Assistant General Counsel

Oklahoma Tax Commission; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to provide legal guidance and support in tax compliance matters. This role involves advising on policy, conducting legal research, and representing the agency in administrative hearings. You will have the opportunity to work on complex cases and collaborate with a dedicated team committed to fairness and transparency. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous vacation time and a retirement savings plan, this position offers a rewarding career path in public service. If you are passionate about law and public service, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Generous state-paid benefit allowance

Wide choice of insurance plans

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement Savings Plan with match

15 days paid vacation

11 paid holidays

Paid maternity leave

Employee discounts

Longevity Bonus

Qualifications

• J.D. required with legal experience in tax laws preferred.
• Strong skills in legal research and communication essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on tax compliance and litigation.
• Prepare and litigate cases, advising on policy and procedures.

Skills

Critical thinking

Conducting legal research

Written communication

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Decision making

Case preparation

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Licensed to practice law in Oklahoma

Active member of the State Bar of Oklahoma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Posting Title

Assistant General Counsel

Agency

695 OKLAHOMA TAX COMMISSION

Supervisory Organization

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

Job Description

Assistant General Counsel-Legal

Salary Range- $80,000.00-$100,000.00

Why you’ll love it here!

TRANSPARENCY.FAIRNESS.COMPLIANCE.The Oklahoma Tax Commission is committed to leading Oklahoma with unparalleled customer service. Our mission is to promote tax compliance through serving taxpayers with transparency and fairness in administration of the tax code and unparalleled customer service.Check out our About Uspage to learn why we are passionate about tax compliance and believe it is the career for you!

There are perks to working for the OTC.We know that benefits matter, and that is why we offer a competitive benefits packagefor all eligible employees:

• Generous state-paid benefit allowanceto help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance planswith no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• A Retirement Savings Planwith a generous match.
• 15 days of paid vacation and 15 days of sick leave for full-time employees the first year.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Paid Maternity leave for eligible employees.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• A Longevity Bonus for years of service.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsels or other Division Directors, the Assistant General Counsel (AGC) provides legal counsel to the Oklahoma Tax Commission. This work includes advising on policy and procedure, litigation, legal research, contract negotiation and drafting, and monitoring legislative developments. The role involves preparing and litigating cases of varying complexity, with opportunities to progressively handle more challenging matters.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyzes factual and legal issues; conducts legal research
• Confers with taxpayers and tax representatives to resolve delinquencies, to explain tax reporting requirements, and to answer questions regarding taxpayer accounts
• Writes briefs, motions, orders, and other documents in preparation for or incidental to the hearing of a case
• Advises managers and other relevant personnel on administrative and operational rules, laws, and procedures to include but not limited to agency policy, federal and state laws, and other regulatory mandates required for the agency to conduct business
• Reviews policies, procedures, and other related legal questions for the agency
• Leads and/or participates in conferences with other legal counsel and reviews the opinions and suggestions of other staff attorneys
• Prepares and presents the agency’s case in administrative hearings and cases involving litigation of the collection of state taxes before a district court
• Participates in pre-hearing conferences, conducts discovery, examines and cross-examines witnesses, argues motions before the Court or hearing officer and summarizes the agency’s case
• Prepares reports, exhibits and legal memoranda from the records and hearings outlining the factual and legal issues and recommends disposition of a current case
• Examines or interviews petitioners, claimants, and defendants involved in administrative proceedings of the agency and court proceedings brought by the agency
• Drafts and/or comments on proposed legislation or changes in regulations
• Prepares and presents appeals, in both written and oral form, to higher courts of record
• Performs related work as required and assigned
• Mentors or oversees lower-level staff and projects within an assigned area in an effective and professional manner, as assigned
• Provides training, guidance and support to staff, as assigned

COMPLEXITY OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Comprehensive Knowledge of

• Applicable state and federal tax laws
• Applicable state administrative code regulations
• Constitutional law and the Oklahoma Constitution
• Agency policies and procedures
• Trial and hearing procedures
• Rules of evidence
• Methods and techniques for conducting legal research
• Legal principles and their application

Strong Skills in

• Critical thinking
• Conducting legal research
• Written and oral communication
• Microsoft Office
• Attention to detail
• Sound judgment
• Decision making
• Case preparation

Ability to

• Present statements of fact and law
• Understand, interpret, and apply laws
• Clearly and logically articulate position in written and oral form
• Analyze, interpret, and apply various laws, rules, regulations, agency policies, and procedures
• Direct and/or perform independent and difficult research, analyzing, appraising, and applying legal principles and precedents to difficult legal or factual problems
• Manage multiple priorities while ensuring compliance with tax laws/statutes and deadlines
• Develop briefings, presentations, and reports
• Represent the division and agency with professionalism and integrity
• Problem-solve in a team environment
• Persuade others
• Develop consensus in a team environment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference may be given to candidates who have extensive legal experience with tax laws.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Exhibit manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate a computer, keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. Ability to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids. Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels, with or without aids. Ability to communicate clearly. Physical ability to lift up to 15 pounds, to bend, stoop, climb stairs, walk and reach. Duties are normally performed in an office environment with a moderate noise level.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Travel is required for this position. 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.

Oklahoma Tax Commission’s normal work hours 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.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

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 active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.