Job Posting Title Deputy General Counsel- Legal Agency 695 OKLAHOMA TAX COMMISSION Supervisory Organization Executive 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 Job Description Deputy General Counsel- Legal Salary- $125,000.00 GENERAL FUNCTION The Deputy General Counsel (DGC) provides legal counsel to the Oklahoma Tax Commission including policy and procedure review, litigation, legal research for various internal and external inquiries and pre-trial proceedings, contract writing and negotiating, and monitoring proposed legislation. This position supervises attorneys in the Legal Division, as assigned. The DGC will receive limited supervision, is given considerable freedom from technical and administrative oversight, and has a substantial amount of responsibility in planning and organizing his or her own work. TYPICAL FUNCTIONS The functions performed by employees in this job will vary, but may include the following: Reports directly to the General Counsel Provides legal advice, counsel and assistance to the agency concerning issues large in scope, complexity, and urgency Analyzes complex factual and legal issues and prepares legal opinions, memorandums of facts and law and other legal documents concerning same Supervises attorneys, including oversight of their cases involving litigation of the collection of state taxes before administrative, district, appellate, and federal courts Supervises support staff, including oversight of management decisions, processes, and resources Provides legal advice and assistance on issues concerning employment, discipline, and other personnel matters Actively participates in the interview process for division positions, including the review of potential candidates and determining staffing and hiring recommendations Assists in the planning, organizing, supervision, direction, and coordination of the division including the activities of administrative staff and attorneys Interprets existing contracts and provides legal advice and counsel regarding all aspects of contract transactions Potentially exercises responsibility for the development, preparation, and presentation of cases before administrative, state, federal, and appellate courts Evaluates proposed legislation and makes recommendations for agency action in response thereto Performs legal research and reports findings and conclusions Advises on law, regulations, and opinions of the courts and those of the Attorney General; prepares or directs the preparation of interpretations outlining facts and the applicable legal, administrative or executive decisions Advises on questions of law or administrative policy involved in the operation of the agency and its contacts with industry, private or professional associations, state federal, or local government, and the general public. Supports other OTC attorneys as needed COMPLEXITY OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Comprehensive Knowledge of Applicable tax laws, agency policies and procedures Methods and techniques for conducting legal research Legal principles and their application The scope of Oklahoma statutes and federal statutes, regulations, and policies; the Oklahoma Constitution; the principles of administrative and constitutional law; trial and hearing procedures; the rules of evidence Strong Skills in Analytics, critical thinking, attention to detail, sound judgment and decision-making Legal research and writing skills Directing and/or performing independent and difficult research, analyzing, appraising and applying legal principles, facts, and precedents to difficult legal or factual problem Presenting statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and logically in written or oral form Presenting, explaining, or arguing cases to administrative commissions, boards, or courts Ability to Understand, interpret and apply applicable laws, agency policies and procedures Ensure timelines are being met while following tax laws/statutes of the State of Oklahoma Develop briefings, presentations, and reports; and conduct data analysis Represent the division and agency in a professional manner MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of J.D. from an accredited law school PLUS licensed to practice law in the State of Oklahoma PLUS an active member of the State Bar of Oklahoma PLUS a minimum of seven years of experience in the practice of law INCLUDING a minimum of five years of experience in legal tax, supervisory, or litigation PREFERENCE STATEMENT Preference may be given to candidates who have extensive legal experience with tax laws. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS This position may require occasional travel. Applicants must have reliable transportation and be willing and able to perform all job-related travel. Possession and maintenance of a valid Oklahoma State Driver’s License is also required. Core work hours for the Oklahoma Tax Commission are Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm. This schedule may require minor flexibility based on the needs of the agency. Telework may be required based on the needs of the agency, division, and section. If applicable, applicant must be willing and able to work BOTH on-site and telework at an off-site location, generally in the applicant’s home. Applicant must have a secure internet connection and a dedicated telephone (landline) or smart phone device during scheduled working hours. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Opportunity Employment The 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 State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'. Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between. To learn more about our state agencies, visit here. 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