and officers to vindicate Texas’s sovereign and legal rightsConducts investigations, performs legal research, and prepares complex motions, including pleadings, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documentsPrepares and tries cases in state and federal courts in defense of state agencies and state employeesProvides legal advice, counsel and assistance to state agencies as assigned; performs analyses of complex factual and legal issues and develops evidence through witness interviews, depositions, and other discovery; prepares and files briefs in state and federal appellate courtsProvides excellent client service and functions well with other attorneys and staff within a dynamic office environmentPerforms related work as assignedMaintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functionsAttends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work scheduleEnsures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected informationComplies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrityAssistant Attorney General IV: Performs all of the above functions of an AAG III, PLUS:Prepares for and performs moderately complex duties of lead counsel in subject areas.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAssistant Attorney General (AAG) III:Education: Graduation from high school or equivalentEducation: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; experience in the following (or closely related) fields may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis:Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree (J.D.)Licensed as an attorney by the State Bar of Texas and Member in good standing with the State Bar of TexasExperience: Two years of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Civil LitigationExperience: State and federal court trial experienceKnowledge of laws and legal principles and practices relevant to the General Litigation DivisionSkill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlinesSkill in effective oral and written communicationSkill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision makingAbility to receive and respond positively to constructive feedbackAbility to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environmentAbility to provide excellent customer serviceAbility to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travelAbility to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSAAbility to lift and relocate 30 lbs.Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%Assistant Attorney General IV: All of the above qualifications for an AAG III, PLUS:Experience: One additional year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields as a licensed attorney: Civil LitigationPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience: One additional year as a licensed attorneyTO APPLYTo apply for a job with the OAG, 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. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code.THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERJob Type: Full-timePay: $100,000.08 - $130,000.08 per yearBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceSchedule:Monday to FridayAbility to commute/relocate:Austin, TX 78701: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)License/Certification:Bar (Preferred)Work Location: Hybrid remote in Austin, TX 78701

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