OAG - Environmental Protection | Assistant Attorney General I-II | 24-0860

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OAG - Environmental Protection | Assistant Attorney General I-II | 24-0860 (00044168)
Organization: OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Primary Location: Texas-Austin
Work Locations: Environmental Protection 300 W. 15th St Austin 78701
Job: Legal
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
State Job Code: 3510 3511
Salary Admin Plan: B
Grade: 22 24
Salary (Pay Basis): 6,507.99 - 8,125.00 (Monthly)
Number of Openings: 1
Overtime Status: Exempt
Job Posting: Aug 6, 2024, 3:45:14 PM
Closing Date: Ongoing
Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Environmental Protection Division (EPD) of the Texas Attorney General’s Office represents the State and its agencies in civil proceedings involving energy and natural resource issues. EPD has a collegial team of 25+ litigators with a robust practice in State and federal trial and appellate courts, handling all aspects of litigation. An ideal candidate has an interest in environmental litigation, oil and gas, energy and utility issues, Texas lands and parks, and is willing to learn about these areas of law and gain valuable civil litigation experience. EPD prides itself on the quality of legal services it provides on behalf of the State.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State’s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Courtroom experience in state and/or federal court (e.g., arguing motions, trial)
• Exceptional academic credentials
• Experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: Civil Litigation or Environmental Law

Please refer the Job description for details