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DCI Group

Account Associate - Digital

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K/yr

Company Description Partnering with our clients, DCI provides strategic counsel and designs winning ... DCI Group is seeking an entry-level digital public affairs professional to join our Washington, DC ...

DCI Group

Account Associate -- Digital

Washington, DC

$60K/yr

Company Description Partnering with our clients, DCI provides strategic counsel and designs winning ... DCI Group is seeking an entry-level digital public affairs professional to join our Washington, DC ...

Yellowstone County

$87K - $101K/yr

Performs entry-level professional legal work that is designed to introduce the Deputy to the ... Advises and counsels staff on available options or strategies to accomplish assigned tasks; Defends ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level legislative counsel in the United States is $139,438.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $197,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Legislative Counsel vs Legislative Analyst?

AspectEntry Level Legislative CounselLegislative Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, legal or policy background often preferredBachelor's degree in political science, public policy, or related field
Work EnvironmentLegal offices, government agencies, legislative bodiesGovernment agencies, think tanks, legislative offices
Employer & Industry UsageLegal teams within legislative settings, law firmsPolicy analysis, legislative research roles
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level legal legislative rolesAnalyzing legislative policies and data

Entry Level Legislative Counsel typically involves legal research, drafting legislation, and providing legal advice within legislative settings. Legislative Analysts focus more on policy analysis, data interpretation, and supporting legislative decision-making. Both roles often require a background in law or policy and work in government or legislative environments, but their core responsibilities differ in legal versus analytical focus.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Legislative Counsel job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 22% Locum Tenens, 11% As Needed, 34% Full Time, 22% Temporary, and 11% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $139,438 per year, or $67 per hour.
2026 Attorney I-II (Part-time) Austin, TX

2026 Attorney I-II (Part-time) Austin, TX

Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission

Austin, TX • On-site

$3K - $5K/mo

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Salary: $3,312.50 - $5,337.50 Monthly
Location : Austin, TX
Job Type: Classified Regular Part-Time
Job Number: 202600087
Division: Office of General Counsel
Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
General Description
**This is a part-time position**
Attorney I:
Performs entry-level to routine (journey-level) legal work. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees may occasionally assist others performing job duties of greater complexity. This position is primarily responsible for ensuring the agency's compliance with the Public Information Act and the agency's records management function. The position also assists with directing and coordinating the agency's response to litigation, including coordinating and responding to subpoenas and depositions. The position also provides legal counsel on legislation, rules, and contracting.
Attorney II:
Performs moderately complex (journey-level) legal work. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees at this level may provide guidance to others. This position is primarily responsible for ensuring the agency's compliance with the Public Information Act and the agency's records management function. The position also assists with directing and coordinating the agency's response to litigation, including coordinating and responding to subpoenas and depositions. The position also provides legal counsel on legislation, rules, and contracting.
Essential Job Functions
70%
Assists in overseeing the agency's open records and records retention processes.
  • Coordinates the processing of open records requests and expunctions, including performing legal analysis and drafting requests for ruling to the Office of the Attorney General.
  • Handles related assignments to meet the goals, objectives, and mission of the agency.
  • Provides legal support for agency records retention policy and process to ensure compliance with the records retention schedule.

15%
Assists with directing and coordinating the agency's response to litigation.
  • Acts as a liaison with the Office of the Attorney General regarding litigation in which the agency is a party or interested third-party.
  • Coordinates and responds to subpoenas and depositions.

10%
Drafts and reviews legal documents necessary to all job duties, including rules, legal opinions, briefs, contracts, reports, and amendments for legislative consideration.
  • Reviews laws, rules, and regulations affecting agency operations and administration.
  • Assists in negotiating, drafting, reviewing, and/or making recommendations on agency contracts and procurements.
  • Reviews and drafts bills and amendments for legislative consideration and supports rule promulgation and policy development.

5%
Performs related work as assigned.
MQs, KSA, License/Certifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
Experience:
  • For Attorney I -- Experience in legal work.
  • For Attorney II - Two (2) years full-time legal experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with the Texas Public Information Act.
Knowledge of Texas records management laws and rules.
Experience in administrative law, state procurement laws, and/or litigation.
Knowledge
  • Knowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedings; of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations; and of agency administrative rules and regulations.
  • Working knowledge of the Texas Public Information Act and administrative law.

Skills
  • Skill in legal research, writing, and analysis; in the use of a computer and applicable software (e.g., Microsoft Suite, Adobe Acrobat); in using reasoning and logic; in identifying and solving complex problems; in prioritizing workloads; and in using judgment to identify courses of action.
  • Superior organizational and time management skills.

Abilities
  • Ability to plan and organize work, to conduct and advise on hearings, to prepare opinions and briefs, to assist in the preparation of cases for trial, to conduct research, to summarize findings, to interpret and apply laws, to use legal reference materials, and to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to review documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE:
  • Possess a valid Texas driver's license.
  • Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
  • Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas.

