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REVISED 07-12-2023 GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking to hire an experienced antitrust litigator to lead the states antitrust enforcement efforts and its coordination with state, federal, and international enforcers. The Antitrust Division is charged with investigating and prosecuting violations of the Texas Free Enterprise and Antitrust Act and federal antitrust statutes. The Divisions caseload consists of highly complex and high-profile investigations and litigation that may involve antitrust violations such as monopolization, conspiracies among competitors, or anticompetitive mergers. Matters investigated or litigated can be local, regional, or national in scope and may be coordinated with other state attorneys general, the Federal Trade Commission, or the U.S. Department of Justice. The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the States law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONSRepresents the states interest as lead counsel in all stages of significant, high-profile, and complex antitrust litigation, investigations, and transaction reviews at the pretrial, trial, and appellate level in both state and federal court by performing tasks that include: initiating investigations, conducting discovery; preparing legal documents (e.g., pleadings, briefs, memoranda); attending and participating in hearings and trials; and coordinating with other governmental bodiesProvides legal advice, counsel, and assistance to client state agencies and the agencys Executive Administration on significant, complex litigation, investigations, and competition policy mattersWith approval from Executive Administration and OAG Press Office, may represent the agency publicly at designated events (e.g., press conferences, meetings, public announcements) regarding significant and high-profile litigation and investigations Performs related work as assignedMaintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functionsAttends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedulePerforms work that may require overnight travelEnsures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information.Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Please consult the State Auditors website and/or with an HR Specialist for required minimum qualifications. Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas Eight years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney Experience performing complex case management Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines Excellent organization/administrative skills, including a strong, consistent attention to detail and organized work style Skill in effective oral and written communication Skill in conducting effective negotiations Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making Ability to work in person at ssigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave) Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 15% PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience managing complex antitrust litigation Experience in antitrust and competition policy Experience with government enforcement and litigation strategy TO APPLY To apply for a job with the OAG,electronic applications can be submitted through either CAPPS Recruit or Work in Texas. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed athttps://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER