Assistant Municipal Counselor - Oklahoma City

THE CITY OF OKLAHOMA CITY IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for an Assistant Municipal Counselor.  This position is located within the Criminal Justice Division of the Office of the Municipal Counselor. Essential job functions include: responsible for acquiring knowledge of City ordinances and interpreting their effect on municipal operations; prosecuting violations of ordinances in the municipal criminal court; reviewing charges for filing decisions; reviewing files for plea recommendations; appearing before the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals;  performing legal research and writing briefs; possible representation of the City in various capacities which may include preparing and presenting civil cases in District Court; preparing legal opinions and ordinances; appearing before administrative boards, commissions and public trusts; performing administrative functions required in a law office. Experience in municipal law is desirable but not essential. This position will require the applicant to be licensed to practice law in the State of Oklahoma or a third-year law student who graduated from an accredited law school and successfully passes the Oklahoma Bar Exam in July 2025.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications received within the first 15 days may receive preference. To apply on-line or to see the full vacancy announcement please visit htttp://www.okc.gov/jobs.  Information may also be obtained from the City’s Human Resources Department at (405) 297-2530.  EOE