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Do you have a passion for public service and enjoy making a difference? Dont miss out on this opportunity. The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) is hiring! Apply now if youre looking for a rewarding career in public service. We regulate the insurance industry, administer the Texas workers compensation system, and educate and protect consumers. Youll love the benefits of working at TDI: Flexible work schedules. Hybrid work schedule, if applicable. Work-life-balance. 96 hours of accrued vacation a year. 96 hours of accrued sick leave a year. 20+ holidays every year. Career advancement opportunities. Free parking. Free comprehensive medical insurance for full-time employees and 50% off premium costs for dependents (state pays other 50%). Things youll do in your first year on the job as an Enforcement attorney: Get litigation experience with a manageable docket. Solid training and plenty of experienced support help you ease into litigating cases. Once youve gathered the skills needed, youll have relevant skills others take a career to develop. Develop administrative law skillsa varied practice area with public and private practitioners throughout the state. Learn the insurance industry. Every lawyer deals with insurance in their practice and in their daily life. Work with a collaborative, team-oriented group of professionals. Whether you stay at TDI for a year or a career, youll cultivate long-lasting, valuable skills and relationships. The Texas insurance market is the fifth largest in the world and has vast career prospects. Learn the ropes, protect nearly 30 million Texas consumers, and even work towards public service loan forgiveness asTDI is a qualifying organization for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. TDI also offers a lifetime monthly retirement annuity as well as 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas. This position requires two days of work in person each week at TDIs new Barbara Jordan Building at 1601 Congress Ave. The innovative structure is part of the states Capitol Complex project and is within walking distance of the Bob Bullock Museum, State Capital building, the UT campus, as well as many other notable Austin locations. Before you apply: Learn about our selection process, our military employment preference, and licensing and credential requirements. Attorney I-II (Attorney) Performs entry level to routine (journey-level) to moderately complex attorney work for Enforcement. Investigates and litigates administrative actions against licensed insurance agents, adjusters, companies, and other authorized persons, as well as against unlicensed individuals and entities for violations of the Texas Insurance Code, Texas Administrative Code, and Texas Occupations Code. Work involves planning legal activities, preparing legal documents, participating in hearings, interpreting laws and regulations, and rendering legal advice and counsel. Works under moderate supervision, with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position: Represents the Texas Department of Insurance in disciplinary actions concerning licensed insurance agents, adjusters, companies, and other authorized persons, as well as against unlicensed individuals and entities. Drafts briefs and pleadings. Prepares commissioner orders related to contested cases and hearings. Assists in the investigation and resolution of complaints concerning alleged violations of the Texas Insurance Code, Texas Administrative Code, and Texas Occupations Code. Assists the Office of the Attorney General in preparation of administrative appeals. Provides le al advice and opinions for the commissioner of insurance and other agency employees. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: This position requires: Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D. or LL.B degree. Preferred Experience: o Attorney I six months to one year of legal experience. Law clerk, legal assistant, or similar experience may count toward legal experience requirement. o Attorney II at least one to two years of legal experience. Law clerk, legal assistant, or similar experience may count toward legal experience requirement. Registration, License, or Certification Required: Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Texas. Licensure candidates who took a recent bar exam may apply for this position but must meet this licensing requirement before the date of hire. Additional job details: This position requires regular work attendance and at least two days of in person attendance at the Barbara Jordan Building office location, with eligibility for a hybrid work schedule for the other three days. If eligible, the employee must have a secure, dedicated workspace with reliable broadband internet service. The ideal candidate must be available for daily meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams and other applications during regular business hours. The following items MUST be submitted with the application: A resume A complete law school transcript showing graduation date (Personal Identifiable Information should be redacted). If you are chosen for an interview, you must provide the following before the interview: A writing sample of no more than 10 pages, which must not be authored by anyone other than the applicant. This position requires applicant to be eligible to apply for access to the Texas Criminal Justice Information system. For eligibility, see: https://www.dps.texas.gov/administration/crime_records/docs/txCJISSysAccPolicy.pdf TDI will conduct a criminal background check on all final candidates. An applicant who has been convicted of, received deferred adjudication for, or has an open arrest for a criminal offense, may be disqualified from employment. Preferences for this position include: At least one year of litigation experience. Working knowledge of and experience in administrative, insurance, or criminal law. Successful completion of litigation-related law school courses, such as evidence, advocacy, trial skills, clinics, internship, and participation in mock trial or moot court may be counted toward the litigation experience requirement. This position requires demonstrated knowledge of: State laws, rules, procedures, and regulations relevant to job requirements. Civil evidentiary techniques and procedural requirements. Word processing and experience in the preparation of pleadings, legal documents, and briefs. This position requires demonstrated skill in: Problem solving and critical thinking. Using Microsoft Office software applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint. Using personal computers sufficient to enter and extract data from related systems and programs such as Centralized Accounting Payroll and Personnel (CAPPS) and other systems required to perform the job. Legal research, analysis, and writing in plain English. Prioritizing workloads and meeting deadlines. This position requires the demon