Texas Department of Motor Vehicles
TxDMV - Associate General Counsel
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
State Title: Attorney IV (3505). This position is hybrid within the greater area of Austin, subject to approval by management. Employees are required to report to the office as directed (subject to change).
Submission of Application: Your application must be complete, accurate and reflect all experience and education. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification. "See Resume" is not accepted in lieu of a completed online State of Texas application but attached resumes may be considered as additional supplemental information. To apply for this position, complete an online application either through the Applicant Career Section or WorkInTexas. TxDMV does not accept paper applications. Applicants who require an accommodation for the interview process should contact Human Resources at 512-465-4043 when contacted to schedule an interview.
General Description Performs advanced (senior-level) legal work concerning the compliance and interpretation of federal and state laws, rules, and regulations for the Department, including overseeing and planning legal activities, analyzing statutes, rules, regulations and examining and preparing administrative rules, department policies, legislative bills, and contracts. Advises the TxDMV Board, management, and staff on a variety of issues necessary to ensure consistent statewide implementation of rules, regulations and policies Texas administrative law, Texas state procurement laws and rules, and state and federal motor vehicle law. Engages in effective communication with governmental agencies, private entities, stakeholders, and their legal counsel. Coordinates and directs large projects, including rule reviews and the implementation of legislation. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment and may also assign the work of others. This position works under the supervision of the General Counsel.
Essential Duties Researches legal issues, advises on TxDMV staff and decision-makers on legal questions, and interprets laws, rules and regulations, case law, opinions, decisions and court orders. Drafts legal memoranda or communications reflecting legal positions for both internal and external audiences. Advises department staff and decision-makers on legal matters, both substantive and procedural. Reviews and drafts documents, including proposed rules, rule preambles, contracts, policy and procedure statements, legal correspondence, proposed Board agenda items, and draft Board orders to ensure legal sufficiency and legal authority for actions. Works with both internal and external stakeholders to draft rules and policies. Oversees and directs the work of other attorneys and legal staff on projects involving statutory implementation, contract drafting or negotiation, or legal research. Directs rulemaking projects, including implementation of legislation and quadrennial rule reviews. Drafts rules to implement legislation, statutes, or department priorities, consistent with the department’s statutory authority to make rules and charge fees. Works with both internal and external stakeholders to draft rules and policies. Prepares documents for filing with the Secretary of State. Advises staff on vendor protests, warranty claims, breaches of contract, and contract disputes, including termination, contested cases, and litigation. With the Attorney General’s Office, represents the Department in civil actions brought by or against the Department. Drafts pleadings, motions and discovery responses. Advises agency staff and decision-makers on litigation issues, including document retention, final orders, motions for rehearing, settlement considerations, and potential liability. Prepares and manages subpoenas requiring the appearance of witnesses, records and documents for hearings and civil litigations. Advises on legal aspects of conflicts of interest, ethics, complaints and grievances. Researches, frames issues, and prepares briefs for formal requests for Attorney General opinions to be submitted by the Department of Motor Vehicles or the Executive Director. Represents the Department at local, state and federal levels, including litigation, meetings with stakeholders, meetings with policy makers, and contract negotiations. Drives and travels to represent the Department. Directs and assigns the work of staff attorneys, and technical and clerical employees. Reviews or drafts bills or amendments for legislative consideration. Formulates and recommends rules and policies necessary to implement legislation. Analyzes and advises on impact to the agency of legislation. Provides legal advice regarding responses to inquiries, subpoenas, orders, and requests for information. Drafts responses to correspondence from stakeholders and the general public. Advises and collaborates with agency staff outside of the Office of General Counsel. May travel up to 5% of the time. Travel by car (may include flying). May include overnight travel. May require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.
Required to attend work regularly and adhere to approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Knowledge, skills, and abilities as detailed below.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of legal principles, practices and proceedings; state and federal laws and regulations related to administrative law, motor vehicles and motor carriers, open meetings, open records, rulemaking, contested cases, contracting, ethics, appropriations, and state procurement; rules and statutes related to civil and administrative litigation, including rules of evidence, civil procedure and appellate procedure; the State of Texas Procurement and Contract Management Guide; the Department of Information Resources contracting processes and procedures; the administrative rules of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles; and negotiation practices.
Skill in developing, interpreting, and implementing rules, policies, procedures, and technical information.
Researching, analyzing, interpreting and applying legislation, laws, rules, and regulations; analyzing issues, facts and available information to develop logical solutions; researching inconsistencies of facts or data, drawing correct inferences from information and making recommendations that support business decisions.
Preparing legal documents including opinions, case law summaries, and legislative impact statements.
Speaking to present ideas in a clear, concise, organized and interesting manner.
Leading, assigning, reviewing and monitoring the work of others.
Negotiating contracts and agreements; exercising sound judgment and making effective decisions.
Problem‑solving; handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines.
Identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Reconciling differences.
Using a computer and applicable software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat; and using judgment to identify courses of action.
Ability to conduct legal research; interpret and apply laws; summarize findings; draft, prepare, and interpret legal documents; evaluate and relate findings to cases in question; receive and respond positively to constructive feedback; communicate effectively.
Travel and Work Schedule May travel up to 5% of the time; travel by car (may include flying); may include overnight travel; may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.
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Submission of Application: Your application must be complete, accurate and reflect all experience and education. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification. "See Resume" is not accepted in lieu of a completed online State of Texas application but attached resumes may be considered as additional supplemental information. To apply for this position, complete an online application either through the Applicant Career Section or WorkInTexas. TxDMV does not accept paper applications. Applicants who require an accommodation for the interview process should contact Human Resources at 512-465-4043 when contacted to schedule an interview.
General Description Performs advanced (senior-level) legal work concerning the compliance and interpretation of federal and state laws, rules, and regulations for the Department, including overseeing and planning legal activities, analyzing statutes, rules, regulations and examining and preparing administrative rules, department policies, legislative bills, and contracts. Advises the TxDMV Board, management, and staff on a variety of issues necessary to ensure consistent statewide implementation of rules, regulations and policies Texas administrative law, Texas state procurement laws and rules, and state and federal motor vehicle law. Engages in effective communication with governmental agencies, private entities, stakeholders, and their legal counsel. Coordinates and directs large projects, including rule reviews and the implementation of legislation. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment and may also assign the work of others. This position works under the supervision of the General Counsel.
Essential Duties Researches legal issues, advises on TxDMV staff and decision-makers on legal questions, and interprets laws, rules and regulations, case law, opinions, decisions and court orders. Drafts legal memoranda or communications reflecting legal positions for both internal and external audiences. Advises department staff and decision-makers on legal matters, both substantive and procedural. Reviews and drafts documents, including proposed rules, rule preambles, contracts, policy and procedure statements, legal correspondence, proposed Board agenda items, and draft Board orders to ensure legal sufficiency and legal authority for actions. Works with both internal and external stakeholders to draft rules and policies. Oversees and directs the work of other attorneys and legal staff on projects involving statutory implementation, contract drafting or negotiation, or legal research. Directs rulemaking projects, including implementation of legislation and quadrennial rule reviews. Drafts rules to implement legislation, statutes, or department priorities, consistent with the department’s statutory authority to make rules and charge fees. Works with both internal and external stakeholders to draft rules and policies. Prepares documents for filing with the Secretary of State. Advises staff on vendor protests, warranty claims, breaches of contract, and contract disputes, including termination, contested cases, and litigation. With the Attorney General’s Office, represents the Department in civil actions brought by or against the Department. Drafts pleadings, motions and discovery responses. Advises agency staff and decision-makers on litigation issues, including document retention, final orders, motions for rehearing, settlement considerations, and potential liability. Prepares and manages subpoenas requiring the appearance of witnesses, records and documents for hearings and civil litigations. Advises on legal aspects of conflicts of interest, ethics, complaints and grievances. Researches, frames issues, and prepares briefs for formal requests for Attorney General opinions to be submitted by the Department of Motor Vehicles or the Executive Director. Represents the Department at local, state and federal levels, including litigation, meetings with stakeholders, meetings with policy makers, and contract negotiations. Drives and travels to represent the Department. Directs and assigns the work of staff attorneys, and technical and clerical employees. Reviews or drafts bills or amendments for legislative consideration. Formulates and recommends rules and policies necessary to implement legislation. Analyzes and advises on impact to the agency of legislation. Provides legal advice regarding responses to inquiries, subpoenas, orders, and requests for information. Drafts responses to correspondence from stakeholders and the general public. Advises and collaborates with agency staff outside of the Office of General Counsel. May travel up to 5% of the time. Travel by car (may include flying). May include overnight travel. May require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.
Required to attend work regularly and adhere to approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Knowledge, skills, and abilities as detailed below.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of legal principles, practices and proceedings; state and federal laws and regulations related to administrative law, motor vehicles and motor carriers, open meetings, open records, rulemaking, contested cases, contracting, ethics, appropriations, and state procurement; rules and statutes related to civil and administrative litigation, including rules of evidence, civil procedure and appellate procedure; the State of Texas Procurement and Contract Management Guide; the Department of Information Resources contracting processes and procedures; the administrative rules of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles; and negotiation practices.
Skill in developing, interpreting, and implementing rules, policies, procedures, and technical information.
Researching, analyzing, interpreting and applying legislation, laws, rules, and regulations; analyzing issues, facts and available information to develop logical solutions; researching inconsistencies of facts or data, drawing correct inferences from information and making recommendations that support business decisions.
Preparing legal documents including opinions, case law summaries, and legislative impact statements.
Speaking to present ideas in a clear, concise, organized and interesting manner.
Leading, assigning, reviewing and monitoring the work of others.
Negotiating contracts and agreements; exercising sound judgment and making effective decisions.
Problem‑solving; handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines.
Identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Reconciling differences.
Using a computer and applicable software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat; and using judgment to identify courses of action.
Ability to conduct legal research; interpret and apply laws; summarize findings; draft, prepare, and interpret legal documents; evaluate and relate findings to cases in question; receive and respond positively to constructive feedback; communicate effectively.
Travel and Work Schedule May travel up to 5% of the time; travel by car (may include flying); may include overnight travel; may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.
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