Fraud Prosecution Attorney (Hybrid)

WHO WE ARE
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is seeking an Attorney III to join the Division of Fraud Deterrence and Compliance Monitoring. This position is located in downtown Austin, next to the Texas State Capitol at 101 E. 15th Street, Austin, TX. This position is hybrid and will require one day in the Austin office weekly.

You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Attorney III performs highly complex (senior-level) legal work involving examining and preparing legal documents, interpreting laws and regulations, rendering legal advice and counsel, consulting with prosecuting attorneys testifying at hearings and/or trials, and preparing cases for hearings and/or trials. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:
- Assign and supervise the daily activities of the Fraud Prosecutions Unit (FPU). Coordinates the preparation of the Unemployment Insurance fraud cases for implementation of collection procedures and criminal prosecution, if necessary, and directs the response to phone calls and correspondence from potential defendants, attorneys, agency personnel and others.
- Draft and edit case referral summaries for the Division of Fraud Deterrence and Compliance Monitoring (FDCM) Benefit Payment Control’s benefit fraud cases and Office of Investigations’ cases which include identity theft, childcare fraud, and fraud in Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act programs.
- Respond to District Attorney’s offices questions regarding Prosecution cases.
- In coordination with the department Director and Deputy Director for Fraud Deterrence, foster working relationships with District Attorney’s offices, federal regulatory and law enforcement entities, and probation departments to discuss cases, furnish records, and receive restitution payments.
- Review and edit subpoenas for accuracy and appropriate scope.
- Provide or prepare staff for grand jury testimony and trial. Includes preparing any witnesses and furnishing evidence with business records affidavits.
- Provide the Deputy Director with status updates regarding indictments, dispositions, and future court dates, and updates monthly and quarterly FPU related measures.
- Evaluate current criminal law statutes and proposed legislation for their impacts on TWC related statutes and regulations. Examines and evaluates pertinent sections of law that may be applicable for FDCM referrals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:
-Graduation from an accredited law school approved by the American Bar Association and admission to the State Bar of Texas plus two years of experience in the full-time practice of law, or two years of full-time experience in a responsible position involving legal work as a primary duty, or two years of full-time experience involving the legal aspects of administration in the fields of industrial or labor relations.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:
- Experience with criminal litigation including the prosecution or defense or criminal matters.
- Experience working with District Attorney’s offices, the Texas Office of Attorney General, and local law enforcement agencies.
- Experience with the Texas Penal Code and the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
- Experience with the Texas Unemployment Compensation Act.
- Experience with administrative hearings and other dispute resolution processes.
- Excellent legal research and writing skills. [Writing sample required.]

YOU GAIN:
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.
- Competitive starting salary: $7,333.33 - 7,666.66/month
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.

VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_Legal.pdf

HOW TO APPLY:

-To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo.

-Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. We will not consider applicants that will need sponsorship now or in the future.

-In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

-A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.