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Public Utility Commission of Texas

PUCT, Attorney (Attorney I - III)

Public Utility Commission of Texas, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Overview

The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) regulates the state's electric, telecommunications, and water and sewer utilities. The Legal Division advocates for Commission staff in contested cases and provides legal, policy, and regulatory guidance to attorneys and commissioners. Position

Attorney (entry to mid-level) Responsibilities

Represent the Commission before the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) and other agencies. Conduct legal research and analysis. Draft pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents. Coordinate expert witness preparation. Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited law school (LLB or JD). Licensed to practice in Texas and eligible to maintain a Texas bar license. Minimum of 2 years of experience as a licensed attorney (Attorney II) or 3 years of experience in utility regulation or administrative law (Attorney III). Preferred Qualifications

Internship experience in electric, telecommunications, or water and sewer utilities or with a regulatory state agency. Administrative law or litigation experience. Salary

Commits to salary by rank:

Attorney I

$77,175–$89,250;

Attorney II

$88,200–$99,750;

Attorney III

$99,225–$106,728. All newly hired attorneys receive a 6% legislatively authorized salary increase upon hire. Benefits

Positive, family-friendly work culture and comprehensive benefits package. For details, visit

https://www.puc.texas.gov/HumanResources/Home/Benefits . Work Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Alternative work schedules and telecommuting possible with supervisor approval after 30 to 90 days. Veteran Preference

Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen in applicable MOS are encouraged to apply. Provide required documentation at application time. Equal Employment Opportunity

The PUCT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Application Requirements

Complete job history: title, dates, employer, supervisor name and phone, duties performed. Letter of Interest Resume Law School Transcripts Additional Information

Required documentation and additional application instructions are detailed on the PUCT website.

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