Assistant City Attorney (Utilities/Dev Services)

City of Edmond • Edmond, OK

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant City Attorney (Utilities/Development Services) focuses on issues concerning public utilities and franchises. They will also assist in litigated matters handled in-house (rather than by outside litigation counsel) and act as a backup for miscellaneous issues related to development services. This position is expected to start on or around July 6, 2026, subject to City Council approval of the FY2027 budget.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree
• 2 years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Licensed in good standing to practice law in Oklahoma
• Eligible for admission to practice in federal court
• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier
• Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position
• Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drug and audio screenings

Nice To Haves

• Licensed to practice law in the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals

Responsibilities

• Review and provide feedback on public infrastructure contracts and professional services contracts
• Assist City departments in maintaining compliance with state and federal laws and regulations applicable to public utilities and development services
• Advise on matters relating to public utilities, including but not limited to: Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974, Fair and Open Competition in Governmental Construction Act, Public Construction Management Act for Political Subdivisions, Edmond Municipal Code, Public right-of-way acquisition & encroachment, Non-City utilities working in the public right-of-way, Telecommunications licenses, Franchise agreements
• Assist in litigated matters where the City is a party or non-party
• Draft pleadings and other necessary documents
• Attend court hearings
• Review, draft, and update ordinances, resolutions, memoranda, and other documents
• Provide legal advice on matters related to development services

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Retirement plans
• Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
• Sick leave, vacation days, earned time off, paid holidays, and longevity rewards
• Paid parental leave
• Potential for bilingual pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level