City of Enid

 Part-Time Municipal Judge

Apply online at www.enid.org

POSITION REPORTS TO: City Commission

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

BLS COMPARABLE: 23-1023.00 - Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Subject to post-offer, pre-employment drug screen.
• Subject to a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Juris Doctorate and license to practice law in the State of Oklahoma.
• Member in good standing of the Oklahoma Bar Association.

POSITION PURPOSE: Ensure fair and impartial administration of justice, promote integrity within the democratic processes of the City of Enid, and maintain order and decorum in the courtroom.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Conduct court hearings, arraignments, trials, and other proceedings in accordance with legal requirements and procedural rules.
• Interpret and apply relevant laws, ordinances, and regulations to the resolution of cases presented before the court.
• Hear evidence, evaluate testimony, and render decisions based on the merits of each case and the applicable legal standards.
• Issue orders, judgments, and rulings in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and procedural deadlines.
• Preside over proceedings related to traffic violations, city ordinance violations, misdemeanor offenses, and other matters within the jurisdiction of the municipal court.
• Values and respects the diversity of the community and seeks equal treatment and protection under the law for all individuals.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

• The Municipal Court is fair and efficient.
• Justice is ethically represented in all matters.
• Conflicts of Interest are avoided.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:   

Juris Doctorate and license to practice law in the State of Oklahoma. Member in good standing of the Oklahoma Bar Association. Previous judicial experience or experience presiding over court proceedings. Previous Prosecutorial experience is preferred.  Minimum five years experience practicing law. Complete continuing education as required by OMCLEC.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES:        

Additional related training preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:    

• Law and Government: Knowledge of laws and regulations, court procedures, and the democratic political process
• Administration and Management: Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Specialized: Knowledge of municipal law, criminal law, and Robert’s Rules of Order.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:   

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records, including but not limited to private health information.
• Accurate and attentive to detail.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

FINGER DEXTERITY:    

Manual dexterity sufficient to work with the fingers.

VISUAL ABILITIES:    

Normal vision, with or without corrective lenses.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH:    

Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally. Sedentary physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative nature. Extensive sitting. Frequent use of arms, hands, and fingers to reach, handle, touch, and feel.

LANGUAGE/COMPREHENSION:    

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to respond to sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to render impartial judgement.

REASONING ABILITY:    

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to understand nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.).  Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

MATHEMATICS ABILITY:    

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rates, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

WORK SCHEDULE/HOURS:   

Part-time variable, not to exceed 28 hours per week, Monday - Saturday.

WORK CONDITIONS:   

Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation.

NOISE LEVEL:    

Moderate.

OTHER WORK CONDITIONS:   

None.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS

Job descriptions assist organizations in ensuring that the hiring process is fairly administered and that qualified employees are selected.

All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded.

Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

For more information and to apply, visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/enid/jobs/5020660/part-time-municipal-judge?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs.

Staff Attorney II

Durant, OK, United States

Job Purpose or Objective(s): Provide research and legal advice to the Government Legal departments of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. You will report to the Director. 

Primary Tasks:

1. You will research the intent of laws and judicial decisions and applies the law to the circumstances.
2. Work on unusual or complex problems and provide solutions.
3. You will negotiate contractual agreements and provide legal advice to avoid legal liability.
4. Provide legal representation to the Nation in all requested and required legal and liability areas.
5. You will manage the case management of in-house matters.
6. Prepare, negotiate, review and advise on work pertaining to contracts, agreements, and other legal instruments on behalf of the Nation.
7. Provide guidance to lower level Attorneys.
8. Perform other tasks as may be assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law by a State within the United States
• Ability to handle a variety of legal fields and procedures
• Experience in the areas of health law, environmental law, and reviewing of Grants a plus
• Experience in code and policy drafting or legislative experience
• Understanding of tribal law, and sovereignty.
• Minimum six [6] years’ experience as an attorney

About the Choctaw Nation

The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian nation in the United States, with over 200,000 tribal members and more than 11,000 employees. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, historic boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma. The Choctaw Nation's vision, "Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture," is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity.

