Texas Attorney General

The Crime Victim Services Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), a state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas.. Directs, plans, coordinates and monitors the appeals section of the Crime Victim Services Division.. Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.). Two years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney working victim services law. Four years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney working victim services law

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****PLEASE NOTE THIS APPLICATION IS EXPRESSING INTEREST IN THIS ROLE AND NOT A FORMAL APPLICATION***** GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Crime Victim Services Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), a state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. Work involves overseeing the appeals process, open records process, and subrogation in the Crime Victims’ Compensation Program. Drafts bills and amendments for legislative consideration. Assigns and supervises the work of others.This position may be eligible for telework up to three days per week once trained. Employees must have a secure, dedicated workspace with Internet service, ability to maintain a reliable consistent work schedule, and be available for weekly meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams and other applications during regular business hours.Flexible work arrangements, to include flexible work schedules and/or telework, may be considered relative to business need after training.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.Level of Complexity of State Classification: Moderately ComplexLevel of Supervision of State Classification: Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS<ul><li>Directs, plans, coordinates and monitors the appeals section of the Crime Victim Services Division. Monitors and manages staff work in process by directing activities to meet established goals; prepares and conducts performance evaluations; provides training and technical assistance; and resolves work-related conflicts</li><li>Oversees administrative law hearings, appeals reviews of compensation claims, and investigations of alleged fraud committed against the victims of crime fund</li><li>Assists with drafting, monitoring, analyzing, and advising in establishment of Crime Victims’ Compensation administrative rules, policies and procedures, and legal documents</li><li>Assists with drafting bills and amendments for legislative consideration and providing analysis of proposed law and potential fiscal costs.</li><li>Oversees enforcement of applications involving Crime Victims’ Compensation subrogation rights</li><li>Oversees CVSD compliance with the Public Information Act</li><li>Assists in preparation of pre- and post- trial documents and provides legal advice and assistance in lawsuits arising from dissatisfaction of compensation claim decisions</li><li>Performs related work as assigned</li><li>Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions</li><li>Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule</li><li>Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information</li><li>Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity</li></ul> QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.)</li><li>Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas</li><li>Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas</li><li>Two years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney working victim services law</li><li>Knowledge of laws, legal principles and practices relevant to victim issues matters</li><li>Skill in using a computer for word-processing and data entry/retrieval</li><li>Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines</li><li>Skill in effective oral and written communication</li><li>Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making</li><li>Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback</li><li>Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment</li><li>Ability to provide excellent customer service</li><li>Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel</li><li>Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA</li><li>Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.</li><li>Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%</li></ul>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Four years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney working victim services law</li><li>Knowledge of state and federal laws related to purchasing, contracting, and grant and management standards</li><li>Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak in Spanish</li></ul>

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