Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00039325You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section

　　GENERALDESCRIPTIONThe Administrative Law Division (ALD) represents dozens of state agencies in court defending the interests of Texas on a variety of issues fundamental to people across the state. If you want to go to court, work on important and diverse legal issues, make a difference, and serve the public, then we want you in ALD.The ALD research specialist position is intended for individuals who have recently graduated from an accredited law school and are about to take or have taken the Texas bar exam and are awaiting results. The selected applicant will receive extensive, hands-on training in administrative law and legal research and writing. ALDs work includes enforcement matters, including suits to enjoin unlicensed activity and for civil penalties, and defensive matters, including administrative appeals, rule challenges, ultra vires claims, and defending the OAG in cases arising under the Public Information Act. ALD also assists state agencies in responding to non-party subpoenas and provides general counsel assistance to state agencies.The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the States law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives ofTexans.ESSENTIAL POSITIONFUNCTIONSPerforms legal researchDrafts pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and discovery; participates in trial and appellate advocacyAnalyzes factual and legal issuesCommunicates with division attorneys and legal assistantsPerforms related work as assignedMaintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functionsAttends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work scheduleEnsures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected informationComplies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrityQualifications:MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D.Registered to take the Texas Bar Exam in the next six months, or have already taken the Texas Bar Exam and awaiting resultsKnowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedings; and of state and federal laws, regulations, and rules relevant to administrative lawSkill in legal research, writing, and analysis; in using reasoning and logic; in identifying and solving complex problems; in prioritizing workloads; and in using judgment to identify courses of actionSkill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlinesSkill in effective oral and written communicationSkill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision makingAbility to plan, organize, and coordinate research projects, to evaluate research data, and communicate effectivelySkill in using a computer for word-processing and data entry/retrievalAbility to receive and respond positively to constructive feedbackAbility to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environmentAbility to provide excellent customer serviceAbility 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 travelAbility to work more than 40 hours as needed and in complia ce with the FLSAAbility to lift and relocate 30 lbs.Ability to travel (including overnight travel)up to 10%PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience in administrative law and/or litigation.TO APPLYTo apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through either CAPPS Recruit or Work in Texas. 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_PlanningResearchandStatistics.pdfTHE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER