What are the responsibilities and job description for the TDHCA - Assistant General Counsel position at TEXAS DEPT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS?
TDHCA - Assistant General Counsel (00047894)
Organization: TEXAS DEPT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
Primary Location: Texas-Austin
Work Locations: TDHCA physical address 221 East 11th Street Austin 78701
Job: Legal
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
State Job Code: 3502
Salary Admin Plan: B
Grade: 22
Salary (Pay Basis): 6,667.00 - 6,917.00 (Monthly)
Number of Openings: 1
Overtime Status: Exempt
Job Posting: Feb 4, 2025, 11:00:23 AM
Closing Date: Ongoing
Description
Legal Division
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Performs entry-level to routine legal work. Reports to and takes day-to-day guidance and workflow assignments from the Single Family Document Manager and the Deputy General Counsel. Work involves examining and preparing real estate-related documents, working with real estate professionals, assisting as needed to assure timely loan closings, and rendering legal advice and counsel regarding real estate transactions, agency contracts, and procurements. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepares and reviews agency program-related documents including reserve account agreements, single family residential mortgage loan documents, single family real estate, and multifamily real estate transactional documents;
- Reviews program-related contract templates, contracts and contract amendments;
- Prepares and reviews foreclosure documents and documentation for purchase of Real Estate Owned (REO) properties;
- Identifies information needed and coordinates its gathering from various sources as required to complete real estate transaction and loan documents;
- Provides advice on corporate governance documents;
- Assists Public Information Coordinator as needed;
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Males born on or after January 1, 1960, between the ages of 18-26, will be required to present proof of Selective Service System registration on the first day of employment or proof of exemption from Selective Service registration requirement.
The U.S. Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires new employees to present proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Failure to provide this information within the required timeframe will result in the offer being rescinded.
Thank you for considering employment at the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs! The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Licensed to practice law in Texas, and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas;
- Experience performing supervised legal work in the field of contracts and/or real estate;
- Prefer top half of law class;
- Prefer Law Review or American Jurisprudence (top grade) awards or similar academic honors
- Prefer experience reviewing and drafting commercial transaction documents including contracts, checklists, due diligence and funding documents.
- Prefer experience organizing or reviewing Texas business organizations and corporate structures;
- Prefer experience with Texas single and/or multifamily residential real estate transactions;
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Prefer knowledge of accepted practices, procedures used in real estate transactions;
- Prefer knowledge of federal grant and loan programs;
- Prefer skill identifying and researching corporate law issues;
- Ability to draft real estate transactions and loan documents in a fast-paced environment;
- Ability to work efficiently, effectively and courteously with in-house and outside counsel and other real estate professionals;
- Ability to work well with others and resolve interpersonal issues
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This classification functions in a standard office environment. Ability to drive and travel as needed. Will need to move about the office to access file cabinets, use office machinery, attend meetings in various offices and conference rooms, etc. Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information via phone, computer, and in person. Must be able to observe and evaluate data in a variety of formats, including hard copy, electronic, and various media formats. Must be able to work non-standard hours including the ability to work beyond 40 hours per week as needed and in compliance with the FLSA.
- The employee must be able to lift and/or carry up to 15 pounds. Must be able to push and/or pull up to 15 lbs
OTHER:
Must be willing to work in a non-smoking environment and adhere to all applicable Department policies and procedures. Must be willing to work overtime if necessary which may include nights and weekends. Must attend work regularly and adhere to approved work schedule.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE CANDIDATE:
- Official transcripts or other minimum requirement validations will be requested of final applicants.
- Criminal background checks will be conducted before an offer of employment is extended.
We fully recognize, honor and enforce the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and encourage opportunities to hire Veterans, Reservists and Guardsmen.
Males born on or after January 1, 1960, between the ages of 18-26, will be required to present proof of Selective Service System registration on the first day of employment or proof of exemption from Selective Service registration requirement.
The U.S. Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires new employees to present proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Failure to provide this information within the required timeframe will result in the offer being rescinded.
Thank you for considering employment at the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs! The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