Benefits:

• Free gym membership
• Free access to employee health clinic
• Free lunch for casino & resort associates
• Earned wages access once per week for hourly Associates
• Pet insurance
• Paid vacation / sick time
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401(K) with company match
• College tuition reimbursement
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and family leave
• Employee assistance program
• Employee prescription program
• CNO Paid Life Insurance
• Teladoc
• On Site Dental Clinics (Jet Dental)
• On Site Mammogram Services
• Free diabetes and hypertension monitoring benefit (Livongo)
• Accolade- Concierge Benefits Program
• Wellness Program that equals savings on health insurance cost (Virgin Pulse)
• Maternity Care Program
• (Benefits provided by the Choctaw Nation are based on employment classification)

CNO was selected as a winner in both HRDUS' and Forbes' 2022 "Employer of Choice" competitions:

• Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma received recognition as one of six Best Places to Work in the United States as selected by HRDUS
• Choctaw Casinos & Resorts received recognition from Forbes as a Best Employer for Diversity in the Travel & Leisure category.
• Forbes also recognized the Choctaw Casino and Resorts as one of America's Best Employers for New Graduates.

For more information and to apply, visit http://bit.ly/4lKZfbR.

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Oklahoma is seeking applicants for one or more Assistant U.S. Attorney positions, which will be assigned to the Criminal Division. Salary is based on the number of years of professional attorney experience. Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction) and have at least one (1) year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.  Prosecution experience is preferred.

See vacancy announcement 25-WDOK-12769655-A-03 at www.usajobs.gov (Exec Office for US Attorneys). Applications must be submitted online. See How to Apply section of announcement for specific information. Questions may be directed to Gina Penny, Human Resources Officer, via email at gina.penny@usdoj.gov. This announcement is open through August 10, 2025.

Secrest Hill & Secrest is seeking an attorney with at least three years of experience in civil litigation (insurance defense preferred) to join its well-established practice in Tulsa. For over 40 years, Secrest Hill & Secrest has represented the interests of insurers, corporations, businesses and professionals in a wide range of practice areas and is seeking a well-qualified candidate to join our practice.

The ideal candidate will have experience in drafting pleadings and written discovery, taking and presenting depositions, oral advocacy, and client relations. Responsibilities will include all phases of litigation from motion practice to depositions and discovery to trial. Benefits include competitive salary commensurate with experience, 401K match, health insurance, and FSA.

Please send your resume to jhall@secresthill.com.

Brown & Flesch, PLLC – Midtown, Oklahoma City

We are a general civil litigation firm handling a range of civil matters. We are looking for a driven, courtroom-ready associate who wants real case responsibility and is capable of managing an active civil litigation docket. The candidate should want to get to court, take depositions, argue motions, and help carry the weight of a busy litigation practice.

Qualifications:

• Licensed and in good standing with the Oklahoma Bar
• 2–5+ years of civil litigation experience preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary: Depending on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities and origination compensation
• Health and dental insurance
• Office, equipment, Bar dues, CLE costs, and Westlaw access paid by the firm

To apply, email your résumé, a writing sample, and a brief cover letter to include starting salary expectations to kylie@brownfleschlaw.com.

The City of Oklahoma City is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Municipal Counselor. This position is located within the Criminal Justice Division of the Office of the Municipal Counselor.

Essential job functions include: responsible for acquiring knowledge of City ordinances and interpreting their effect on municipal operations; prosecuting violations of ordinances in the municipal criminal court; reviewing charges for filing decisions; reviewing files for plea recommendations; appearing before the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals; performing legal research and writing briefs; possible representation of the City in various capacities which may include preparing and presenting civil cases in District Court; preparing legal opinions and ordinances; appearing before administrative boards, commissions and public trusts; performing administrative functions required in a law office. Experience in municipal law is desirable but not essential. This position will require the applicant to be licensed to practice law in the State of Oklahoma or a third-year law student who graduated from an accredited law school and successfully passes the Oklahoma Bar Exam in July 2025.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications received within the first 15 days may receive preference. To apply online or to see the full vacancy announcement, please visit http://www.okc.gov/jobs. Information may also be obtained from the City’s Human Resources Department at (405) 297-2530. EOE

Civil Litigation Attorney – Full-Time, On-Site | Oklahoma City | Starting at $100K+

A well-established Oklahoma City law firm with over 20 years of success is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney for a full-time, on-site position.

This is a great opportunity for an attorney looking to join a respected, stable firm with an active and diverse caseload.

