Attorney I-II

Attorney I-II Organization: DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES

Primary Location: Texas-AustinWork Locations: WP Clements W 15TH ST STE 1300 Austin 78701

Job: Legal

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full-timeStandard Hours Per Week: 40.00

State Job Code: 3502

Salary Admin Plan: B

Grade: 22

Salary (Pay Basis): 5, , Monthly)

Number of Openings: 1

Overtime Status: Exempt

Job Posting: Nov 19, 2025, 4:22:05 PM

Closing Date: Dec 3, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

DescriptionJob Posting:

Opened:

11/19/2025

Closes:

12/3/2025

Position Title:

Attorney I-II

Class/Group:

/B22-B24

Military Occupation Specialty Code:

Coast Guard: LGL10

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:

Exempt

Number of Vacancies:

1

Division/Section:

Executive Administration / Office of the General Counsel

Salary Range:

$5, $6,770.83 / monthly

Duration:

Regular

Hours Worked Weekly:

40

Work Schedule:

This position may be eligible for flexible work hours and/or a hybrid work schedule if certain program guidelines are met; working arrangements may change at any time at the sole discretion of the agency.

Travel:

Limited

Agency Address:

300 West 15th Street, #1300 / Austin, Texas 78701

Web site:

Refer Inquiries to:

People and Culture Office

Telephone:

How To Apply:

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Special Instructions:

• Applicants must provide in-depth information in the EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIALS section to demonstrate how they meet the position qualifications. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.

• Resumes may be uploaded as an attachment but are not accepted in lieu of the information required in the EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIALS section of the application.

Interview Place/Time:

Candidates will be notified for appointments as determined by the selection committee.

Selective Service Registration:

Section of the Government Code requires males, ages 18 through 25 years, to provide proof of their Selective Service registration or proof of their exemption from the requirement as a condition of state employment.

H-1B Visa Sponsorship:

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Department of Information Resources does not exclude anyone from consideration for recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action, or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities, which it sponsors on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability. Please call to request reasonable accommodation.

Position DescriptionWhat We Do

We are a technology agency powered by people.

DIR offers secure, modern, and cost-effective technology to help government entities in Texas serve their constituents.

DIR is a fast-paced and collaborative environment with highly motivated, innovative, and engaged employees dedicated to achieving the best value for the state. We have over 250 professionals working at DIR who are honored to serve as the cornerstone of public sector technology in Texas. By joining DIR, you will be an integral part of transforming how Texas government serves Texans.

Position Summary

This role performs routine (journey-level) to moderately complex (journey-level) legal work for the Office of the General Counsel. Work involves planning and implementing legal tasks, preparing legal documents, interpreting laws and regulations, and rendering legal advice and counsel. Works under moderate to general supervision with limited to moderate latitude for the use of independent judgement.

• Assists agency with interpretation and compliance and reviews and advises on all applicable state and federal privacy laws and regulations; Assists in the development of privacy policies to ensure agency employees, contractors, and vendors protect the personal information maintained and processed by the agency.
• Develops and delivers privacy training to state agency employees and promotes activities to foster privacy awareness within the agency.
• Advises the agency on best practices, ethical, and legal issues surrounding the use of Artificial Intelligence and develops and delivers AI training to state agency employees and promotes a culture of responsible AI usage; Assists agency with governance, policy, and contracting issues regarding Artificial Intelligence.
• Assists with researching and preparing drafts of laws, rules, and regulations for legislative consideration or formal rule-making adoption.
• Assists agency in complying with open meetings and open records laws and regulations; assists in resolving substantive and procedural issues.
• Assists with interpreting and advising staff on the application of laws and regulations that affect the agency; research legal issues and advises staff on issues related to contract terms and conditions, procurement, rulemaking, privacy, confidentiality, security, open records, and relevant federal laws and rules;
• Serves as the agency's assistant ethics officer by providing advice and counsel to agency staff and Board, including the following specific job functions;

o Provides advice and counsel on ethical issues and guidelines to agency employees and board members;

o Provides an internal review of other agency policies to ensure agency consistency and integration with the agency's ethics philosophies;

o Integrates the agency ethics message throughout the agency's culture and policies; and

o Promptly conducts investigations and prepares written investigative reports as necessary pursuant to complaints and allegations of ethical wrongdoing or conflicts of interest.

• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

QualificationsEducation

• Graduation from an accredited law school with an LL.B. or a J.D. degree
• Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Texas.

Experience and Training Required

• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.

Experience and Training Preferred

• Experience with analyzing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with legislation or regulation
• Familiarity with privacy laws and best practices
• Privacy Certification, such as CIPM and/or CIPP-US
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence governance and best practices
• Experience with open records and open meetings laws
• Familiarity drafting and revising information technology contracts
• Familiarity with applicable information technology laws and regulations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Texas state government, state legislative processes, and the state budget process
• Excellent skill in communicating both verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner.
• Skill in finding solutions for or to deal proactively with issues or problems.
• Skill in legal research, writing, and analysis
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with people of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work on concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment while effectively organizing, prioritizing, and coordinating work assignments.
• Ability to act in a self-confident manner to effectively communicate and promote the ideas, goals, and mission of the agency to the public.
• Ability to consult and provide sound advice and recommendations that enable others to make business decisions in the best interest of the project and/or the agency.
• Ability to serve internal agency customers by focusing effort on meeting their needs, understanding their concerns, and effectively resolving issues.
• Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Ability to effectively interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties, including knowledge of negotiation strategies and techniques.
• Ability to exercise courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in all communications, including the ability to exercise discretion when handling confidential information.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cordial working relationships at all organizational levels, including agency management, direct supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers.
• Ability to understand, follow and convey brief oral and/or written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to support and contribute to a cohesive team environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and exacting schedules to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet required deadlines.
• Ability to comply with all agency policy and applicable laws.
• Ability to comply with all applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of any critical infrastructure researched, worked on, or accessed for work purposes.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in the use of a computer and applicable software necessary to perform work assignments, e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, meetings, and email. (Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook preferred).

Other Requirements

• Regular and punctual attendance at the workplace.
• Criminal background check.
• Occasional overtime.

Working Conditions

• Frequent use of computers, copiers, printers, and telephones.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, listening, and talking.
• Frequent work under stress, as a team member, and in direct contact with others.
• Occasional bending, stooping, lifting, and climbing.