Division Chief - Utilities and Regulatory

City of Austin • Austin, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

With general direction, supervise the activities and staff of a division or specific function of the Law Department.

Requirements

• Knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
• Knowledge of civil and criminal law.
• Knowledge of municipal law and specialized area of law relevant to municipal practice.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Knowledge of City practice, policy and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to conduct research on legal problems and prepare opinions.
• Ability to prepare and review legal documents.
• Ability to analyze facts and precedents in order to present them effectively in court.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
• Graduation from an accredited school of law plus five (5) years of experience as a practicing attorney with a minimum of three (3) years experience in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• Member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Texas electric and water regulatory matters, including the practice before the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
• Experience with Texas electric market operations and federal reliability standards.
• Experience with Texas and federal environmental regulations.
• Experience with negotiating complex transactional matters.
• Knowledge of issues related to cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the providing of legal advice to management, council, and departments.
• Compiles data and information for reports, cost estimates, etc.
• Coordinates research information as requested and/or needed.
• Negotiates with citizens, businesses, attorneys, etc. to resolve legal actions involving the City.
• Writes and drafts legal documents such as contracts, regulations, ordinance amendments, resolution, etc.
• Writes legal opinions.
• Handles complex legal matters requiring substantial legal experience.
• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for dismissal.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid leave time
• a comprehensive retirement plan
• training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager