Attorney I

State of Oklahoma•Ada, OK

1d•$55,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Attorney I or II $55,000.00 to $75.000.00 Basic Purpose Positions in this job family conduct legal research and provide legal representation and advice to clients in government-related areas of expertise (e.g., oil and gas, public utility, and transportation, regulatory compliance, rulemaking, employment/labor, ethics, health and human services, or other areas of law as may be applicable).

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
A license to practice law in State of Oklahoma
Membership in Oklahoma Bar Association
Familiarity with Microsoft Office is preferred – Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Ability and willingness to learn other programs as needed is required
Must abide by the Oklahoma Rules of Professional Conduct.

Nice To Haves

Qualified applicants who have graduated from law school and will sit for the July 2026 Oklahoma Bar Examination may be considered for appointment at the Attorney I level. Appointment of such individuals will be contingent upon bar passage and admission to the Oklahoma Bar.
Qualified applicants with at least two years of legal experience may be considered for appointment at the Attorney II level.

Responsibilities

Participates or assist in the resolution of employee complaints, disciplinary actions, and appeals through the State's administrative process, other regulatory bodies, or court appeals when required. This may include, but not limited to, complaints or allegations by employees regarding, discrimination, wage and hour disputes, and unemployment.
Conducts or assists in the enforcement of agency rules, including action taken against licensees when in violation of agency rules. Such actions may include trying disciplinary cases to an Administrative Law Judge and asserting or responding to appeals from such cases.
Advises agency directors, managers, and other relevant staff on internal employee complaints, administrative and operational rules, laws, and procedures to include but not limited to agency policy, federal and state personnel laws, and other regulatory mandates required for the agency to conduct business.
Prepares, reviews, and/or presents letters, memoranda of law, briefs, contracts, pleadings, motions, orders, consents, and other relevant or related documents and pleadings. This may include preparing, reviewing, or presenting cases and/or appeals to administrative, district, appellate courts, and/or administrative boards in writing or orally.
Prepares and presents the agency’s case in administrative hearings and trial litigation, pre-trial or pre-hearing conferences, and arguing the agency motion/position before the court, commission, hearing officer, or Administrative Law Judge.
Makes disciplinary charging decisions; conducts discovery; examines and cross-examines witnesses; negotiates in support of the agency.
Reviews, edits, and approves litigation filings when appropriate.
Mentors or oversees lower-level staff and projects within an assigned area in an effective and professional manner, reviews and provides guidance of cases including cases involving litigation; may recommend or provide training, guidance, motivation, and support of staff.
May prepare and present continuing education or basic academy legal topic courses to peace officers, private licensees, and/or law enforcement cadets.

Benefits

Annual benefit allowances
A variety of health, dental, and vision plan options
Paid annual and sick leave that rolls over each year
11 paid holidays
Robust retirement savings plans
An EAP & wellness program to support you every step of the way
The benefits allowance covers up to $20,538.24 for employees and their dependents to enroll in benefits.
The State offers several different medical, dental, and vision plans to better fit your needs. Including options to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan (available to employees who began State employment after November 1st, 2015).
Employer matches 6% with an employee contribution of 4.5%.
Employer matches 7% with an employee contribution of 7% or above.
OPERS Defined Benefit Plan (available to returning employees who were previously enrolled in OPERS).
15 days accrued annually during the first 1–5 years of service.
18 days accrued annually for 5–10 years of service.
20 days accrued annually for 10–20 years of service.
25 days accrued annually for over 20 years of service.
Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year
11 paid holidays per year
Longevity payments are paid annually to eligible State employees with a minimum of 2 years of State service.
EAP is a cooperative effort between employees and administration to help employees gain access to professional services in resolving personal problems.