Assistant General Counsel (General Counsel II) 2025-31

How to Apply: The State of Texas application is required and is only received through Work In Texas.

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• Job #: 2025-31
• TWC Job #: 16827015
• Opening Date: 2/19/2025
• Travel Required: 5%
• Monthly Salary: $8,333.34 - $9,166.67
• Position Location: Austin, Texas
• Group Step: B28
• Class: 3522
• Status: Veteran Hold

Assistant General Counsel – Austin, Texas

The Office of the Governor is looking for an Assistant General Counsel (General Counsel II) to work in the General Counsel (GCD).

Who We Are

The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin.

What You’ll Earn

The salary is $8,333.34 - $9,166.67 a month ($100,000.08 - $110,000.04 a year).

Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave. Also, State of Texas employees are eligible for a defined retirement plan. Learn more: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.

What You’ll Do

This is a job that performs complex (journey-level) legal work for the OOG. Work involves interpreting laws, regulations, and rules; preparing legal documents; and drafting and negotiating contracts. Provides well-researched legal services for the Governor and his staff on a wide range of legal issues, including state law and proposed legislation. May train, coordinate, and lead the work of others.

• Provides legal advice to the OOG on a wide range of legal matters, as assigned.
• Advises OOG management on programs and issues, including the discussion of legal risks.
• Reviews laws, rules, and regulations affecting OOG operations and administration.
• Provides legal advice to the OOG on policy decision making and identifies appropriate legal solutions.
• Coordinates with other state agencies regarding legal matters affecting those agencies or the OOG.
• Communicates effectively with members of the Texas Legislature, advocacy groups, local governmental entities and law enforcement, constituents, and others as authorized on behalf of the OOG.
• Monitors, reviews, and analyzes legislation in advance of, and during, the legislative session.
• Drafts and reviews legal documents and conducts legal research, as needed.
• Provides input on the development of OOG programs and the establishment of OOG procedures.
• Assists OOG staff, including the General Counsel, in legal matters that may arise.
• Attends various meetings on behalf of the OOG.

How You’ll Qualify

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and current member of the bar in good standing; and
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas for three (3) years; or licensed in another state for three (3) years and able to secure licensure in Texas as soon as practicable.

Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.

You’re a Great Fit with

• Prior experience drafting and negotiating contracts or grant agreements.
• Prior experience working on state agency procurements.
• Prior experience working in and around the Texas Legislature.

Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply

It’s a great job for a professional who likes to perform legal work. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.

Veterans, Reservists or members of the Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $8,333.34 - $9,166.67 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person