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Company: TX - DMV, TX
Job Title:

Motor Vehicle Enforcement Attorney $8,595 per month

Job Category: Enforcement [ View All Enforcement Jobs ]
Job Reference: 81879
Job description:
The mission of this state agency is to serve, protect, and advance citizens and industries through high-quality motor vehicle-related services. The agency is dedicated to customer service, consumer protection, and supporting the success of motor vehicle related industries. This position prosecutes administrative enforcement contested cases under the applicable Occupations and Transportation Codes. Responsibilities include overseeing and planning legal activities, preparing legal documents, participating in hearings, interpreting laws and regulations, and providing legal advice and counsel. Employees at this level set their own work plans and priorities to achieve objectives, working under limited supervision with significant latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

TxDMV-Motor Vehicle Enforcement Attorney
Location: Austin, TX
Job Type: Full time

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Enforces administrative violations of state and federal laws within the jurisdiction of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
Represents the department before fact-finding and decision-making tribunals and boards.
Negotiates settlements of complaints filed.
Responds to inquiries and/or appeals of decisions and orders.
Advises department staff and the public on legal matters and on the interpretation and application of agency regulations and state and federal laws.
Researches legal issues, advises on legal questions and interprets laws and rules.
Drafts legal positions and confers with the general counsel's office.
Prepares and reviews legal opinions, briefs, decisions, orders, contracts, agreements, and other legal instruments.
Drafts departmental rules for incorporation in the Texas Administrative Code.
Drafts and reviews or assists in drafting and reviewing bills or amendments for legislative consideration.
Provides legal training and makes presentations to community groups, licensees, and law enforcement agencies.
Assists in formulating, coordinating, and establishing policies and procedures.
Responds to information requests.
May travel to represent the department up to 5% of the time. Travels by car (may include flying).
May include overnight travel. May require extended working hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.
Required to attend work regularly and adhere to approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This position may be eligible for telework in the state of Texas (subject to change). Must attend meetings/training at headquarters in Austin, Texas as required by management.
Telework employees must meet these criteria for the remote work location:
Adequate desk space in a dedicated, contained area that is secured and protected at all times.
Remote work location is in a quiet environment free of background people and noise during business hours.

Qualifications:
EDUCATION:
Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.

EXPERIENCE:
You must have an active law license and be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
Four (4) years professional legal experience in government administrative law.
Experience requirements may be satisfied by full-time experience or the prorated part-time equivalent.

BENEFITS:
The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:
Retirement Plan
Paid Group Health & Life Insurance for employees.
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation Leave
Paid Sick Leave
Longevity Pay
Dental
Vision
Dependent Optional Life Insurance
Voluntary AD&D Insurance
Dependent Health & Life Insurance
Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts
Tuition Assistance Program

PHYSICAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:
May be required to work Monday-Friday, 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week, on-site at Headquarters location in Austin, Texas.
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily and comply with the Physical/Working Conditions with or without accommodation.

JOB OFFERS AND CONTINUATION OF EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON:
Proof of education and experience listed on the application
Eligibility to work in the United States
Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background check and driver’s record check
Compliance with Selective Service registration for males ages 18 - 25.
Required to attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.

Salary (Pay Basis): 8,595.00 - 8,595.00 (Monthly)

TxDMV - Motor Vehicle Enforcement Attorney
$8,595.00 - $8,595.00

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81879
Company: TX - DMV
Skills:
Employment type: Full Time
Salary: $8,595 per month
 
Other Information
 
Degree: JD
Experience (year): Unspecified
Job Location: Austin, TX USA
Zip/Postal Code: 73301
Post Date: 02/17/2026
 
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