City Attorney

City of Sallisaw; Oklahoma; Sur place; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The City of Sallisaw seeks a dedicated City Attorney to provide legal counsel to the city government, guiding policy and ensuring lawful operations. You will draft and review ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and other legal documents, represent the city in proceedings, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, including the Open Meetings Act.

Candidates must be licensed in Oklahoma and possess strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills to work effectively with

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Oklahoma.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with city officials and staff.

Responsabilités

• Provide legal advice on a wide range of municipal issues.
• Draft and review ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Represent the city in legal proceedings and negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, including the Open Meetings Act.
• Attend City Council meetings and other relevant gatherings.

Connaissances

Legal analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Collaborative approach

Formation

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Description du poste

The City of Sallisaw is seeking a dedicated City Attorney to join our team. This position is responsible for providing legal counsel to the city government.

Key Responsibilities Include: Provide legal advice on a wide range of municipal issues; draft and review ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and other legal documents; represent the city in legal proceedings and negotiations; ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, including, but not limited to, Open Meetings Act, attend City Council meetings and other relevant gatherings.

Qualifications: License to practice law in the State of Oklahoma; strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills; ability to work collaboratively with city officials and staff.