Mental Health And Substance Abuse Serv.
Assistant General Counsel
Mental Health And Substance Abuse Serv., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73116
Job Posting TitleAssistant General CounselAgency452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV.Supervisory OrganizationCentral Office - OperationsJob 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.Full/Part-TimeFull timeJob TypeRegularCompensationcommensurate with education and experienceJob DescriptionAbout the Position : The incumbent will support the functions of the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services and represent the agency, its Board, and personnel in legal proceedings. This position is responsible for handling a wide range of legal matters, including but not limited to employment law, constitutional law and civil rights, EMTALA, mental health law, departmental investigations, legislation, policies, ethics, and litigation in state and federal courts as well as other tribunals. The incumbent will prepare and litigate both routine and increasingly complex cases. This position may be filled at Level II, III, or IV, depending on the selected candidate's qualifications.Job Type/Salary:Application period: Until filledFull-timeVacancies: 1Annual Salary is $70,000-$100,000Primary Working Hours are M-F; 8am-5pmFLSA Status: ExemptMinimum 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 seven 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 five 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 two 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 premiumsA wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitationsFlexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent careEmployee assistance programs and health and fitness programs11 paid holidays15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first yearRetirement Savings Plan with a generous matchLongevity Bonus for years of serviceTraining opportunities for CEU requirementsAbout us:
The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) serves as the state's safety net for mental health and substance use treatment services. Founded in 1953, the agency is Oklahoma's leading authority on all matters related to mental health and addiction, including prevention, treatment, and recovery support services. ODMHSAS also operates eleven treatment provider organizations across the state.PIN:
1249Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.An Equal Opportunity Employer.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 Jobs Hub.
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Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and member in good standing of the Oklahoma Bar with a minimum of seven 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 five 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 two 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 premiumsA wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitationsFlexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent careEmployee assistance programs and health and fitness programs11 paid holidays15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first yearRetirement Savings Plan with a generous matchLongevity Bonus for years of serviceTraining opportunities for CEU requirementsAbout us:
The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) serves as the state's safety net for mental health and substance use treatment services. Founded in 1953, the agency is Oklahoma's leading authority on all matters related to mental health and addiction, including prevention, treatment, and recovery support services. ODMHSAS also operates eleven treatment provider organizations across the state.PIN:
1249Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.An Equal Opportunity Employer.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 Jobs Hub.
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