Attorney I (Agency posting #16-19) (Austin)

The responsibilities include detecting and investigating violations of the Texas Securities Act, identifying and analyzing evidence of such violations for administrative, civil, and criminal enforcement actions, and participating in trials and hearings. Investigations and enforcement actions often involve complex legal issues requiring extensive knowledge of relevant statutes and regulations; works under general supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (License, Education, Experience):

The minimum qualifications require graduation from accredited law school with J.D. Degree and a license to practice law in Texas. Valid Texas Drivers license and up to 25% travel required.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

The preferred qualifications are experience in securities regulation and thorough knowledge of state and federal securities law.

HOW TO APPLY (Application procedure, Special requirements):

To be considered for this position, you must submit (1) a completed standard state application, (2) a State Securities Board Supplement To Application For Employment,, (3) a copy of your law school transcripts, and (4) a writing sample. Applications and the Supplement form may be downloaded from the Agency website at https://www.ssb.texas.gov. Completed applications, along with the Supplement, transcripts, and writing sample should be sent to Human Resources, State Securities Board, P.O. Box 13167, Austin, Texas 78711-3167, faxed to 512-305-8327, or emailed to human.resources@ssb.texas.gov. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a standard state application. Applicants to be interviewed will be contacted by the Agency. Applications accepted for this position only. EOE.

Veterans, Reservist, or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Military Crosswalk information can be found at http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSCLegal.pdf