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PUCT, Counsel; General Counsel V Jobs in Austin, USA at Public Utility Commission of Texas
Position: PUCT, Commission Counsel (General Counsel V)
Commission Counsel – Office of Policy & Docket Management
The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) is seeking an experienced legal and policy leader to serve as Commission Counsel in the Office of Policy and Docket Management (OPDM). This executive‑level position provides legal and policy guidance on complex regulatory matters, supports Commission proceedings, and leads briefings for open meetings, including the review and analysis of docketed cases. The role also provides executive oversight of the Office of Policy Docket Management, guiding strategic initiatives, regulatory processes, and agency priorities in alignment with statutory requirements and Commission objectives.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with a degree in business, engineering, law, public policy or related field.
- Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree.
- Licensed with the State Bar of Texas and in good standing.
- Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in regulatory areas, preferably within electric, telecommunications, or water and wastewater utilities.
- Experience in management and program direction, including oversight of staff, operations, and complex regulatory or legal programs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience providing legal and policy guidance to commissioners, executive management, or governing bodies on complex legal and policy matters.
- Experience in administrative hearings, contested case proceedings, or regulatory litigation, including work with the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) or similar entities.
- Experience leading or overseeing legal or regulatory programs within a governmental or public‑utility regulatory environment.
Work Schedule
The PUCT operates on a standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Employees may request an alternative work schedule in accordance with the PUCT’s Alternative Work Schedule Policy. Approval of such requests, including any form of telecommuting, is at management’s discretion and based on the business needs of the agency and the requirements of the position.
Newly hired employees are required to complete a waiting period before becoming eligible to telecommute. After thirty (30) days of employment and with supervisor approval, a new hire may telecommute up to one (1) day per week. After ninety (90) days of employment and with supervisor approval, a new hire may telecommute up to two (2) days per week. Supervisors may require new hires to report to the office more frequently if necessary to support training, performance, or business needs.
Veteran’s
Preference
Veterans, reservists, or guardsmen with a military occupation specialty (MOS) or additional duties that fall in the fields listed in the Military Crosswalk for Commission Counsel are encouraged to apply. If qualifying, required documentation must be provided with the State of Texas application: DD Form 214 for veterans, and the appropriate documents for other family members if applicable.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The PUCT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All information provided in connection with an employment application must be accurate and complete. Any misstatement, falsification or omission of information may result in refusal to hire or termination. The PUCT participates in the EVerify+ system to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees. The PUCT does not sponsor employees for work authorization and does not have a formal training program for STEM OPT.
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Title: PUCT, Counsel; General Counsel V
Company: Public Utility Commission of Texas
Location: Austin, USA
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