Trust Attorney In Jobs in Oklahoma (NOW HIRING)

SALARY RANGE

Salary dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.

Assistant Municipal Counselor III: $117,345.60 to $213,059.52 Annually

Assistant Municipal Counselor II: $96,486.48 to $175,141.44 Annually

Assistant Municipal Counselor I: $79,448.40 to $144,176.40 Annually

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 BACKGROUND

• When 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 Checks

If you have questions, check out the: Frequently Asked Questions

TOTAL REWARDS

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• Competitive pay
• An average of $22,000 annually contributed toward your benefits and retirement
• A comprehensive package designed to support your health and wellness, financial security, work-life balance, and personal and professional growth and development

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JOB SUMMARY

The position is located in the Office of the Municipal Counselor - Trusts and Public Works Division and will be hired in as either an Assistant Municipal Counselor I, II or III depending on experience and qualifications. The selected applicant will provide 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 III

Requirement: At least seven (7) years of experience as a practicing attorney.

Difficulty: The Assistant Municipal Counselor III is an advanced level position which requires demonstration of advanced knowledge of laws and ordinances that apply to the City of Oklahoma City and its trusts, and an ability to proficiently analyze and address complex legal issues.  Experience in the assigned area is beneficial but not a requirement. Decisions and recommendations are made on an independent basis and may affect department and/or City policies and/or procedures. Proficiency in all forms of legal writing and communications.

Interpersonal Relations: The 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 Received: Supervision received is from the Division Head of the assigned area.  An Assistant Municipal Counselor III is expected to mentor and review the work of Assistant Municipal Counselor I's and II's in the division.  Results desired are communicated in general terms.  Work product is periodically reviewed by the Division Head and a Deputy Municipal Counselor for quality and adherence to governing laws and ordinances.

ASSISTANT MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR II

Requirement: At least five (5) years of experience as a practicing attorney.

Difficulty: The Assistant Municipal Counselor II is a mid-level position which 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 Relations: The 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 Received: Supervision received is from the Division Head of the assigned area.  An Assistant Municipal Counselor II is expected to mentor and review the work of Assistant Municipal Counselor I's in the division.  Desired results are communicated in general terms.  Work product is periodically reviewed by an Assistant Municipal Counselor 

ASSISTANT MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR I

Requirement: No prior experience as a practicing attorney required.

Difficulty: Ability to meet the position's above-stated Job Requirements.

Interpersonal Relations: Maintaining confidentiality and presenting oneself and legal services in a professional and effective manner.

Supervision: Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with others. Supervision received is nominal.  Results desired are indicated only in general terms with determination of methods left to the discretion of the employee, unless City-wide policy is concerned, or unless specific instructions are given by supervising attorneys.  Work product is periodically reviewed by the Deputy Municipal Counselor, Division Head, AMC III, AMC II assigned to the Division for quality and adherence to governing laws and ordinances.

VETERANS PREFERENCE

Honorably 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 

• Degree 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 months.
• Skill in written and verbal communication including the preparation of legal documents, opinions, ordinances and memoranda, as well as making oral presentations.
• Skill in critically assessing and organizing a wide variety of information.
• Skill in legal research and using online legal research tools.
• Ability to prioritize workload and projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, productive working relationships with municipal officials, municipal employees, outside agencies, and individuals.

