Associate Reviewing Attorney (Statewide) (827233)

Overview

A state agency is seeking several Associate Reviewing Attorneys (ARAs) for a licensed attorney position offering a positive work environment and professional development. While the Commission Appeals Department is located in Austin, Texas, work can be performed remotely from any city within Texas. Candidates must have a secure, dedicated workspace with internet service, maintain a reliable and consistent work schedule, and be available for weekly meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams during regular business hours.

Note: Applications will not be considered from individuals requiring sponsorship for an employment visa, including H1B visa holders or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. Applicants must be Texas residents or willing to relocate to Texas.

Responsibilities

• Manage a predictable caseload by maintaining a steady, consistent workflow to process an assigned quota of cases weekly.
• Analyze and summarize relevant information from audio testimony and documentary evidence into concise written summaries.
• Apply the law accurately, ensuring recommendations and prepared decisions conform to existing law, including the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act (TUCA), Texas Payday Law, and Commission precedent.
• Draft and review legal summaries, decisions, and other documents related to programs administered by the agency.
• Conduct telephonic hearings as needed in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from an American Bar Association-accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a small team.
• Strong skills in identifying and summarizing relevant facts, applying logical analysis, and drafting clear legal documents.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities to meet weekly goals.
• Experience and/or knowledge of the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act and Texas Payday Law.
• Prior experience conducting informal, administrative hearings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Compensation & Benefits

• Monthly salary range: $6,304.75 to $6,683.04.
• Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave.
• Eligibility for state retirement benefits, including 401(k) and 457 savings plans.

Additional Information

• This position offers extensive training and development opportunities.
• Candidates selected for interviews should be familiar with Microsoft Teams.
• Employment is contingent upon verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
• The position is designated as security sensitive under Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.

Location

Remote work is permitted from any city within Texas; however, candidates must be Texas residents or willing to relocate to Texas.