OAG - Child Support | Assistant Attorney General I-IV | 25-0240

Texas; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven agency dedicated to supporting families in Texas! As an Assistant Attorney General, you will represent the State in critical family law matters, ensuring children receive the support they deserve. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful public service while gaining substantial trial experience and developing expertise in family law. You'll work within a collaborative team environment, balancing a fulfilling career with a healthy work-life balance. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess a strong legal background, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Excellent Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D. degree.
• Licensed attorney in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.

Responsibilities

• Represent the State of Texas in legal proceedings for child support.
• Provide legal advice and training to the Child Support Program.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Legal Writing

Mediation

Negotiation

Trial Lawyer Skills

Legal Research

Effective Communication

Customer Service

Judgment and Decision Making

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Personal Computer

Job description

Are you interested in mission-driven legal work? Do you enjoy helping others? Join the Office of the Attorney General’s (OAG) Child Support Division (CSD) in our mission to encourage responsible parenting by promoting the involvement of both parents in their children’s lives and ensuring that children in Texas receive the support they need and deserve.

Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) represent the State of Texas in judicial and administrative family law proceedings to establish paternity, obtain court orders for financial support and health care coverage for children, and enforce and modify child support orders. CSD staff also strive to promote the involvement of both parents in their children’s lives and the agency regularly collaborates with other state agencies and community organizations to serve the needs of Texas families. CSD AAGs have a robust legal practice that includes gaining significant trial court experience, developing skills in negotiating agreed court orders, and becoming subject-matter experts in many practice areas of family law. CSD AAGs are part of a collegial statewide team dedicated to supporting Texas children and families. AAGs experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance, developing hands-on legal experience, and engaging in camaraderie with their colleagues across the state.

The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State’s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. 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.

Responsibilities:

1. Represent the State of Texas at legal proceedings to locate, establish, enforce, modify, or terminate court orders for child support and medical support.
2. Represent the State of Texas in administrative hearings.
3. Provide legal advice, consultation, and technical assistance to the Child Support Program.
4. Develop and deliver training.
5. Perform related work as assigned.
6. Maintain relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions.
7. Attend work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule.
8. Ensure security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information.
9. Comply with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity.

Minimum Qualifications:

Assistant Attorney General (AAG) I:
Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas.
Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date.
Knowledge of Family Law and the Texas Family Code.
Skill in legal writing, mediation, and negotiation.
Skill in serving as a trial lawyer, preparing sound opinions, conducting investigations, and performing legal research.
Skill in using a personal computer for word-processing and data entry/retrieval.
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines.
Skill in effective oral and written communication.
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 work space 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 25%.

Assistant Attorney General II: All of the above qualifications for an Assistant Attorney General I, PLUS:
Experience: One year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Full-time legal experience as a licensed attorney.

Assistant Attorney General III: All of the above qualifications for an Assistant Attorney General II, PLUS:
Experience: One additional year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Full-time legal experience as a licensed attorney.

Assistant Attorney General IV: All of the above qualifications for an Assistant Attorney General III, PLUS:
Experience: One additional year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Full-time legal experience as a licensed attorney.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Two years’ experience in handling Family Law cases.
2. Jury Trial Experience.
3. Experience in handling a high-volume legal practice.
4. Other Language: Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak Spanish.

To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. 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 https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf

THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER