Strategic Departmental Attorney & Process Improvement Lead

Texas Workforce Commission; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Friendly Workplace

Defined Retirement Benefit Plan

401(k) and 457 accounts

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Texas Workforce Commission in Austin seeks a Departmental Support Attorney to drive departmental efficiency and manage special projects. The role emphasizes strategic and operational oversight beyond traditional case review.

The attorney will analyze performance data, develop training materials, and ensure quality control for legal work while coordinating with leadership and executives. Minimum Texas Bar admission is required, with strong multitasking abilities expected.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the Texas Bar.
• Active Texas law license is required.
• Experience in administration or labor relations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist leadership in developing and implementing departmental policies and procedures.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Develop and maintain training materials and SharePoint resources.
• Conduct quality reviews of legal work to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Represent the department in high-level meetings as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Self-starter mentality

Education

ABA-approved law degree

Job description

Texas Workforce Commission in Austin seeks a Departmental Support Attorney to drive departmental efficiency and manage special projects. The role emphasizes strategic and operational oversight beyond traditional case review.

The attorney will analyze performance data, develop training materials, and ensure quality control for legal work while coordinating with leadership and executives. Minimum Texas Bar admission is required, with strong multitasking abilities expected.