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Get Access To All JobsOAG - Special Litigation | Assistant Attorney General III - IV | 26-0575 (00058921)
Organization: OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Primary Location: Texas-Austin
Work Locations: Special Litigation 209 W. 14th St Austin 78701
Job: Legal
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
State Job Code: 3512 3513
Salary Admin Plan: B
Grade: 26 28
Salary (Pay Basis): 7,991.67 - 9,843.75 (Monthly)
Number of Openings: 1
Overtime Status: Exempt
Job Posting: Jun 11, 2026, 2:43:56 PM
Closing Date: Jun 26, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking experienced civil litigators to join its Special Litigation Division (SLD). SLD, created in 2015 by Attorney General Ken Paxton, handles and coordinates high-profile, high-impact litigation for the State of Texas. Its primary focus is affirmative litigation to enforce the limits of government authority. Assistant Attorneys General in SLD are typically also appointed as Special Counsel and are responsible for litigating complex cases on a variety of subjects, from pre-filing research to appeal, in both state and federal court. SLD personnel collaborate frequently with other OAG divisions and advise, counsel, and assist client state agencies and OAG’s executive leadership.
The 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 along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) 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
Assistant Attorney General III:
- Represents the state’s interest as counsel in all stages of significant, high-profile, and complex multi-divisional litigation matters involving a variety of legal areas at the pretrial, trial, and appellate level in both state and federal court by performing tasks that include conducting discovery; preparing legal documents (e.g., pleadings, briefs, memoranda); attending and participating actively in hearings and trials; and coordinating with other governmental bodies
- Provides legal advice, counsel, and assistance to client state agencies and the agency’s Executive Administration on significant, multi-divisional litigation matters
- Oversees the preparation of cases for trial
- Oversees the analysis of factual and legal issues and develops evidence through witness interviews, depositions, and other discovery
- Represents the State’s interest in litigation matters
- Advises clients and management on factual and legal issues
- 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
Assistant Attorney General IV – All of the above functions for an Assistant Attorney General III, PLUS:
- With approval from Executive Administration and Agency Press Office, may represent the agency publicly at designated events (e.g., press conferences, meetings, public announcements) regarding significant, high-profile, and complex multi-divisional litigation matters
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Assistant Attorney General III
- Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
- Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date.
- Experience: Two years of full-time litigation experience as a licensed attorney
- Knowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedings; and of state and federal laws, regulations, and rules
- Skill in legal research, writing, and analysis; in conducting investigations; in mediation and negotiations; in using reasoning and logic; in identifying and solving complex problems; in prioritizing workloads; in using judgment to identify courses of action; and in the use of a computer and applicable software
- Ability to prepare legal documents, to conduct research, to interpret and apply laws, to summarize findings, to prepare cases and present at trial, to conduct hearings, to communicate effectively, and to supervise the work of others
- Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
- Ability to work under pressure and respond to deadlines
- Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
- 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%
Assistant Attorney General IV – All of the above functions for an Assistant Attorney General III, PLUS:
- Experience: One additional year of full-time litigation experience
- Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
- Skill in effective oral and written communication
- Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless otherwise approved)
- Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with the Federal Administrative Procedure Act
- Experience analyzing issues of Federal and State Constitutional Law
- Federal or State Court Clerkship
TO APPLY
To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at
THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
OAG - Special Litigation | Assistant Attorney General III - IV | 26-0575 (00058921)
Organization: OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Primary Location: Texas-Austin
Work Locations: Special Litigation 209 W. 14th St Austin 78701
Job: Legal
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
State Job Code: 3512 3513
Salary Admin Plan: B
Grade: 26 28
Salary (Pay Basis): 7,991.67 - 9,843.75 (Monthly)
Number of Openings: 1
Overtime Status: Exempt
Job Posting: Jun 11, 2026, 2:43:56 PM
Closing Date: Jun 26, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking experienced civil litigators to join its Special Litigation Division (SLD). SLD, created in 2015 by Attorney General Ken Paxton, handles and coordinates high-profile, high-impact litigation for the State of Texas. Its primary focus is affirmative litigation to enforce the limits of government authority. Assistant Attorneys General in SLD are typically also appointed as Special Counsel and are responsible for litigating complex cases on a variety of subjects, from pre-filing research to appeal, in both state and federal court. SLD personnel collaborate frequently with other OAG divisions and advise, counsel, and assist client state agencies and OAG’s executive leadership.
