Deputy County Counsel II/III

Summary

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the positions of Deputy County Counsel II/III in the Office of County Counsel. Under the direction of the County Counsel and Chief Deputy County Counsel, attorneys in this series perform professional legal work by preparing and trying civil cases and providing legal counsel and assistance to the County, it's officers, associated boards and commissions, as well as outside agencies; assist departments in interpreting regulations on a wide range of topics; represent officers and employees in litigation; and perform duties as assigned. The Deputy County Counsel I/II/III classification is flexibly staffed and depending on background and experience, may be filled directly at the Deputy County Counsel II or III level. Involvement in formal litigation and discretionary authority increases as the incumbent progresses through the various levels.Job Description URL: County/Human Resources and Organiz…Job PDF: DEPUTY CO CO II-III Job Flyer_August 2023_Updated OUF.pdfIdeal CandidateThe ideal candidate will have a desire to work in a small collegial public law office environment that emphasizes a collaborative work environment. The successful candidate will possess a strong legal background accompanied by the technical and professional expertise to work closely with clients in developing viable solutions. The ability to effectively communicate complex concepts both verbally and in writing is essential. Seeking candidates with public law experience in Land Use, Public Contracting and Juvenile Dependency.QualificationsLevel II: Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited school of law and two years of experience in the practice of law.Level III: Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited school of law and three years of experience in the practice of law.Preferred:Additional years of professional experience as an attorney in the practice of civil law in the State of California.Special RequirementsSpecial Requirements: Minimally qualified applicants are required to successfully pass a detailed background investigation which may include Live Scan fingerprinting, and must provide a DMV print out prior to hire. The selected applicant must obtain a valid California Class C Driver's license within ten days of employment and maintain throughout employment, file statements of economic interest, possess and maintain active membership (in good standing) in the State Bar of California and remain active with all California Bar Annual requirements, and perform disaster services activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the positions of Deputy County Counsel II/III in the Office of County Counsel. Under the direction of the County Counsel and Chief Deputy County Counsel, attorneys in this series perform professional legal work by preparing and trying civil cases and providing legal counsel and assistance to the County, it's officers, associated boards and commissions, as well as outside agencies; assist departments in interpreting regulations on a wide range of topics; represent officers and employees in litigation; and perform duties as assigned. The Deputy County Counsel I/II/III classification is flexibly staffed and depending on background and experience, may be filled directly at the Deputy County Counsel II or III level. Involvement in formal litigation and discretionary authority increases as the incumbent progresses through the various levels.Job Description URL: County/Human Resources and Organiz…Job PDF: DEPUTY CO CO II-III Job Flyer_August 2023_Updated OUF.pdfIdeal CandidateThe ideal candidate will have a desire to work in a small collegial public law office environment that emphasizes a collaborative work environment. The successful candidate will possess a strong legal background accompanied by the technical and professional expertise to work closely with clients in developing viable solutions. The ability to effectively communicate complex concepts both verbally and in writing is essential. Seeking candidates with public law experience in Land Use, Public Contracting and Juvenile Dependency.QualificationsLevel II: Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited school of law and two years of experience in the practice of law.Level III: Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited school of law and three years of experience in the practice of law.Preferred:Additional years of professional experience as an attorney in the practice of civil law in the State of California.Special RequirementsSpecial Requirements: Minimally qualified applicants are required to successfully pass a detailed background investigation which may include Live Scan fingerprinting, and must provide a DMV print out prior to hire. The selected applicant must obtain a valid California Class C Driver's license within ten days of employment and maintain throughout employment, file statements of economic interest, possess and maintain active membership (in good standing) in the State Bar of California and remain active with all California Bar Annual requirements, and perform disaster services activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.#J-18808-Ljbffr