Assistant Municipal Counselor - Division Head or Assistant Municipal Counselor III - City

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Assistant Municipal Counselor - Division Head or Assistant Municipal Counselor III - City

Oklahoma City, OK, United States

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SALARY RANGE: Salary dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.NOTE: Applications/resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference may be given to applications received within the first 15 days of this announcement.APPLICATION, HIRING, AND BACKGROUNDWhen completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions. These application questions are based on the Job Requirements for the position. Completion of the application questions is required. Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked. Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume, sufficient to demonstrate qualifications for the position. Applicants may upload only two attachments. Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, DD214 or NGB Form 22, transcripts, etc. Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one field for upload. Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided.Each application submission is reviewed independently. For detailed information about the City's hiring and background processes, check out the: Quick Guide to Hiring and Background ChecksIf you have questions, check out the: Frequently Asked QuestionsTOTAL REWARDSAt the City of Oklahoma City, our Total Rewards package is designed to honor your service, fuel your growth, and support every part of your life. We offer:Competitive payAn average of $22,000 annually contributed toward your benefits and retirementA comprehensive package designed to support your health and wellness, financial security, work-life balance, and personal and professional growth and developmentExplore all the ways we invest in you: City of Oklahoma City Total RewardsJOB SUMMARYThe position is located in the Office of the Municipal Counselor - Airports Division and will be hired in as either an Assistant Municipal Counselor - Division Head or Assistant Municipal Counselor III depending on experience and qualifications. If selected as Division Head, the position has personnel supervisory roles and responsibilities. The Airports Division provides legal services and guidance to the Department of Airports and the Oklahoma City Airport Trust ("OCAT") to ensure that the three airports in OCAT's airport system are operated in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal and state laws or regulations, and City ordinances. Experience and/or education in municipal law, airport law, public trust, public construction, commercial leasing, contracting, land transaction, public financing, grant administration, environmental law, and/or oil and gas law is desirable. The individual selected for this position is expected to exemplify a high degree of professionalism in the office, courtroom, before City Council or OCAT, and in all public appearances, exhibiting trustworthiness and the ability to respect confidence. All positions in this office serve under the direction of the Municipal Counselor and may be assigned to another division based on the needs of the office.ASSISTANT MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR - DIVISION HEADEssential job functions include: The Division Head will supervise one or more attorneys and support staff assigned to the division; facilitate professional development of assigned staff to aid in succession planning of the office; manage the administrative tasks associated with the division; complex analysis of City ordinances and interpreting their effect on municipal operations; performing legal research and writing briefs; drafting and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, contracts, administrative service agreements and other documents as required by the Municipal Counselor, City Management and administration, and Boards of Trustees or the various public trusts; adhere to the ethical standards for behavior and follow the professional rules of conduct; provide training to City staff; out-of-court litigation preparation (i.e. discovery, negotiations, brief writing); taking and defending depositions; appearing before federal, state or municipal courts, and administrative boards, commissions and public trusts.Management of the Division's Provision of Legal ServicesThe Division Head is responsible for coordinating and managing the activities of other attorneys in the assigned division while still actively providing legal services themselves. Work requires the Division Head to have expertise in the laws, rules and regulations that are applicable to the division and knowledge of laws and ordinances that apply to the City of Oklahoma City. Decisions and recommendations are made on an independent basis and mindful that they may affect public trusts, City departments, and/or City policies and/or procedures. The ability to exercise critical thinking and effectively explain complex legal issues verbally or in writing is essential. Interpersonal RelationsThe Division Head will have extensive contact with co-workers, City staff, elected or appointed officials, and citizens to obtain and provide information that requires an explanation and interpretation of law.Supervision Given and ReceivedThe Division Head is expected to work with minimal supervision but reports to a Deputy Municipal Counselor. The Division Head supervises at least one attorney (Assistant Municipal Counselor I, II, or III) and a paralegal or other support staff assigned to a designated division. The Division Head is responsible for managing the assignments, cases, projects or other matters of the designated division. Other Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis is a summary of the duties and responsibilities commonly found within this classification. It is not meant to be all-inclusive, thus, other related activities or tasks may be assigned.ASSISTANT MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR IIIEssential job functions include: Complex analysis of City ordinances and advising on their effect on municipal operations; performing legal research and writing briefs; drafting and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, contracts, administrative service agreements and other documents as required by the Municipal Counselor, City Management and administration, and Boards of Trustees or the various public trusts; adhere to the ethical standards for behavior and follow the professional rules of conduct; out-of-court litigation preparation (i.e. discovery, negotiations, brief writing); provide training to City staff; taking and defending depositions; appearing before federal, state or municipal courts, and administrative boards, commissions and public trusts.DifficultyThe Assistant Municipal Counselor III is an advanced level position which requires a license to practice law in the State of Oklahoma, or a license to practice law in another jurisdiction and ability to be admitted to practice law in Oklahoma within six (6) months of hire depending on the actual assignment. Work requires knowledge of laws and ordinances that apply to the City of Oklahoma City. Decisions and recommendations are made on an independent basis and may affect department and/or City policies and/or procedures.Interpersonal RelationsThe employee interacts with co-workers, City staff, and citizens to obtain and provide information that requires an explanation and interpretation of law.Supervision Given and ReceivedSupervision received is from the Division Head of the assigned area. An Assistant Municipal Counselor III is expected to mentor and review the work of the Assistant Municipal Counselor I and II in the division. Results desired are communicated in general terms. Projects are periodically reviewed by the Division Head for thoroughness and adherence to governing laws and ordinances.Other Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis is a summary of the duties and responsibilities commonly found within this classification. It is not meant to be all-inclusive, thus, other related activities or tasks may be assigned.VETERANS PREFERENCEHonorably discharged veterans of the United States Active Duty Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve Forces who are not currently employed full-time by the City of Oklahoma City and who meet the qualifications for the position shall be given preference. To receive preference, veterans must submit verification of honorable discharge from the United States military service (Department of Defense Form DD214 or NGB Form 22) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement. JOB REQUIREMENTS - ASSISTANT MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR - DIVISION HEADDegree from an accredited law school.Admitted to practice law in the State of Oklahoma or admitted in another jurisdiction and eligible for admission to practice in the State of Oklahoma within six (6) months.At least ten (10) years of experience as a practicing attorney, and at least five (5) of those years practicing in the field of the division assignment.Knowledge of municipal law.Demonstrated supervisory experience managing one (1) or more attorneys and support staff.Ability to seek and provide appropriate professional development opportunities for staff.Demonstrated skill in written and verbal communication including the preparation of legal documents, opinions, ordinances and memoranda, as well as making oral presentations.Demonstrated skill in critically evaluating, assessing and organizing a wide variety of information and complex legal matters.Demonstrated skill in legal research and using online legal research tools.Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective, productive working relationships with municipal officials, municipal employees, outside agencies, and individuals.Degree from an accredited law school.Admitted to practice law in the State of Oklahoma or admitted in another jurisdiction an