Enforcement Attorney - Public Health Litigation & Compliance

Texas Health and Human Services; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks an Enforcement Attorney IV to provide legal representation and counsel in contested cases under the Administrative Procedure Act. The attorney handles a busy docket, advises program staff on legal sufficiency of sanctions, and conducts trainings on hearing processes.

The role requires a JD/LLB and Texas Bar admission; experience in administrative law is preferred.

Qualifications

• JD or LLB from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas required.
• Administrative law experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation at hearings under the Administrative Procedure Act.
• Review policies, rules, and forms for compliance with legal standards.
• Advise HHSC program staff on legal sufficiency of proposed sanctions.
• Train and consult HHSC staff on hearing processes and procedures.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation

Time management

Communication

Policy interpretation

Analytical thinking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks an Enforcement Attorney IV to provide legal representation and counsel in contested cases under the Administrative Procedure Act. The attorney handles a busy docket, advises program staff on legal sufficiency of sanctions, and conducts trainings on hearing processes.

The role requires a JD/LLB and Texas Bar admission; experience in administrative law is preferred.