Do you have a passion for public state service and enjoy making a difference? The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) is hiring! We regulate the insurance industry, administer the Texas workers’ compensation system, perform the duties of the State Fire Marshal’s Office, and educate and protect consumers. Apply now if you’re looking for a rewarding career in public service. The Texas Department of Insurance is in the Capitol Complex, in the Barbara Jordan Building at 1601 Congress Avenue in Austin, near the Texas Capitol.

Benefits of working at TDI:

·Flexible work schedules.

·Work-life-balance.

·96 hours of accrued vacation a year.

·96 hours of accrued sick leave a year.

·20+ holidays every year.

·Career advancement opportunities.

·Free parking.

·401(k) and 457 Programs.

·State of Texas retirement plan with a lifetime annuity through the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).

·Free comprehensive medical insurance for full-time employees and 50% off premium costs for dependents (state pays other 50%).

·Optional benefits like dental, vision, life insurance, and many more.

·Qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Before you apply:

TDI does not sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa.

Learn about our selection process, our military employment preference, licensing, and credential requirements.

Legal Assistant II (Open Records and Research Liaison)

This position performs moderately complex (journey-level) legal assistant work.Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.Work involves researching and responding to Public Information Act requests, coordinating certain legal activities, and assisting attorneys with case management.

This position:

·Receives, processes, and responds to open records requests.

·Reviews and redacts confidential information from investigation, complaint, and case files.

·Prepares legal correspondence and other documents.

·Assembles and prepares evidence, exhibits, affidavits, and documents for use in legal proceedings.

·Maintains and archives complex legal files and records.

·Performs other duties as assigned.

This position requires:

·One year experience in legal assistance work.Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

·Experience with the Public Information Act.

·Regular work attendance.

This position requires demonstrated knowledge of:

·State laws, rules, procedures, and regulations relevant to job requirements.

This position requires demonstrated skill in:

·Problem solving and critical thinking.

·Using Microsoft Office software applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.

·Using personal computers sufficient to enter and extract data from related systems and programs such as Centralized Accounting Payroll and Personnel (CAPPS) and other systems required to perform the job.

This position requires the demonstrated ability to:

·Communicate and work effectively with a wide range of people with varied skills, knowledge, and backgrounds.

·Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.

·Analyze and solve work-related problems and work independently on a variety of administrative work and technical assignments.

·Manage and coordinate multiple tasks and priorities to meet necessary deadlines.

·Work both independently and as a team player.

Military Employment Preference

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To receive a military employment preference, you must submit the required documents, as applicable, with your application. See How to Apply – Military Employment Preference

Applicable Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes are included, but not limited to one of the following:

27D, 4421

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Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category - Legal

How to apply:

You may apply through CAPPS Career Center or Work in Texas (WIT)

The following information is required with your submission. Your submission must include complete:

·Employment history (month and year).

·Duties and responsibilities.

·Education.

·Certifications.

·Licenses.

·Supplemental questions (if applicable)*.

We may reject submissions that do not include all the required information.

*If you are applying through WIT, log into CAPPS Career Center to access supplemental questions and review your submission.