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Counsel (Attorney IV-V)

Job #: 2026-41

  • TWC Job #: 16951782
  • Travel Required: Up to 10%
  • Monthly Salary: $9,166.67 - $12,500.00
  • Position Location: Austin, TX
  • Group Step: B28 - B30
  • Class: 3505 - 3506
  • Status: Open

Counsel – Austin, Texas

The Office of the Governor is looking to fill four positions for a Counsel (Attorney IV - V) to work in the newly established Texas Regulatory Efficiency Office (TREO).

Who We Are

The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin.

What You’ll Earn

The salary is $9,166.67 - $12,500.00 a month ($110,000.04 - $150,000.00 a year).

Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave. Also, State of Texas employees are eligible for a defined retirement plan. Learn more: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits

What You’ll Do

This position performs advanced to highly advanced (senior-level) legal work. Work involves providing well-researched legal services on a wide range of legal issues, including preparing legal documents; interpreting laws, regulations, and rules; and performing legal reviews of the process by which Texas state agencies adopt rules and impose regulatory requirements. Reviews bills for legal issues during the legislative session.

  • Performs legal and administrative activities related to the review of agency rules and regulations as set forth in SB 14, 89th Legislature.
  • Provides legal advice to the TREO Director and the Office of the Governor on legal matters related to the review of agency rules and the rulemaking process; identifies appropriate legal solutions.
  • Oversees or works on large, complex, or high-profile legal matters, projects or cases; resolves substantive and procedural issues.
  • Drafts legal documents, including memoranda on regulatory matters and administrative rules.
  • Prepares legal opinions, briefs, and reports related the review of agency rules and regulations.
  • Assists OOG staff, including General Counsel, in legal matters that arise with respect to other state agencies.
  • Communicates effectively with members of the Texas Legislature, advocacy groups, local governmental entities and law enforcement, constituents, and others as authorized on behalf of the OOG.
  • Coordinates with other state agencies regarding legal matters affecting those agencies or the OOG.
  • Coordinates, formulates, and establishes policies and procedures.
  • Monitors, reviews, and analyzes legislation in advance of, and during, the legislative session.
  • Reviews legal documents and conducts regulatory research as needed.
  • Provides advice and counsel on a wide range of legal matters as assigned.

How You’ll Qualify

Attorney IV

  • Graduation from an accredited law school and current member of the bar in good standing;
  • Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas for four (4) years; or licensed in another state for four (4) years and able to secure licensure in Texas as soon as practicable; and
  • Must be able to research, analyze, and solve legal problems and to interpret laws and regulations.

Attorney V

  • Graduation from an accredited law school and current member of the bar in good standing;
  • Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas for five (5) years; or licensed in another state for five (5) years and able to secure licensure in Texas as soon as practicable; and
  • Must be able to research, analyze, and solve legal problems and to interpret laws and regulations.

Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis. Salary and position level will be based on experience and demonstrated skills.

You’re a Great Fit with

  • Six (6) years or more of work experience as a practicing attorney in Texas;
  • Experience and knowledge in the regulatory review and rulemaking process;
  • Experience with legal review of rules of Texas state agencies; and
  • Prior experience working in and around the Texas Legislature.

Registration, Certification or Licensure

Texas State Bar License in good standing or licensure in good standing in another state with demonstrated ability to obtain Texas licensure soon after joining the office.

Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply

It’s an excellent job for a licensed attorney who is experienced with the legal review of rules of Texas state agencies. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.

Valid Texas Driver’s License or be willing to obtain a valid Texas Driver’s License within 90 days if moving from another state.

Veterans

Veterans, Reservists, or members of the Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office.

To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and resume, and apply online at www.workintexas.com. Paper applications and resumes are not accepted in person or via email.
 
Submit a separate application and resume for each position that you are qualified.
 
In Work in Texas, search for Office of the Governor job postings by the “Agency Job ID” listed as “Job #” on the position description – or – using the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) assigned posting ID number, listed as “TWC job number” on the position description.