Position Details:

• Title: Litigation Attorney
• Location: On-site in Oklahoma City
• Schedule: Full-time
• Starting Salary: $100,000+, commensurate with experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage litigation matters from intake through resolution

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents
• Resolve Discovery Code disputes with opposing counsel

• Appear in court for hearings, trials, and conferences
• Take and defend depositions
• Provide strategic legal advice and maintain strong client relationships

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Oklahoma
• Minimum 5 years of civil litigation experience
• Demonstrated ability to handle cases independently
• Excellent legal research, writing, and courtroom skills

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary starting at $100,000+, based on experience
• Health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits
• On-site covered parking at NW Oklahoma City offices in Waterford Complex.
• Supportive team and collaborative environment
• Opportunity for long-term professional growth

If you are a litigation attorney looking for your next opportunity, we encourage you to apply today. All applications will be treated in a confidential manner.

Please send your resume, cover letter, and a writing sample to officeadmin@cheekfalcone.com.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Pray Walker is seeking an attorney to join its rapidly growing civil litigation practice group in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This position requires two to six years of experience. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in the State of Oklahoma.

Applicants should be self‐motivated, detail‐oriented, organized, and able to prioritize multiple projects at one time to assist senior attorneys in providing exceptional legal services to clients. Excellent opportunity for career growth and building professional relationships. Salary commensurate with experience and responsibility. Excellent benefits package, including 401(k).

Send cover letter, resume, and writing samples to Kellie Grayson, Director of Administration, at kgrayson@praywalker.com.

Pray Walker is a full‐service law firm located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Founded in 1979, the firm’s sought-after experience in problem solving has led both large and small clients to trust Pray Walker with their important legal matters, business transactions, litigation, as well as contractual and dispute resolution matters and personal matters.

Morgan & Associates Law Firm, a NW OKC AV law firm, is seeking an associate attorney with experience in collection litigation and creditors rights. Minimum of 5 years prior experience preferred. License in Texas a plus. Offering excellent salary and benefits.

Interested candidates, please submit your resume to careers@morganandassoc.com for immediate consideration.

Mid-size Tulsa law firm in need of experienced briefing/drafting/appellate attorney. Approximately 1-2 appeals a month, with heavy emphasis on family law areas. Salary commensurate with experience.

Send replies to advertising@okbar.org with the subject line “Position MB.”

Wilson, Cain & Acquaviva, AV-rated insurance defense/civil litigation firm, seeks associate attorneys, 5 to 15 years of civil litigation experience preferred, for its Oklahoma City and Tulsa offices. Candidates should be organized, inquisitive, detail-oriented and have strong research and writing skills. Excellent career opportunity for the right applicants.

Send replies to timcain@swbell.net.

Salary: $79,584.04 - $135,507.96 annually

Dependent Upon Qualifications and Experience

Make a difference with a rewarding legal career in public service! This full-time position will defend and prosecute high-profile complex civil lawsuits; draft legal documents; advise City officials as to legal rights, obligations, practices and other phases of applicable local, state and federal law; draft resolutions, ordinances and contracts and prepare legal opinions.

Applicants for the position must have graduated from an accredited law school, be a member in good standing in the Oklahoma Bar Association and admitted to or eligible for immediate admission to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. Applicants must possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license.

Interested applicants should apply and submit a resume, law school transcript, and two (2) samples of legal writing filed in legal proceedings. See job announcement at https://selfservice.lawtonok.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=5740&sreq=1&form=GEN2&desc=ASSISTANT%20CITY%20ATTORNEY. Open until filled. EOE.

Position: Clerk of the Supreme Court

Location: Judicial Center, Oklahoma City

Qualifications: Licensed to Practice Law within the State of Oklahoma.

Deadline: Letter and resume must be received by August 5, 2025 by 5 p.m.

Letter and Resume should be directed to:

Chief Justice

Oklahoma Supreme Court

Judicial Center

2100 North Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 1

Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Questions: (405) 556-9100

All applications are treated as confidential.

Position: Director of Oklahoma Supreme Court Management Information Services

Location: Judicial Center, Oklahoma City

Qualifications: Degree in information technology or relevant experience.

Deadline: Letter and resume must be received by August 5, 2025 by 5 p.m.

Letter and Resume should be directed to:

Chief Justice

Oklahoma Supreme Court

Judicial Center

2100 North Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 1

Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Questions: (405) 556-9100

All applications are treated as confidential.