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Tdhca - Assistant General Counsel

Company

TEXAS DEPT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS

Address , Austin, 78701, Tx
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary $7,917 - $8,333 a month
Expires 2023-07-12
Posted at 1 year ago
Job Description
TDHCA - Assistant General Counsel (00032900)
Organization: TEXAS DEPT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
Primary Location: Texas-Austin
Work Locations: TDHCA physical address 221 East 11th Street Austin 78701
Job: Legal
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
State Job Code: 3504
Salary Admin Plan: B
Grade: 25
Salary (Pay Basis): 7,916.67 - 8,333.34 (Monthly)
Number of Openings: 1
Overtime Status: Exempt
Job Posting: May 10, 2023, 9:57:13 AM
Closing Date: Ongoing
Description


Legal Division

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Performs advanced (senior-level) attorney work. Work involves directing and planning legal activities, performing and overseeing the review of legal documents, interpreting laws and regulations, and rendering legal advice and counsel. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Serves as the lead attorney on asset management matters, including advising the Enforcement Committee.
  • Directs, organizes, and coordinates legal and administrative activities
  • Reviews real estate transaction documents and oversees the review of real estate transaction documents prepared by other attorneys and outside counsel
  • May supervise the work of others
  • Advises staff on legal matters and the interpretation and application of laws and regulations related to residential and housing-related commercial transactions
  • Reviews drafts of laws, rules, and regulations affecting agency operations and bills or amendments for legislative consideration
  • Performs related work as assigned by the Deputy General Counsel and General Counsel
Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

  • Prefer experience preparing single and/or multifamily residential real estate loan documents for projects using federal funding sources
  • Experience reviewing and drafting residential and housing-related commercial transaction documents
  • Four years practicing law as a licensed attorney is required; prefer six or more years practicing law as a licensed attorney.
  • Licensed to practice law in the state of Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
  • Graduation from an accredited law school with a LL.B or J.D. degree

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Prefer knowledge of the Texas Business Code and experience with entity formation, and researching corporate law matters
  • Knowledge of federal, state and local government affordable housing programs
  • Knowledge of residential and housing-related commercial transactions
  • Skill in document review, legal research, writing and legal analysis

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • This classification functions in a standard office environment. Ability to drive and travel as needed. Will need to move about the office to access file cabinets, use office machinery, attend meetings in various offices and conference rooms, etc. Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information via phone, computer, and in person. Must be able to observe and evaluate data in a variety of formats, including hard copy, electronic, and various media formats. Must be able to work non-standard hours including the ability to work beyond 40 hours per week as needed and in compliance with the FLSA.
  • The employee must be able to lift and/or carry up to 10 pounds. Must be able to push and/or pull up to 10 lbs

OTHER:

Must be willing to work in a non-smoking environment and adhere to all applicable Department policies and procedures. Must be willing to work overtime if necessary which may include nights and weekends. Must attend work regularly and adhere to approved work schedule.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE CANDIDATE:
• Official transcripts or other minimum requirement validations will be requested of final applicants.
  • Criminal background checks will be conducted before an offer of employment is extended.

We fully recognize, honor and enforce the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and encourage opportunities to hire Veterans, Reservists and Guardsmen.



Males born on or after January 1, 1960, between the ages of 18-26, will be required to present proof of Selective Service System registration on the first day of employment or proof of exemption from Selective Service registration requirement.



The U.S. Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires new employees to present proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Failure to provide this information within the required timeframe will result in the offer being rescinded.



Thank you for considering employment at the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs! The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.