#24-03
OPEN: October 27, 2023
CLOSE: Until Filled
LAW CLERK
Part-time (20 hours/week)
Monthly Salary: $1,750.00 - $2,172.25
(Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience)
(More than one position may be filled from this posting)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Law Clerk will perform complex (journey-level) research and analysis work involving examining, preparing, and evaluating legal documents and providing assistance to OPUC attorneys in administrative law proceedings, including contested case proceedings, rulemaking proceedings, and appeals of regulatory agency decisions before the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) and state courts. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
• Conducts legal research, including researching developments in civil law and researching points of law involved in administrative hearings to determine the validity and completeness of cases cited.
• Prepares and edits legal documents and ensures their timely filing.
• Reviews and analyzes legal documents, records, and motions.
• Participates in case conferences.
• Assists OPUC attorneys in preparing cases for litigation and preparing for hearings.
• Assists OPUC attorneys in representing residential and small commercial consumers interests before the PUCT, SOAH and state courts.
• Assists OPUC attorneys in providing legal advice, counsel, and assistance in regulatory proceedings.
• Performs related work as assigned.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in legal work.
• Knowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedings; and agency laws, regulations, and rules.
• Ability to prepare legal documents; to interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations; to conduct research; to summarize findings; and to communicate effectively.
• Enrolled in an accredited law school or graduated from an accredited law school with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or a Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
• Recent graduates awaiting results from the Bar Exam are encouraged to apply. Upon passing bar results, candidate may be promoted to an Attorney I position.
MILITARY OCCUPATION CODES:
http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf
Remarks:
• Candidates may be offered a position on a temporary basis, contingent on their successful passage of the Texas bar Exam.
• Candidates invited to interview may be required to submit a transcript and/or a writing sample.
• The position may require additional work hours including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays to meet critical deadlines.
• More than one position may be filled under this posting.
• OPUC participates in E-verify and will provide to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
• A satisfactory driving record may be required for driving a state or personal vehicle to conduct agency business. Employees may have their driving record evaluated.
• Employees are required to comply with Office policies and provisions outlined in the employee handbook.
• The Office of Public Utility Counsel has a Post-Employment Restriction – details furnished upon request.
APPLICATION: Send State of Texas application and references to:
Texas Office of Public Utility Counsel
ATTN: Human Resources
P.O. Box 12397
Austin, TX 78711-2397
Phone: 512-936-7500
Fax: 512-936-7525
Email: hr_opuc@opuc.texas.gov
#23-08
OPEN: (Revised) October 20, 2023
CLOSE: Until Filled
ATTORNEY
(Assistant Public Counsel)
(Attorney I)
Monthly Salary: $4,552 - $6,000
(Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience)
(More than one position may be filled from this posting)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Attorney will perform entry-level legal work, including representing the Office of Public Utility Counsel (OPUC) in administrative law proceedings, including contested case proceedings, rulemaking proceedings, and appeals of regulatory agency decisions before the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) and state courts. The Attorney may have administrative law experience preferably in the electric and/or water utility industries in Texas; experience with regulatory and contested case litigation; strong ability to interpret laws, regulations, rules, and policy decisions; strong, legal writing skills; strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
• Represents OPUC in administrative law proceedings, including contested case proceedings and rulemaking proceedings, in the electric and water utility industries before the PUCT and SOAH
• Leads or assists in leading administrative law litigation, including preparation for and trial of electric and water utility rate-related cases; developing motions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents; working with expert witnesses to develop written expert testimony; conducting discovery and depositions; working with other attorneys assigned to the case; and developing and executing litigation strategy
• Represents OPUC rulemaking proceedings, including analyzing and interpreting existing rules and proposed rule amendments; developing comments, and working with other attorneys and/or staff assigned to the proceeding.
• Represents or assists in representing OPUC in appeals of regulatory agency decisions before state courts, as needed.
• Provides assistance with legal matters in the telecommunications industry, as needed.
• Analyzes and interprets state and federal law, regulations, rules, and policy decisions.
• Assists with analyzing and interpreting pending and passed legislation.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Law degree from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in Texas, with good standing at the State Bar of Texas.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in Administrative Law preferably in litigation of electric and/or water utility cases in Texas, including contested case proceedings, rulemaking proceedings, and appeals of regulatory agency decisions before state courts.
REQUIRED:
A legal writing sample will be required from candidates that are interviewed by the Chief Executive and Public Counsel.
MILITARY OCCUPATION CODES:
http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf
Remarks:
• Candidates may be offered a position on a temporary basis, contingent on their successful passage of the Texas bar Exam.
• Candidates invited to interview may be required to submit a transcript and/or a writing sample.
• License to practice law in Texas of the selected candidate will be verified through the State Bar of Texas.
• The position may require additional work hours including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays to meet critical deadlines.
• More than one position may be filled under this posting.
• OPUC participates in E-verify and will provide to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
• A satisfactory driving record may be required for driving a state or personal vehicle to conduct agency business. Employees may have their driving record evaluated.
• Employees are required to comply with Office policies and provisions outlined in the employee handbook.
• The Office of Public Utility Counsel has a Post-Employment Restriction – details furnished upon request.