COMPETENCIES

• One City, One Team (Teamwork/Team Oriented) (1) Recognizes, values, and leverages the ideas, opinions, and perspectives of others; (2) participates willingly and effectively as a team lead or team member; (3) builds consensus; fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust; (4) collaborates with others to accomplish goals and objectives and achieve results; (5) expresses facts, ideas, messages, and information (technical and non-technical) to individuals or groups clearly, concisely, accurately, understandably, with honesty, tact, and diplomacy and in a manner that is appropriate for the intended audience; (6) actively listens, clarifies information as needed; (7) [Core Value One City, One Team] shares information, resources and solutions across departments; (8) [Core Value One City, One Team] asks for help early and offers it often; (9) [Core Value One City, One Team] collaborates across teams before decisions are made.
• Service First (Customer Centric) (1) Demonstrates commitment to public service; (2) serves and satisfies internal and external customers in a timely and effective manner; (3) establishes, commits to, and maintains high standards for producing quality work products and being responsive to customers; (4) supports the Department/City's mission; develops and executes strategies with the customer in mind; (5) [Core Value Service First] acts quickly and follows through until the job is complete; (6) [Core Value Service First] serves everyone with genuine respect, diligence and professionalism; (7) [Core Value Service First] makes decisions with the people we serve in mind.
• Respect Always (Leads Through Influence) (1) Persuades others; builds consensus through give and take; (2) gains cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals; (3) works with others towards achieving agreements that may involve exchanging resources or resolving differences; (4) understands the concepts, practices, and techniques used to identify, engage, influence, and monitor relationships with individuals and groups connected to a work effort including those actively involved; (5) leads through influence over the process and its results, and those who have a vested interest in the outcome (positive or negative). (6) [Core Value Respect Always] listens with curiosity and speaks with care; (7) [Core Value Respect Always] embraces different perspectives and lived experiences; (8) [Core Value Respect Always] gives feedback constructively and receives it openly. 
• Own the Outcome (Execution and Results) (1) Sets well-defined and realistic goals and high standards of performance for self or self and others; (2) displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward performing work; (3) completes assignments in a thorough, accurate, and timely manner, and delivers results; (4) works with minimal supervision, is motivated to achieve, and demonstrates responsible behavior; (5) demonstrates understanding of all aspects of the job and application of accrued knowledge in carrying out duties and responsibilities; technical knowledge; skill in the techniques, equipment, procedures, and work required; (6) recognizes opportunities and takes action for improvement to programs, policies, procedures, practices, and processes; (7) understands and is able to apply the principles, methods, and tools of quality improvement; (8) collects, examines, analyzes, and interprets data from a variety of sources; (9) makes data-driven recommendations/decisions and achieves results; (10) effectively achieves results through others to achieve the Department or City's mission; (11) [Core Value Own the Outcome] takes initiative to fix it or escalates issues; (12) [Core Value Own the Outcome] follows through on commitments; (13) [Core Value Own the Outcome] speaks up when accountability is missing.
• Keep Getting Better (Commitment to Continuous Improvement) (1) Recognizes opportunities for improvement with regard to programs, policies, procedures, practices, and processes; (2) understands and is able to apply the principles, methods, and tools of quality improvement; (3) collects, examines, analyzes, and interprets data from a variety of sources; (4) makes data-driven recommendations/decisions and achieves results; (5) [Core Value Keep Getting Better] takes time to reflect and act on what is working and what is not; (6) [Core Value Keep Getting Better] learns from mistakes without blaming; (7) [Core Value Keep Getting Better] supports self and other's development and growth. 
• Empathetic Leadership (1) Fosters a workplace where employees are engaged; (2) seeks to know and learn about, and respects the values, attitudes, and beliefs of others; (3) welcomes varied ideas, perspectives, and thoughts when carrying out the work of the organization and making decisions; (4) builds trust through transparency, open communication, feedback, consistency, and humility; (5) seeks to build high performing teams through practices that demonstrate a commitment to hiring the most qualified candidates; promotes advancement opportunities for all (e.g., coaching, mentoring, providing personal and professional development opportunities); (6) resolves conflict and maintains effective working relationships with others through open dialogue, collaboration, empathy, active listening, understanding, tact, diplomacy, and professionalism; (7) treats others with fairness and dignity; (8) demonstrates emotional maturity; and (9) recognizes contributions and celebrates accomplishments.  Note: This competency is not applicable for employees who are not supervisors. 
• Judgment (1) Plans, coordinates, and executes business functions efficiently, effectively, and in a fiscally responsible manner; (2) identifies risks and develops and implements measures to avoid, mitigate, or minimize those risks; (3) makes effective, timely, well-informed, objective, and transparent work-related decisions; (4) exhibits emotional maturity and stability, effectively manages conflict, and remains optimistic and calm during stressful situations; (5) uses resources effectively to achieve results aligned with organizational priorities; (6) applies understanding of financial management/budgeting principles to ensure decis...