APS Regional Attorney
About The Position
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals. Performs complex legal work. Provides direct representation for Adult Protective Services in court. Provides expertise, guidance and instruction in probate, guardianship, elder law, and agency policy. Monitors the progress of all Department Family and Protective Services’ (DFPS) cases within the assigned area of responsibility, and takes appropriate measures to ensure the timely and appropriate resolution of those cases. Interacts routinely with caseworkers, supervisors, program administrators, agency attorneys, county and district attorneys, opposing counsel, judges, agency clients, investigation witnesses, community professionals, expert witnesses, and the general public.
Requirements
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.
- Has a valid Texas driver's license.
- Knowledge of probate law, guardianship law, and elder law as a retained attorney or appointed ad litem or experience as an attorney in protective services for the elderly or disabled adults.
- Ability to synthesize law, administrative rules, agency policies and goals, and best practice recommendations to reach an appropriate interpretation.
- Ability to convey complex ideas and instructions clearly to staff.
- Ability to work with computers
- Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
Responsibilities
- Advises staff on legal matters and interprets laws, regulations, and policies.
- Advises County and District Attorneys on legal matters, and interprets law, regulations and policies.
- Provides agency representation in court cases.
- Provides legal training to agency staff and the legal community.
- Coordinates specialized legal efforts with appropriate experts.
- Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations.
- Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts.
- Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy.
Benefits
- 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members
- Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Optional dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
- Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
