PUCT, Post-Graduate Law Clerk; Law Clerk

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Applications must contain a complete job history, detailing:

• Job title
• Dates of employment
• Name of employer
• Supervisor's name and phone number
• Description of duties performed, demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position applying for

Important: Resumes do not replace this required information. Applications stating, “See attached” or “See resume” will not be accepted. The experience listed on your resume must match the details on the CAPPS State of Texas Application. Discrepancies will result in an incomplete application.

• Resume
• Official or Unofficial Law School Transcript

The hiring manager has requested the above document(s) be submitted with the CAPPS State of Texas Application. To submit a resume, you must upload it to your application. When submitting your documents, make sure to mark them as “relevant.”

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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To apply for the position, it is best to go to the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System to submit your application by going to  and select our agency, Public Utility Commission of Texas, from the “Company/Agency” list.

If applying through Work In Texas (WIT) you will also need to complete the supplemental questions and forms to be considered for this posting. An automated email from the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System will be sent to your email on file in WIT with additional instructions.

The Public Utility Commission regulates the state’s electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities, implementing respective legislation and offering customer assistance in resolving customer complaints.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of Texans? We are committed to building a highly skilled workforce. Our team boasts a wide range of expertise, from legal and engineering professionals to dedicated administrative staff. What unites us is our dedication to serving the public and our commitment to protecting customers, fostering competition, and promoting high quality utility infrastructure.

We recognize the importance of motivated and knowledgeable staff to accomplish our critical mission. If you’re eager to contribute to ensuring compliance within the electric, telecommunications, and water and sewer utilities, we want to hear from you! A career at the PUC will not only expand your professional horizons but also make you part of a highly motivated, technically skilled, and supportive team environment.

In addition to a positive and family-friendly work culture, the PUC offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees.

For a detailed overview, please visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Resources/Home/Benefits.

The Legal Division represent the public interest by advocating for Commission staff in contested cases before the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) and the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT). The division provides legal analysis, case strategy, and litigation support in matters involving electric, telecommunications, and water and sewer utilities. In addition, the Legal Division offers legal and policy guidance to agency staff and the Commissioners, supports rule making and regulatory initiatives, and helps ensure the Commission's actions are legally sound and consistent with state and federal law.

Looking to take the next step in your career? Ready for a meaningful career in public service? The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) has an opportunity for a motivated professional to help advance the agency’s mission and support critical work for the state of Texas.

Launch your legal career in public service and utility regulation. The Legal Division is seeking a Post-Graduate Law Clerk to support attorneys in complex regulatory and administrative proceedings involving electric, telecommunications, and water and sewer utilities. This…