Sos Attorney I - Austin, United States - SECRETARY OF STATE

SECRETARY OF STATE

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Austin, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

SOS Attorney I - II (JP BPF
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Organization:

SECRETARY OF STATE

Primary Location:
Texas-Austin

Work Locations:
SoS Rudder Bldg Brazos St Austin

Job:
Legal

Employee Status:
Regular

Schedule:
Full-time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

State Job Code: 3502

Salary Admin Plan:
B

Grade: 22 24

Salary (Pay Basis): 6, , Monthly)

Number of Openings: 1

Overtime Status:
Exempt

Job Posting:
May 16, 2024, 10:03:24 AM

Closing Date:
May 30, 2024, 11:59:00 PM

Description

General Description:

Performs legal work for the Business and Public Filings Division (Division) of the Office of the Texas Secretary of State (Agency) that is entry-level to routine or moderately complex (journey-level), based on position classification.

The Division reviews and processes certain documents required or permitted by law to be filed with the Agency, including those related to business organizations, occupation-based registrations (e.g., athlete agents, health spas, and automobile clubs), and state-level registration of trademarks and service marks.

Examples of Work Performed

Assist in responding to questions from the general public and agency staff regarding legal requirements for business organization documents, and other registrations and filings made with the SOS.
Perform legal research and draft legal memoranda on statutes, administrative rules, and agency operations.
Assist in responding to subpoenas and requests for public information.
Assist with reviewing complaints of alleged violations of laws relating to notaries public and certain occupationbased registrants.
Assist in drafting and editing legal documents such as petitions, motions, and other materials for administrative hearings, and potentially representing the agency at hearings when required.
May assist in drafting administrative rules.
May assist with legislative analysis during legislative session.
May assist Agency General Counsel with legal issues related to Division filing responsibilities.
Assist in staff training or in making public presentations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Education:
Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Licensure:
Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas. Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.

Experience:

Attorney I: Up to one (1) year of legal experience.
Attorney II: At least one (1) to (2) years of legal experience.

Abilities:

Ability to perform legal research, analysis, and writing, including experience in use of legal research software, namely, LexisNexis.
Ability to prioritize workloads and to handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously within specific timeframes.

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Additional Required Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain a positive work environment by interacting with public and staff in a cooperative and polite manner.
Skill in using a computer; ability to utilize general Microsoft Windows functionality; proficiency in use of MS 365 Suite of products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and TEAMS; appropriate typing skills for preparation of written communications.
Attorney I: Ability to work effectively under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Attorney II: Ability to work effectively under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Ability to track multiple tasks or projects simultaneously and ensure completion.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Texas business organizations law.
Knowledge of trademark law.
Knowledge of administrative law.
Knowledge of the Texas Public Information Act.
Customer service or client relations experience.
Ability to proficiently speak read and write Spanish.
Ability to train others.

_ Applicants __must_
_ submit the following documents:_
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_State of Texas Application_
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_Resume_
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_Cover Letter_
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_Legal Writing Sample (work done as either a law student or a practicing attorney)_

_ Applicants selected for an interview may be required to take a skills aptitude test._

Information for Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen

Qualifications

Additional Required Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain a positive work environment by interacting with public and staff in a cooperative and polite manner.
Skill in using a computer; ability to utilize general Microsoft Windows functionality; proficiency in use of MS 365 Suite of products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and TEAMS; appropriate typing skills for preparation of written communications.
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