Assistant General Counsel

Job Posting Title Assistant General Counsel Agency 452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV.
Supervisory Organization DMHSAS-Central Administration Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) Note: 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 time Job Type Regular Compensation $70,000-$90,000 yr Job Description Assistant General Counsel About the Position: The incumbent will support the functions of the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services and will represent the agency, it's Board, and agency personnel in legal proceedings.
The position is responsible for a wide array of legal issues to include employment law, constitutional law and civil rights, EMTALA, mental health law, department investigations, legislation, policies, ethics, and litigation in all state and federal courts along with other tribunals.
The incumbent will prepare and try both routine and progressively difficult cases.
This position may be filled as a level II, III or IV based on the selected candidates’ qualifications.
Job Type/Salary: Application period: Until filled Full-time Vacancies: 1 Annual Salary is $70,000-$90,000 Primary Working Hours are M-F; 8am-5pm FLSA Status: Exempt Minimum Qualifications and Experience: Level IV: Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and member in good standing of the Oklahoma Bar with a minimum of eight years’ experience in practicing law.
Level III: Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and member in good standing of the Oklahoma Bar with a minimum of six years’ experience in practicing law.
Level II: Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and member in good standing of the Oklahoma Bar; and three years’ experience.
Preference may be given for civil and administrative litigation and trial experience.
Special Requirements: Must be willing and able to fulfill all job-related travel normally associated with this position.
Benefit Highlights: ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents.
Come for the benefits, stay for the mission! Our benefits include: Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs 11 paid holidays 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match Longevity Bonus for years of service Student Loan repayment options Training opportunities for CEU requirements About us: The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services serves as the state’s safety net mental health and substance use treatment services system.
Founded in 1953, this agency is the leading expert in Oklahoma for all efforts associated with mental health and addiction, including prevention, treatment, and recovery support services.
The ODMHSAS also operates eleven treatment provider organizations across the state.
PIN: 2324 Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.
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