APPLICATION: Send State of Texas application and references to:
Texas Office of Public Utility Counsel
ATTN: Human Resources
P.O. Box 12397
Austin, TX 78711-2397
Phone: 512-936-7500
Fax: 512-936-7525
Email: hr_opuc@opuc.texas.gov
#24-02
OPEN: September 7, 2023
CLOSE: Until Filled
ATTORNEY
(Assistant Public Counsel)
(Attorney II)
Monthly Salary: $6,042 - $6,675
(Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience)
(More than one position may be filled from this posting)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Attorney will perform moderately complex (journey-level) legal work, including representing the Office of Public Utility Counsel (OPUC) in administrative law proceedings, including contested case proceedings, rulemaking proceedings, and appeals of regulatory agency decisions before the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) and state courts. The Attorney may have administrative law experience preferably in the electric and/or water utility industries in Texas; experience with regulatory and contested case litigation; strong ability to interpret laws, regulations, rules, and policy decisions; strong, legal writing skills; strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
• Represents OPUC in administrative law proceedings, including contested case proceedings and rulemaking proceedings, in the electric and water utility industries before the PUCT and SOAH.
• Leads or assists in leading administrative law litigation, including preparation for and trial of electric and water utility rate-related cases; developing motions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents; working with expert witnesses to develop written expert testimony; conducting discovery and depositions; working with other attorneys assigned to the case; and developing and executing litigation strategy.
• Represents OPUC rulemaking proceedings, including analyzing and interpreting existing rules and proposed rule amendments; developing comments, and working with other attorneys and/or staff assigned to the proceeding.
• Represents or assists in representing OPUC in appeals of regulatory agency decisions before state courts, as needed.
• Provides assistance with legal matters in the telecommunications industry, as needed.
• Analyzes and interprets state and federal law, regulations, rules, and policy decisions.
• Assists with analyzing and interpreting pending and passed legislation.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Law degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas, with good standing at the State Bar of Texas.
• Minimum of two years of administrative law litigation experience in Texas, including contested case proceedings, rulemaking proceedings, and appeals of regulatory agency decisions before state courts.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in Administrative Law preferably in litigation of electric and/or water utility cases in Texas, including contested case proceedings, rulemaking proceedings, and appeals of regulatory agency decisions before state courts.
REQUIRED:
A legal writing sample will be required from candidates that are interviewed by the Chief Executive and Public Counsel.
MILITARY OCCUPATION CODES:
http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf
Remarks:
• Candidates may be offered a position on a temporary basis, contingent on their successful passage of the Texas bar Exam.
• Candidates invited to interview may be required to submit a transcript and/or a writing sample.
• License to practice law in Texas of the selected candidate will be verified through the State Bar of Texas.
• The position may require additional work hours including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays to meet critical deadlines.
• More than one position may be filled under this posting.
• OPUC participates in E-verify and will provide to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
• A satisfactory driving record may be required for driving a state or personal vehicle to conduct agency business. Employees may have their driving record evaluated.
• Employees are required to comply with Office policies and provisions outlined in the employee handbook.
• The Office of Public Utility Counsel has a Post-Employment Restriction – details furnished upon request.
APPLICATION: Send State of Texas application and references to:
Texas Office of Public Utility Counsel
ATTN: Human Resources
P.O. Box 12397
Austin, TX 78711-2397
Phone: 512-936-7500
Fax: 512-936-7525
Email: hr_opuc@opuc.texas.gov
The Office of Public Utility Counsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. A disabled individual requiring reasonable accommodation shall not be denied opportunity due to the disability. The applicant should communicate requests for reasonable accommodation.
#24-01
OPEN: September 11, 2023
CLOSE: Until Filled
LAW CLERK
Monthly Salary: $3,500 - $4,344.50
(Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience)
(More than one position may be filled from this posting)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Law Clerk will perform complex (journey-level) research and analysis work involving examining, preparing, and evaluating legal documents and providing assistance to OPUC attorneys in administrative law proceedings, including contested case proceedings, rulemaking proceedings, and appeals of regulatory agency decisions before the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) and state courts. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
• Conducts legal research, including researching developments in civil law and researching points of law involved in administrative hearings to determine the validity and completeness of cases cited.
• Prepares and edits legal documents and ensures their timely filing.
• Reviews and analyzes legal documents, records, and motions.
• Participates in case conferences.
• Assists OPUC attorneys in preparing cases for litigation and preparing for hearings.
• Assists OPUC attorneys in representing residential and small commercial consumers interests before the PUCT, SOAH and state courts.
• Assists OPUC attorneys in providing legal advice, counsel, and assistance in regulatory proceedings.
• Performs related work as assigned.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience in legal work.
• Knowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedings; and agency laws, regulations, and rules.
• Ability to prepare legal documents; to interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations; to conduct research; to summarize findings; and to communicate effectively.
• Enrolled in an accredited law school or graduated from an accredited law school with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or a Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
• Recent graduates awaiting results from the Bar Exam are encouraged to apply. Upon passing bar results, candidate may be promoted to an Attorney I position.
MILITARY OCCUPATION CODES:
http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf
Remarks:
• Candidates may be offered a position on a temporary basis, contingent on their successful passage of the Texas bar Exam.
• Candidates invited to interview may be required to submit a transcript and/or a writing sample.
• The position may require additional work hours including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays to meet critical deadlines.
• More than one position may be filled under this posting.
• OPUC participates in E-verify and will provide to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
• A satisfactory driving record may be required for driving a state or personal vehicle to conduct agency business. Employees may have their driving record evaluated.
• Employees are required to comply with Office policies and provisions outlined in the employee handbook.
• The Office of Public Utility Counsel has a Post-Employment Restriction – details furnished upon request.
APPLICATION:Send State of Texas application and references to:
Texas Office of Public Utility Counsel
ATTN: Human Resources
P.O. Box 12397
Austin, TX 78711-2397
Phone: 512-936-7500
Fax: 512-936-7525
Email: hr_opuc@opuc.texas.gov
The Office of Public Utility Counsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on
the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, age or
disability in employment or the provision of services. A disabled individual requiring reasonable
accommodation shall not be denied opportunity due to the disability. The applicant should
communicate requests for reasonable accommodation.