Attorney - Legal

The Public Utility Commission of Texas regulates the state's electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities, implementing respective legislation and offering customer assistance in resolving customer complaints.

Join a Team Dedicated to Public Service

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of Texans? We are committed to building a highly skilled workforce. Our team boasts a wide range of expertise, from legal and engineering professionals to dedicated administrative staff. What unites us is our dedication to serving the public and our commitment to protecting customers, fostering competition, and promoting high quality utility infrastructure

Make a Difference with Us

We recognize the importance of motivated and knowledgeable staff to accomplish our critical mission. If you're eager to contribute to ensuring compliance within the electric, telecommunications, and water and sewer utilities, we want to hear from you! A career at the PUC will not only expand your professional horizons but also make you part of a highly motivated, technically skilled, and supportive team environment.

Competitive Benefits Package

In addition to a positive and family-friendly work culture, the PUC offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees.

For a detailed overview, please visit https : / / www.puc.texas.gov / HumanResources / Home / Benefits.

Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today!

DIVISION - LEGAL

The Legal Division represents the public interest in contested cases before the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) and the Commission. The division also provides legal and policy advice to agency staff and the Commissioners.

Looking to take the next step in your legal career? The Legal Division has an opportunity for an attorney ready to advocate for the public interest and contribute to the Commission's mission through meaningful regulatory work.

The Legal Division is seeking to fill the role of Attorney , a professional position responsible for providing legal support in contested cases involving electric, telecommunications, and water utility regulation. The role includes representing the Commission before the State Office of Administrative Hearing (SOAH), conducting legal research and analysis, drafting legal documents, and coordinating expert witness preparation. This position offers a path for both early-career and moderately experienced attorneys to develop and apply their administrative law expertise in a collaborative and impactful environment.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess the following minimum qualifications.

• Attorney I : Graduation from an accredited law school with LLB or JD degree and licensed with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas.
• Attorney II : Graduation from an accredited law school with LLB or JD degree; licensed with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas; and a minimum of two (2) years legal work experience as a licensed attorney.

Preferred Qualifications

WORK SCHEDULE

The PUCT operates on a standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. Employees may request an alternative work schedule in accordance with the PUCT's Alternative Work Schedule Policy. Approval of such requests, including any form of telecommuting, is at management's discretion and based on the business needs of the agency and the requirements of the position.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen with a Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) or additional duties that fall in the fields listed who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply.

The MOS codes applicable to this position can be accessed at : Military Crosswalk for Attorney

Required Documents

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

Applications must contain a complete job history, detailing : job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number, and description of duties performed, demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position applying for

Important : Resumes do not replace this required information. Applications stating,

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