This position is not related to law enforcement. The OAG’s Antitrust Division is seeking an experienced, self-driven investigator capable of thriving in a collaborative work environment and independently overseeing cases with complex legal and factual issues. This position performs moderate to complex investigative work by providing investigative and legal support work in antitrust matters. The Antitrust Division is charged with investigating and prosecuting violations of the Texas Free Enterprise and Antitrust Act and federal antitrust statutes. The Division’s caseload consists of highly complex and high-profile investigations and litigation which may involve antitrust violations such as monopolization, conspiracies among competitors, or anticompetitive mergers. Matters investigated or litigated can be local, regional, or national in scope and may be coordinated with other state attorneys general, the Federal Trade Commission, or the U.S. Department of Justice.
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State’s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work and make a positive difference in the lives of Texans. OAG employees experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance, hands-on legal experience, and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
Obtains and analyzes information, data, and evidence from a variety of sources associated with antitrust cases and complaints
Assists with conducting background investigations, which includes contacting and interviewing witnesses, taking thorough notes, and preparing interview summaries
Organizes and maintains voluminous case files, in both hard-copy and electronic forms, and ensures adherence to confidentiality requirements
Searches discovery databases, reviews documents, and identifies and codes relevant information
Receives and acts upon phone complaints from referring agencies and the general public
Coordinates investigations with other state and federal agencies and organizations involved in antitrust enforcement activities
Assists with drafting Civil Investigative Demands and correspondence
Provides technical guidance to less tenured staff
Performs related work as assigned
Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Investigator II:
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Knowledge of investigative principles, techniques, and procedures
Knowledge of research methods and their application to research analysis
Skill in researching and interpreting complex rules and regulations
Skill in learning new or changing computer systems and databases
Skill in applying investigative techniques and procedures to assigned cases
Skill in writing and producing concise, professional quality documents and reports
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, working under pressure and meeting deadlines
Skill in data analysis
Skill in using a computer for word-processing and data entry/retrieval
Skill in using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and other applications in a Windows environment
Skill in effective oral and written communication
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationship with management and co-workers
Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
Ability to work as a team member with federal or state agencies
Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
Ability to handle stressful situations
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%
Investigator III: All of the above qualifications for an Investigator II PLUS:
Experience: One year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: antitrust issues, market research, economic or statistical analysis
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in a field related to law, government, investigations and/or technology
Experience: Two years of full-time researching and compiling data, data extraction/query and analysis, using statistical methods and relational databases to analyze data sets, writing data-intensive reports, or closely-related experience
Experience: Legal assistant, legal secretary, or general office experience in a civil litigation environment
Experience: Two years of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: investigative work, legal assistant/paralegal
Knowledge: Knowledge of legal terminology and principles
Skills: Using database software; electronic filing; Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Word, e-discovery platforms including Relativity and Everlaw.
Abilities: Use of applications for producing electronic discovery; perform legal research
Certifications: CLA, CP, or RP professional certification
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $3,350.00 - $4,166.66 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Travel requirement:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Austin, TX 78701 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Austin, TX 78701: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person