Physical Requirements/Supplemental Information
This position functions in a standard office environment. Must be able to move around the office to access filing cabinets, office equipment and move up to 20 pounds. Must be able to communicate and exchange information via phone, computer, in person and via electronic media. Must be able to perform repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Must be able to work with overlapping deadlines.
This position is expected to work in the office but may be eligible for situational or hybrid telework schedule upon completion of an initial probationary period. For teleworking, must have a secure, dedicated workspace with internet service and the ability to maintain a reliable consistent work schedule and be available for meetings and group collaboration via Microsoft Teams and/or other platforms/applications during regular business hours.
Required to work as a team member and work with and appropriately safeguard sensitive and confidential information.
MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALIST (MOS) CODE:
Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply:
For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at
Supplemental Information
  • The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission reserves the right to adjust compensation based upon legislative mandates in regard to TABC's and/or an employee's contribution to the Employees Retirement System. In compliance with Senate Bill 321, agencies that hire a person who has retired from the Employees Retirement System (ERS) or the Law Enforcement and Custodial Officers Supplemental Fund (LECOS) on or after September 1,2009,are required to remit a surcharge each month the return-to-work retiree is employed. Candidates meeting these requirements will be offered a lower base salary to cover the surcharge.
  • The Commission will conduct a criminal history and driver record check with the Texas Department of Public Safety in accordance with applicable standards on all finalists for this position.
  • More than one position may be filled from this posting.
  • Applicants should clearly describe on their applications how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Qualifications may be verified through testing. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
  • The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986requiresall new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization; For more information, see:
  • Males between the ages of 18 and 25 years, inclusive, may be required to furnish proof of either selective service registration or exemption there from as a condition of state employment. The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission adheres to the Veteran's Preference granted in Chapter 657 of the Texas Government Code and the Former Foster Children Preference granted in Chapter 672 of Section 1, Subtitle B, and Title 6 of the Texas Government Code

Regular (Non-Commissioned) Employees
Health Insurance
  • Employees are provided comprehensive health coverage which includes prescription drug and vision benefits.
  • Full time (30 hours or more a week) employees: the State pays 100% of the employee's premium and 50% of the dependent's premium.
  • Part time employees: the State pays 50% of the employee's premium and 25% of the dependent's premium.
  • Newly hired employees must complete a 60 day waiting period to receive health insurance benefits unless they are a direct transfer from another agency that participates in the Employees Retirement System of Texas Group Benefit Plan.
Dental Coverage
  • Employees and eligible dependents may enroll in a choice of dental insurance plans or a dental discount plan and pay a monthly premium. There is no waiting period for dental coverage.
Tax Free Savings Accounts
  • Employees may enroll in a flexible spending medical and/or dependent care account. These accounts increase take home pay by allowing employees to pay for planned out-of-pocket health and day care costs tax-free.
Retirement
  • When an employee qualifies, there is security in receiving monthly annuities upon retirement from State employment. Payments are based upon average salary, service credit and retirement date.
  • All employees hired on or after September 1, 2015 will become immediate members of the State Employee Retirement System (ERS) by contributing a portion of their pre-tax monthly salary (9.5%) into a personal state retirement account. The State also contributes a percentage of your salary to the ERS retirement fund (not your personal state retirement account).
  • To assist employees in meeting their retirement goals, employees may participate in a 401(k) or 457 Plan. Employees may contribute on a pre-tax or Roth after-tax basis.
Life Insurance
  • Upon enrollment in State health coverage, employees receive $5000 in Basic Term Life Insurance with $5000 of AD&D (Accidental Death and Dismemberment) coverage at no cost.
  • Employees may enroll in Optional Term Life Insurance and elect 1 or 2 times their annual salary. Employees can also apply for 3 or 4 times their annual salary through Life Evidence of Insurability (Life EOI). Each election provides an equal amount of AD&D coverage. Premiums are calculated based upon age, salary and level of coverage purchased.
  • For a premium, additional Voluntary AD&D coverage is available. Employees may choose an amount of coverage starting at $10,000 up to $200,000. Employees may also enroll eligible dependents.
  • Dependent Term Life is available for a minimal monthly premium. The benefit includes $5000 term life with $5000 AD&D for covered family member.
Texas Income Protection Plan (TIPP): Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • If an employee is unable to work due to a qualifying disability, this benefit pays part of an employee's salary for a set period of time. Premiums are based upon monthly salary.
Annual and Sick Leave
  • Upon hire, employees begin accruing annual and sick leave hours. Employees may utilize accrued sick leave immediately upon hire. Accrued annual leave is available to use after six months of continuous State service. Annual leave is earned based upon years of creditable state employment.
Paid Holidays
Employees are granted several paid federal and state holidays throughout the year.
01
Do you possess a valid Texas driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No

02
Did you graduate from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Do you have experience in legal work?
  • Yes
  • No

04
Do you have at least two (2) years full-time legal experience?
  • Yes
  • No

05
Do you have experience with the Texas Public Information Act?
  • Yes
  • No

06
Do you have Knowledge of Texas records management laws and rules?
  • Yes
  • No

07
Do you have experience in administrative law, state procurement laws, and/or litigation?
  • Yes
  • No

08
Are you member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas?
  • Yes
  • No

09
Are you licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas?
  • Yes
  • No

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