Deputy General Counsel

Job Posting Title Deputy General CounselAgency 090 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND ENTERPRISE SERVSupervisory Organization LegalJob Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) October 01, 2025Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)Full/Part-Time Full timeJob Type RegularCompensation Job Description As a Deputy General Counsel with OMES you will enjoy:Generous leave including 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually.A comprehensive with a generous to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.undefinedJob Details Full-time 40-hour work weeks.Support the Legal teamSalary up to: $100,000.00Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis on statutes, case law, regulations, and administrative decisions to support agency operations and legal strategies.Draft clear, well-reasoned legal memoranda and opinions to guide leadership decision-making.Prepare, review, and edit a variety of legal documents—including motions, briefs, contracts, and settlement agreements—ensuring accuracy, compliance, and persuasive argumentation.Research, draft, and propose legislation, administrative rules, and policy updates, including providing legal interpretation and assessing potential impacts.Assist Deputy General Counsels in case strategy, discovery, witness preparation, and hearing/trial support, including assembling evidence and preparing exhibits.Stay informed of changes in applicable laws and regulations, proactively advising on emerging legal risks and best practices.Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited law schoolLicensed to practice law in the State of OklahomaTwo (2) years legal experience as a licensed attorneyPreference will be given to candidates who possessExperience serving as a member of a law journalExperience in computer assisted legal research, word processing, and document organization capabilities sufficient to produce briefs in both state and federal courtPhysical Demands and Work Environment This position works in a comfortable office setting, and the noise level is usually mild. Ability to occasionally lift paper and office supplies and to perform job duties on a computer and telephone for 6-8 hours per day is necessary. Occasional travel may be required.About The Office of Management and Enterprise Services provides excellent service, expert guidance and continuous improvement in support of our partners’ goals. We are a highly qualified workforce committed to serve those who serve Oklahomans and make government run in the most efficient, innovative manner possible.OMES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.Equal Opportunity EmploymentThe State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday .If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information:

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