TEC- Legal Assnt III (26-09)

Job Description:

TEC- Legal Assnt III (26-09)

Description

Job Description

General Description:

Performs moderately complex legal work for the Texas Ethics Commission (¿Commission¿) related to Texas Ethics Commission meetings, APA rule making, and general administrative projects. Primary duties include: drafting, editing and coordinating documentation related to Commission meetings, serving as liaison to the Texas Register, and serving as backup to the Public Information Coordinator. Work involves communicating with the Texas Register, as well as receiving, reviewing, revising, and tracking agency rules throughout the rule making process

Work may require researching and interpreting laws and regulations, advisory opinions, and other legal precedents and examining, preparing, and drafting legal documents. Work may also require analysis of legislation during legislative sessions.

Work is performed under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment under the direction of the Executive Director and General Counsel. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, the willingness to learn new skills, and a passion to further the mission of the Texas Ethics Commission. Employees in this role are typically required to handle confidential and sensitive information and may correspond with executives at other state agencies, members of the legislature, or other high-level contacts.

Essential Job Duties

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate, assemble, and format memos, exhibits, and meeting links for quarterly Commission meeting.
• May assist in drafting rules, advisory opinions, forms, instructions, guides, and draft notices for the Texas Register.
• May assist in reviewing and processing public information requests and requesting rulings under the Public Information Act.
• Reviews legal documents for accuracy and completeness; edits written material for grammar, organization, and spelling; and provides other general administrative support.
• Provides research assistance related to legislative decisions, Attorney General Opinions, and advisory opinions.
• Assists with researching, examining, and reviewing the accuracy of legal sources such as statutes, case law, administrative records, and applicable rules and regulations.
• Assists the Office of General Counsel in providing legal advice, counsel, and assistance to staff.
• Assists with the coordination of meetings, trainings, and the maintenance of CLE (Continuing Legal Education) registrations.
• Assists and coordinates procurement and contract development tasks for the Office of General Counsel.
• May communicate with agency staff, members of the public, other state agencies, and post-secondary institutions concerning legal issues.
• May train others.
• May research and analyze legislation, and communicate with members and staff of the Texas Legislature, during legislative sessions.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in legal assistance work. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in law or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a legal assistant.
• Certification as a notary.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct legal research, summarize findings, interpret and apply laws, use legal reference materials, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently under moderate supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, agency staff, and external contacts.
• Regularly, reliably, and punctually attend work.
• Responsibly handle sensitive and highly confidential information and situations.
• Show flexibility and adaptability toward changes in assignments and work schedules.
• Adhere to the agency¿s internal management policies and procedures.
• Ability to work successfully in both a small team environment and in a self-paced environment
• Ability to communicate information in a clear, organized, and concise way
• Ability to work under pressure, and successfully meet objectives and deadlines
• Superb attention to detail
• Ability to maintain attorney-client privilege and confidentiality of records required by law
• Skill in using personal computers, general office software, databases, and online legal research services and software

Preferred:

• Experience serving as liaison to the Texas Register
• Experience working with a Board and organizing meetings
• Experience handling complaints or similar customer service-related experience
• Experience as a paralegal/legal assistant in a state government environment
• Experience with the Texas Administrative Procedure Act, Texas Open Meetings Act, and Public Information Act
• Knowledge of state government agencies and processes
• Knowledge of legislative process
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and rules governing the Texas Ethics Commission

Physical Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in a standard office environment and requires:

• Normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies.
• Marginal or corrected visual and auditory requirements.
• Constant use of personal computers, copiers, printers, and telephones.
• Ability to work under deadlines, as a team member, and in direct contact with others.

Benefits

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT THE TEC:

The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:
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¿¿¿¿¿Paid Sick Leave¿¿¿¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿ ¿¿¿¿¿Longevity Pay
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¿¿¿¿¿Dependent Optional Life Insurance¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿Voluntary AD&D Insurance
¿¿¿¿¿Dependent Health & Life Insurance¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts

Military/Veteran Information

RELATED MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:
Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen with a MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of 27A Judge Advocate General, 250X Judge Advocate General Corps, LG10 or 04 Legal, 4410 Master of Law (General), and 44 Legal services or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirement may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are encouraged to apply. Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf

Additional Information

COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The selected candidate will be paid monthly based on the salary and the work schedule agreed upon with the selected candidate.

E-VERIFY:
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee¿s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

H-1B VISA SPONSORSHIP

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

How to Apply

How to Apply: 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. Please upload a resume when submitting your application in CAPPS. 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

Remarks (application procedure, special requirements):

• A State of Texas employment application must be completed online.
• Employment applications may be obtained from the Texas Ethics Commission website at https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/about/index.php#jobs
• Any requests for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the applicant to Human Resources.
• The Texas Ethics Commission is in a smoke-free building.

ONLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

The Texas Ethics Commission does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Closing Date/Time: 2026-09-28

Salary:

$4583.33 - 5416.66 Monthly