The 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 along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) 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
Assistant Attorney General III:
- Represents the state’s interest as counsel in all stages of significant, high-profile, and complex multi-divisional litigation matters involving a variety of legal areas at the pretrial, trial, and appellate level in both state and federal court by performing tasks that include conducting discovery; preparing legal documents (e.g., pleadings, briefs, memoranda); attending and participating actively in hearings and trials; and coordinating with other governmental bodies
- Provides legal advice, counsel, and assistance to client state agencies and the agency’s Executive Administration on significant, multi-divisional litigation matters
- Oversees the preparation of cases for trial
- Oversees the analysis of factual and legal issues and develops evidence through witness interviews, depositions, and other discovery
- Represents the State’s interest in litigation matters
- Advises clients and management on factual and legal issues
- 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
Assistant Attorney General IV – All of the above functions for an Assistant Attorney General III, PLUS:
- With approval from Executive Administration and Agency Press Office, may represent the agency publicly at designated events (e.g., press conferences, meetings, public announcements) regarding significant, high-profile, and complex multi-divisional litigation matters
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Assistant Attorney General III
- Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
- Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date.
- Experience: Two years of full-time litigation experience as a licensed attorney
- Knowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedings; and of state and federal laws, regulations, and rules
- Skill in legal research, writing, and analysis; in conducting investigations; in mediation and negotiations; in using reasoning and logic; in identifying and solving complex problems; in prioritizing workloads; in using judgment to identify courses of action; and in the use of a computer and applicable software
- Ability to prepare legal documents, to conduct research, to interpret and apply laws, to summarize findings, to prepare cases and present at trial, to conduct hearings, to communicate effectively, and to supervise the work of others
- Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
- Ability to work under pressure and respond to deadlines
- Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
- 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%
Assistant Attorney General IV – All of the above functions for an Assistant Attorney General III, PLUS:
- Experience: One additional year of full-time litigation experience
- Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
- Skill in effective oral and written communication
- Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless otherwise approved)
- Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with the Federal Administrative Procedure Act
- Experience analyzing issues of Federal and State Constitutional Law
- Federal or State Court Clerkship
TO APPLY
To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at
THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Assistant Coach
Match your degree to the posting
TN visa eligibility for coaching roles hinges on a direct match between your credential and the job description. A degree in physical education, kinesiology, or sports science strengthens your case far more than a general studies background.
Request a detailed offer letter
Your employer's offer letter must specify that a bachelor's degree in a related field is required for the role. Vague language like 'preferred' or 'or equivalent experience' gives a CBP officer reason to question TN classification.
Target employers with recent visa sponsorship experience
NCAA Division I and II athletic departments, professional sports organizations, and large university systems have experience with work visa sponsorship. Prioritize these over smaller programs where HR may be unfamiliar with the TN visa process and employer support letter requirements.
Verify your credential recognition before applying
If your coaching degree is from a Mexican or Canadian institution, confirm it's recognized as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree. USCIS does not evaluate foreign credentials directly, so have a credential evaluation ready before your application.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to find assistant coach openings at employers actively offering TN visa sponsorship. Filtering by sponsorship upfront saves time and connects you directly with programs already set up to hire across the border.
Prepare for same-day entry if you're Canadian
Canadian citizens can present TN documentation at a land port of entry or pre-clearance location without a prior visa appointment. Bring your offer letter, degree transcripts, and any coaching certifications to avoid delays at the border.
Assistant Coach TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an assistant coach role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, but qualification depends on the specific position. The role must require a bachelor's degree in a field like physical education, kinesiology, or sports science. If the job description lists degree requirements as preferred rather than required, or if it's primarily a hands-on training role without an academic credential requirement, TN classification may not apply.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for assistant coach positions?
TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and can be processed at the border in a single day. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship months in advance, enters a random lottery with roughly 25% selection odds, and has an October 1 start date. For Canadian or Mexican coaches, TN is a faster and more predictable path if the role qualifies.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer needs to provide a detailed offer letter on company letterhead that states your job title, duties, the degree field required, your start date, and your compensation. The letter must clearly establish that the role meets the USMCA specialty occupation criteria. You will also need your original degree transcripts or diploma and any relevant coaching certifications.
Where can I find assistant coach jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point for Canadian and Mexican professionals. You can search specifically for assistant coach roles at employers that already offer TN visa sponsorship, which removes the friction of approaching programs unfamiliar with cross-border hiring. Filtering by sponsorship type at the start of your search focuses your effort on positions where approval is realistic.
Can a Mexican citizen use TN to work as an assistant coach in the U.S.?
Yes. Mexican citizens are eligible for TN classification under USMCA for qualifying assistant coach roles, but unlike Canadians, they must apply through a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at the border. There is an annual TN allocation for Mexican nationals, so processing timelines and appointment availability vary. A certified offer letter and credential documentation are required at the consular interview.