Assistant Attorney General V (22-1108)

Office of the Attorney General
Job Announcement

DIVISION: Human Trafficking and Transnational Organized

POSTING NUMBER: 22-1108

JOB TITLE: Assistant Attorney General V WORKING TITLE: Assistant Attorney General

MONTHLY SALARY: $8,750.00-$10,416.66 DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS

POSTING DATE: September 6, 2022 DURATION: Until Filled

LOCATION: 7700 Chevy Chase Drive, 310, Austin, TX 78752

G*ENERAL DESCRIPTION*
Performs highly complex and/or supervisory (senior-level) civil work. Work involves leading civil human trafficking litigation; planning, coordinating and otherwise managing all stages of civil litigation including, but not limited to drafting pleadings, pretrial motion practice, propounding and responding to discovery, participating in depositions, hearings, and trials in state and federal court; providing civil legal advice, counsel, and assistance; and conducting legal research into novel issues. Applicant will work closely with criminal prosecutors and investigators and will work on cases throughout Texas. May supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
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.

E*SSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS*
Candidate must be highly motivated and able to bring the resources needed to introduce and prosecute civil cases and administrative actions related to human trafficking on behalf of the state of Texas.
Handles all phases of civil litigation from investigation through resolution.
Analyzes complex factual and legal issues; and develops evidence through witness interviews, civil investigative demand responses, subpoenas, depositions, or other discovery.
Performs legal research and reports findings and conclusions; drafts or supervises the preparation of legal opinions, briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents.
Provides legal advice counsel and assistance to local prosecutors and law enforcement entities.
Develops and provides training on human trafficking for law enforcement, judges, prosecutors, and other stakeholders on civil human trafficking matters.
Helps to enact legislative mandates, works on policy issues, becomes a subject matter expert on human trafficking laws.
Reviews and provides input on proposed bills related to human trafficking.
Provides training and possibly supervision for less experienced staff.
Performs related work as assigned.
Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions.
Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule.
Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information.
Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity.

M*INIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*
Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree (J.D.)
Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas
Member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
Experience: Four years of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields as a licensed attorney: Civil Litigation
Knowledge of law and legal principles and practices relevant to civil law
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
Skill in effective oral and written communication (writing sample required at time of interview, if selected)
Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace 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 travel
Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 10%

P*REFERRED QUALIFICATIONS*
Experience: At least 7 years of civil litigation experience, considerable first-chair and trial experience
Certifications:
Other Language: Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak English

T*O APPLY*

To apply for a job with the OAG, submit a completed State of Texas job application through the OAG’s Job Postings Page. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. For further instructions on how to apply through the OAG’s Job Postings Page, see our How to Apply page. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf.

THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $8,750.00 - $10,416.66 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Austin, TX 78752: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location