Staff Attorney

OU Procurement is seeking a professional, highly motivated Staff Attorney team member to join the Procurement leadership group. This is a fast paced environment that services all 3 University campuses as it pertains to procurement contracting, negotiation, legal review and more.

Attorneys in the Procurement office will negotiate contracts for real estate, construction, cloud-computing, information technology, and other large expenditures Draft contracts for real estate, construction, cloud-computing, information technology, and / or large expenditures. Coordinate large projects with multiple stakeholders. Interact with administrative agencies. Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Education: Doctorate Degree AND:

• 3 - 7 years of legal practice experience

Skills :

• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong initiative to solve problems
• Ability to work well with interdepartmental teams and initiatives
• Ability to identify and calibrate risks associated with various courses of action. Support actions related to institutional goals
• Ability to approach situations analytically, factually, and to see creative solutions
• Flexibility and comfort in dealing with evolving priorities and nuanced situations involving a variety of stakeholders
• Ability to engage internal and external stakeholders in a manner that promotes legal compliance, fosters appreciation of and respect for the rule of law, builds productive relationships. Creates alignment with the goals of the University
• Openness to collaborating with academic and administrative leaders. Ability to build consensus to address challenges and opportunities
• Ability to speak, read and write clear, concise English
• Ability to accurately read and understand written materials and instructions
• Advanced computer skills with wide knowledge of business software
• Read and understand complex written materials such as blueprints, metrics or technical manuals
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines
• Able to produce reports and complete work within deadlines
• Must be able to read and interpret policy as well as State and Federal regulations
• Able to effectively evaluate projects/programs and produce comprehensive reports
• Must have advanced/proficient/writing skills for composing audits, reports and advisories

Certifications :

• License to practice law in Oklahoma (and be in good standing), or anticipate to be licensed in the State of Oklahoma within six (6) months. Valid Drivers License.

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to engage in repetitive motions and communicate.

Departmental Preferences:

• Familiarity with real estate and construction law
• Familiarity with information technology matters
• Experience negotiating and drafting contracts for large projects and/or expenditures

Supervision: No Supervisory Duties

Special Instructions:
If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing

Required Attachments

Documents required for this position are listed under the "Required Attachments" section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.

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