TWDB - 26-139 Assistant General Counsel (Attorney I) Job

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Texas Water Development Board’s Mission - Leading the state’s efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas.

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, and flexible work alternatives so you can have a work/life balance! For more information about these benefits and more visit http://www.twdb.texas.gov/jobs/benefits.asp.

The Texas Water Development Board does not discriminate on basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability in employment or provision of services, programs, or activities.

**Must meet agency in-office requirements**

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs routine (journey-level) legal work. Work involves assisting the General Counsel and Team Lead for the Water Supply and Infrastructure Team (WSI Team) in planning and organizing work, interpreting laws and regulations, preparing legal documents, and rendering legal advice and counsel. Performs legal services for the Board, Executive Administrator, and agency staff. Assists with and conducts reviews of rule concepts and draft rules. Participates in briefings and meetings. May train others. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Reports to the General Counsel in the Office of General Counsel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Represents and advises state agency clients concerning state and federal laws and rules relating to agency programs.
Reviews applications and securities documents for agency programs to ensure they adherence to legal requirements.
Negotiates, drafts and reviews documents for loan applications and closings.
Conducts legal research concerning state and federal financial assistance programs and municipal finance laws.
Drafts rules, conducts rulemaking proceedings, and monitors changes in state and federal laws, as required.
Drafts contracts in accordance with agency's legal authority and with state and federal laws and regulations relating to contracts and contract management.
Drafts and analyzes state and federal legislation
Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency's records retention procedures and schedule.
Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include, attending mandatory training courses.
May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D. or L.L.B. degree.
Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas or awaiting results of the July 2026 Texas Bar examination. Offer will be contingent on passage of the bar examination if the selected candidate has taken the July 2026 bar examination and is awaiting results.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of water, environmental, real estate, administrative, or government law.
Knowledge of or experience in the state or federal legislative process.
Experience in water policy and planning.
Knowledge of contract law and Texas state agency contracts.
Knowledge of bond and loan transactions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the Texas Water Development Board.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of environmental law.
Knowledge of bond and loan transactions.
Skills in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Access.
Skills in use of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.
Skill in conducting efficient legal research, including the use of Westlaw and other online resources.
Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure within Texas.
Ability to meet agency in-office requirements.
Ability to identify legal issues.
Ability to adhere to work schedules, follow procedures with respect to leave and submit accurate timesheets by prescribed deadlines.
Ability to make mature, objective decisions and identify areas of potential problems.
Ability to perform effectively and willingly when changes occur in scope and nature of the work and work environment.
Ability to perform routine and non-routine work assignments accurately and on-time with little or no supervision.
Ability to perform assigned duties and improve work habits and/or output.
Ability to complete assigned work, on time, neatly and with infrequent errors.
Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to provide prompt, courteous and accurate assistance and clear and concise communication to all stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work and cooperate with others in a team environment.
Ability to manage multiple tasks.
Ability to stand/sit/move to perform activities such as retrieve/replace files in a large file system for boxes up to 30 lbs.
Ability and willingness to travel 5% of the time, primarily within the State of Texas.
Ability to operate a vehicle (state or personal) for state business and maintain a driver's license and driving record that complies with state and agency requirements.
Ability to work shifts that may exceed 8 hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends.
Ability to train others.

Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Company Cafeteria

The mission of the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is to lead the state's efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas. Our mission is a vital part of Texas' overall vision and the state's mission and goals that relate to maintaining the viability of the state's natural resources, health, and economic development. The TWDB's main responsibilities are threefold: collecting and disseminating water-related data; assisting with regional water supply and flood planning that contributes to preparing the state water plan and state flood plan; and administering cost-effective financial programs for constructing water supply, wastewater treatment, flood control, and agricultural water conservation projects.