Legal CPS Regional Attny III

Job Description

Legal CPS Regional Attny III

The position provides direct representation in court in legal cases. The position provides expertise, guidance, and instruction in family law, civil litigation, and agency policy. The position monitors the progress of all Texas Department of Family and Protective Services court cases within the assigned area of responsibility and takes appropriate measures to ensure the timely and appropriate resolution of those cases. The position interacts routinely with caseworkers, supervisors, program directors and program administrators; agency attorneys, county and district attorneys, and opposing counsel; judges; agency clients, witnesses, community professionals, and expert witnesses; and protective services clients and the general public.

Essential Job Functions

Advises staff on legal matters and interprets laws, regulations, and policies.

Advises county and district attorneys on legal matters, and interprets laws, regulations, and policies.

Provides agency representation in court cases.

Prepares cases for trial and handles the trial on most cases.

Provides legal training to agency staff and the legal community.

Coordinates specialized legal efforts with appropriate experts.

Prepares or supervises the preparation of legal opinions, briefs, legal pleadings, and reports.

Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations.

Assists in formulating, establishing, and coordinating office systems.

Promotes, monitors, and ensures that respect is demonstrated for cultural diversity.

Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy

Knowledge Skills Abilities

Knowledge of family law and civil practice.

Ability to synthesize law, administrative rules, agency policies and goals, and best practice recommendations to reach an appropriate interpretation.

Ability to convey complex legal ideas and instructions clearly to staff.

Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with agency staff and the legal community

Registration Or Licensure Requirements

Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Initial Selection Criteria

Two years experience in the practice of law preferred, but not required. Must be in good standing with the Texas State Bar.

Additional Information

MOS Code:

Note: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include: 27A, 27B, 250X, LGL10, 4402, 51JX. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.

As a state agency, DFPS is required Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.

HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.