Deputy General Counsel I-II

• STATE CLASSIFICATION POSITION:GENERAL COUNSEL I-II $82,000 - $110,000

The Texas Racing Commission is responsible for regulating pari-mutuel horse racing in the State of Texas. Duties involve interpreting laws, regulations, and rules, preparing legal documents, and rendering legal advice and counsel. Work involves directing and planning the agency's legal activities; consulting with attorneys; preparing cases for hearings or trial; coordinating the drafting and negotiation of contracts; drafting and monitoring legislation related to the agency's strategic plan and legislative appropriations request; and support the agency's compliance matters related to the Sunset Advisory Commission. Work is performed under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:**

• Provides legal counsel and services to the Texas Racing Commission.
• Assists with Commission meeting agendas, meeting materials and training events.
• Directs and plans legal activities for the agency, providing legal advice and opinions on policy decision-making to agency management and identifying appropriate legal solutions.
• Advises on the interpretation, applications, and enforcement of agency laws and rules.
• Reviews laws, rules, and regulations affecting agency operations and administration; and makes recommendations for changes.
• Advises and acts as liaison to agency management and staff, consumers, industry representatives, government officials, and other parties regarding legal matters under the agency's jurisdiction including the interpretation, application and enforcement of agency laws and regulations.
• Drafts legal documents, bills, administrative rules, and amendments for legislative consideration. Completes final review of complex administrative rules and policies for the statutory areas regulated by the agency.
• Provide representation for the agency in conjunction with the Office of the Attorney General in civil and criminal actions brought by or against the agency.
• Provides assistance in the preparation, development, and review of legislation and may testify at hearings and legislative meetings as needed.
• Demonstrates a spirit of teamwork, offering positive and constructive ideas, encouragement, and support to other members of the staff and team, while upholding the agency's core values.

Minimum Education And Experience

• Graduation from an accredited law school with an L.L.B. or J.D. degree.
• Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• At least five (5) years progressively responsible experience in administrative law and three (3) years experience in administrative rule-making procedures or senior legislative experience with a state agency and/or a statewide elected official preferred.
• Two (2) years of experience as a manager, supervisor, or team leader in a legal or legislative setting preferred.

How To Apply

• Submit an application through Work in Texas or you may submit a State of Texas application form and resume to '[email protected].'
• Once application and resume are submitted and if the applicant meets minimum position qualifications, the agency will contact the applicant to initiate the background screening process.