Legal Intern (Part-Time/Year-Round) - City

PAY AND FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS:

Pay Range:  870

Hourly Rate:  $26.83 - $27.78

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

The normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above. A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant and/or the City’s step placement policy.

NOTE:  Preference may be given to applications received within the first 15 days of this announcement.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

• This position requires applicants to be at least 18 years of age at the time of application submission.  
• When completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions.  
• Completion of the application questions is required. 
• Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked. 
• Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume.
• Applicants may upload only two attachments.  Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, transcripts, etc.  Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one field for upload.  
• Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided.
• Each application submission is reviewed independently.  

JOB SUMMARY

The Part-Time Legal Intern is located within the City of Oklahoma City in the Office of the Municipal Counselor and is under the supervision of the Municipal Counselor. Essential Job Functions Include:  attend/provide assistance in Municipal Court cases handled by the Criminal Justice division; answer routine citizen and City staff inquiries which are within the scope of the Municipal Counselor’s Office; research claims against the City and prepare claim files for potential litigation; file court documents as requested by attorneys; assist attorneys in research projects and trial preparation; prepare proclamations and resolutions as requested; and draft legal memoranda, opinions, ordinances and other documents as requested by attorneys.  Licensed Part-Time Legal Interns may also be responsible for representing the City in District Court, Municipal criminal prosecution and other litigation as allowed by law.  Work is reviewed in progress by a licensed attorney and upon completion, for adherence to directives and soundness of technical judgment. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an ABA accredited law school.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must be currently attending accredited law school.
• Demonstrate ability to use online legal research tools. 
• Demonstrate ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. 
• Skill in dealing with citizens in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Must possess a valid driver license. 

OTHER DETAILS

Note:  This position will work no more than an annual average of 20 hours per week.

Pay Method:  City employees are required to receive pay electronically, either via direct deposit or pay card.

Former Employees:  If this position is open to external applicants and you are a former employee, you must be eligible for rehire.  If you are unsure of your rehire status, please contact the Human Resources Department at (405) 297-2530.  If your rehire status has been coded “Not Eligible,” “Eligible 3,” or “Conditional,” you will need to request a review of your rehire status through the Human Resources Department’s Employee and Labor Relations Division.

Background Investigation, Drug Testing, Physical Examination:  Upon a conditional offer of employment/acceptance of position, the City of Oklahoma City will conduct a criminal history background check for external applicants. Applicants will be provided contact information for any third-party reporting agencies used to collect background information in connection with conditional offers of employment.   

If the position accepted includes a driver license (commercial or non-commercial) Job Requirement, the City of Oklahoma City will obtain a Motor Vehicle Report for internal and external applicants. 

If the position accepted is safety sensitive and/or a driving position, internal and external applicants will be provided a copy of the City of Oklahoma City's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy prior to being directed for a drug test.  A copy is also available at the links below:  

HRB 25-01 Drug and Alcohol Testing Procedure    

If the position accepted is cyber security sensitive, internal and external applicants will be subject to a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Interstate Identification Index (III) Fingerprint Background check. Additionally, employees in this job classification must complete Level 4 Security Awareness Training and pass an online certification test.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

If you require reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process, please notify one of the Human Resources Department Representatives by calling 405-297-2530. The City of Oklahoma City will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, actual or perceived sexual orientation, and gender identity and/or expression), national origin, age, disability (mental or physical) and genetic information (including family medical history).

About Us

Oklahoma City is one of the fastest-growing metros in the United States and is the 20th largest city in the nation. For nearly two decades our residents have continually invested in our community to make it a place people can find belonging, visit and call home. Our employees are at the heart of those investments–delivering essential services our residents expect and creating a strong and thriving city for all people. Visit Oklahoma City--A Great Place to Live and Work! to learn more about our city.