Here’s what you get as a full-time employee:
100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members—saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that’s time off you’re actually paid for) Optional dental, vision, and life insurance—at rates much lower than most private plans Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care You also might qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, which could help you pay off federal student loans faster. Legal CPS Regional Attorney Job Title: Legal CPS Regional Attny III Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc Department: Regional Litigation - CPS DD Posting Number: 17356 Closing Date: 11/25/2026 Posting Audience: Legal Salary Range: $6,377.50 - $10,785.83 Pay Frequency: TEXAS-B-26 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Telework: Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 25% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: Job Location City: EDINBURG Job Location Address: 300 E CANTON RD Other Locations: MOS Codes: 4402,4405,4406,4407,4408,4409,4410,4411,4417,250X,27A,51JX,92J0,LGL10,LGL11 Brief Job Description: The Legal CPS Regional Attorney III provides direct representation in court for CPS in legal cases. The position provides expertise, guidance, and instruction in family law, civil litigation, and agency policy. agency attorneys, county and district attorneys, and opposing counsel; agency clients, witnesses, community professionals, and expert witnesses; Advises staff on legal matters and interprets laws, regulations, and policies. Advises county and district attorneys on legal matters. Provides legal training to agency staff and the legal community. Coordinates specialized legal efforts with appropriate experts. Prepares or supervises the preparation of legal opinions, briefs, legal pleadings, and reports. Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations. Assists in formulating, establishing, and coordinating office systems. Promotes, monitors, and ensures that respect is demonstrated for cultural diversity. Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy.
Knowledge of family law and civil practice. Ability to synthesize the law, administrative rules, agency policies and goals, and best practice recommendations to reach an appropriate interpretation. Ability to convey complex legal ideas and instructions clearly to staff. Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with agency staff and the legal community. Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications: Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas, and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas Graduated from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas. Work experience in Family Law or Child Welfare Law. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies. As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files. Please review the following link for authorized documents:
. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS/DFPS Employee Service Center at .