Description:
Description:The Public Utility Commission of Texas: Your Gateway to a Fulfilling Career!
Notice to Applicants
Applications Must Contain a Complete Job History, Detailing:
- Job Title
- Dates of Employment
- Name of Employer
- Supervisor's Name and Phone Number
- Description of Duties Performed, Demonstrating how You Meet the Minimum Qualifications for The Position Applying For
Important: Resumes Do Not Replace This Required Information. Applications Stating, "see Attached" or "see Resume" Will Not Be Accepted. the Experience Listed on Your Resume Must Match the Details on The Capps State of Texas Application. Discrepancies Will Result in An Incomplete Application.
Required Documents:
- Resume
- Official or Unofficial Law School Transcript
The Hiring Manager Has Requested the Above Document(s) Be Submitted with The Capps State of Texas Application to Submit a Resume, You Must Upload It to Your Application. when Submitting Your Documents, Make Sure to Mark Them as “relevant.”
Incomplete Applications Will Not Be Considered.
Applicant Release Form Website Link (https://www.puc.texas.gov/humanresources/pdfs/puc%20p-111authorization.pdf)
Work in Texas Applicants
To Apply for The Position, It Is Best to Go to The Capps State of Texas Talent Management System to Submit Your Application by Going to Https://capps.Taleo.Net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.Ftl and Select Our Agency, Public Utility Commission of Texas, from The "company/agency" List.
If Applying Through Work in Texas (wit) You Will Also Need to Complete the Supplemental Questions and Forms to Be Considered for This Posting. an Automated Email from The Capps State of Texas Talent Management System Will Be Sent to Your Email on File in Wit with Additional Instructions.
The Public Utility Commission Regulates the State's Electric, Telecommunication, and Water and Sewer Utilities, Implementing Respective Legislation and Offering Customer Assistance in Resolving Customer Complaints.
Join a Team Dedicated to Public Service
Are You Passionate About Making a Positive Impact on The Lives of Texans? We Are Committed to Building a Highly Skilled Workforce. Our Team Boasts a Wide Range of Expertise, from Legal and Engineering Professionals to Dedicated Administrative Staff. What Unites Us Is Our Dedication to Serving the Public and Our Commitment to Protecting Customers, Fostering Competition, and Promoting High Quality Utility Infrastructure
Make a Difference with Us
We Recognize the Importance of Motivated and Knowledgeable Staff to Accomplish Our Critical Mission. if You're Eager to Contribute to Ensuring Compliance Within the Electric, Telecommunications, and Water and Sewer Utilities, We Want to Hear from You! a Career at The Puc Will Not only Expand Your Professional Horizons but Also Make You Part of A Highly Motivated, Technically Skilled, and Supportive Team Environment.
Competitive Benefits Package
In Addition to A Positive and Family-Friendly Work Culture, the Puc Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package to Its Employees.
For a Detailed Overview, Please Visit Https://www.Puc.Texas.Gov/human Resources/home/benefits.
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today!
Division – Legal
About the Legal Division
The Legal Division Represents the Public Interest by Advocating for Commission Staff in Contested Cases Before the State Office of Administrative Hearings (soah) and The Public Utility Commission of Texas (puct). the Division Provides Legal Analysis, Case Strategy, and Litigation Support in Matters Involving Electric, Telecommunications, and Water and Sewer Utilities. in Addition, the Legal Division Offers Legal and Policy Guidance to Agency Staff and The Commissioners, Supports Rulemaking and Regulatory Initiatives, and Helps Ensure the Commission's Actions Are Legally Sound and Consistent with State and Federal Law.
The Legal Division Represents the Public Interest by Advocating for Commission Staff in Contested Cases Before the State Office of Administrative Hearings (soah) and The Public Utility Commission of Texas (puct). the Division Provides Legal Analysis, Case Strategy, and Litigation Support in Matters Involving Electric, Telecommunications, and Water and Sewer Utilities. in Addition, the Legal Division Offers Legal and Policy Guidance to Agency Staff and The Commissioners, Supports Rulemaking and Regulatory Initiatives, and Helps Ensure the Commission's Actions Are Legally Sound and Consistent with State and Federal Law.
Jump Start Your Legal Career with Hands-On Experience in Administrative Law and Utility Regulation, Working Alongside Experienced Attorneys and Contested Cases that Shape Public Policy Across Texas.
The Legal Division Is Seeking a Part-Time Law Clerk to Support Attorneys in Complex Regulatory and Administrative Proceedings Involving Electric, Telecommunications, and Water and Sewer Utilities. the Law Clerk Supports Attorneys by Conducting Legal Research and Analysis and Drafting Legal Memoranda, Briefs, and Other Written Materials Related to Administrative and Regulatory Matters. This Position Also Assists with Reviewing Filings and Records, Analyzing Legal Documents, Monitoring Developments in Utility Law, and Supporting Attorneys in Contested Cases and Administrative Proceedings. This Role Offers Hands-On Exposure to Litigation Support, Regulatory Practice, and Public Service While Contributing to The Commission's Mission and Decision-Making Process.
Qualifications:
The Ideal Candidate Should Possess the Following Minimum Qualifications.
Current Enrollment as A Third Year (3 L) Law School Student at An Accredited Law School.
Additional Employment Information
This Is a Part-Time Law Clerk Position Limited to Third Year (3 L) Law Students, with Hours Ranging from 10 - 20 Hours per Week. Continued Employment After Graduation Is Not Guaranteed and Will Be Determined by The Division Director Based on Division Needs and Employee Interest.
Preferred Qualifications:
Internship Experience Relating to Electric, Telecommunications, or Water and Sewer Utilities or With a Regulatory State Agency.
Additional Compensation Information
This Position Is Posted at An Hourly Rate of $23.08, Based on The Full-Time Equivalent Salary. upon Hire, Compensation Will Be Established as A Monthly Prorated Salary Based on The Number of Hours Worked per Week, as Agreed upon With the Selected Candidate.
The Selected Candidate Will Have the Option to Select a 10-, 15-, or 20-Hour per Week Schedule, Based on Their School Schedule at The Time of Offer Acceptance.
Monthly Salary Breakdown:
10 – Hour Work Week: $1,000.00/month
15 – Hour Work Week: $1,500.00/month
20 – Hour Work Week: $2,000.00/month
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.
New Hires Become Eligible to Telecommute with Supervisor Approval After Completing 30 to 90 Days of Employment. 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 Below Link Who Meet the Minimum Qualifications Are Encouraged to Apply.
The Mos Codes Applicable to This Position Can Be Accessed At:
Military Crosswalk for Law Clerk (https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf)
If You Qualify for A Veteran Employment Preference, It Is Mandatory that You Provide the Required Documentation with Your State of Texas Application. Documentation Must Be Provided Before a Veteran Preference Can Be Granted. Required Documentation Is as Follows: Veteran – Dd Form 214; Surviving Spouse of A Veteran Who Has Not Remarried – Marriage Certificate and Dd Form 1300; Orphan of A Veteran Who Was Killed During Active Duty – Birth Certificate and Dd Form 1300.
A Detailed Job Description Can Be Viewed on Our Website:
Https://puc.Texas.Gov/human Resources/home/jobs
Salary Commensurate with Qualifications. the Salary of An Ers Retiree or Non-Contributing Member May Be 6% Less than The Recommended Salary.
Remarks:
- Due to The Volume Applications Received, only Candidates Selected for An Interview Will Be Contacted. Non-Selection Notifications Will Be Sent Interviewed Candidates Following the Hiring Decision.
- 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
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