DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY I-II (HARBOR DIVISION)

DESCRIPTION

The Long Beach City Attorney seeks to employ a full-time staff attorney with strong transactional skills with an emphasis on real estate matters to work in the Harbor Division under the direction of the City Attorney. A minimum of three years' experience in public or private law work is required. Useful background, beyond real estate expertise, would include some combination of experience in energy and utility law, municipal and public law, contracts, permits, labor state and federal grants, construction, and/or rail law recognizing that the attorney might have considerable depth in one area and no experience in another area.

SPECIAL NOTE:

This is an "at-will" position. The appointed candidate will serve at the discretion of the City Attorney and can be terminated at any time.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Provide legal research, advice, and draft a broad range of municipal and commercial contracts such as professional services agreements, equipment/materials sales and services agreements, leases, permits, purchase and sale documents, and grant documents.
• Provide the Harbor Department/Port of Long Beach with legal advice and opinions regarding State and Federal law.
• Provide advice regarding contract, construction, rail, and environmental disputes.
• Work with public finance counsel on bond and finance transactions.
• Draft a variety of municipal ordinances and resolutions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL DEMONSTRATE:

• Relevant substantive law experience.
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle a wide range of transactional matters with serious attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and ensure timely completion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Windows 10.
• Ability to interact professionally with all levels of personnel.
• Strong work ethic, professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in an environment of representing a large municipal department run as an enterprise focused on delivering results and managing expenses.
• BENEFITS:
  
  The City offers an attractive benefits package that includes the following:
  
  • Retirement - City offers CalPERS with a benefit of 2.5% @ 55 for Classic members or 2% at 62 for new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the limitations set by PERS. Employee pays the employee portion. The City also participates in Social Security.
  • Vacation - Twelve (12) days after one year of service; 15 days after 4½ years of service; 20 days after 19½ years of service. Use of vacation days after 6 months of service.
  • Executive Leave - Forty (40) hours per year.
  • Sick Leave - Ninety-six (96) hours or twelve (12) days per year, with unlimited accrual; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits.
  • Paid Parental Leave - After six (6) months of City employment, up to 30 calendar days (160 hours) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).
  • Holidays - Eleven (11) designated holidays per year plus four (4) personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion.
  • Health Insurance - Two medical plans are available: HMO or PPO. The City pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/dental plan selected.
  • Dental Insurance - Two dental plans are available for employees and dependents: HMO or PPO.
  • Vision - Comprehensive exams covered every 12 months with discounts on exams and on glasses/ contacts.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Optional election for employees to reduce taxable income for payment of allowable childcare or medical expenses.
  • Life Insurance - City-paid term life insurance policy.
  • Disability - City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Management Physical - Annual City-paid physical examination.
  • Deferred Compensation 457(b) Plan - City contributes $250.00 a month to a supplementary retirement savings program available through Mission Square.
  • Bereavement Leave - Permanent Full-Time employees shall be eligible for up to Five (5) paid bereavement leave days per eligible family member death or critical illness (where death appears imminent), with a maximum of three (3) paid occurrences in a calendar year (up to 15 maximum paid days).
  • Monthly Transportation Allowance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness - May be eligible.
  • Alternate Work Schedule - 9/80 (Alternate Fridays off).
  • Hybrid Work Program -Combination of in-office and telecommuting.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• A member of the California State Bar in good standing with no prior history of discipline.
• Three years of legal experience working as an attorney.
• A valid California Class C driver's license.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This recruitment closes on Monday, October 20, 2025. To be considered, applicants must submit a complete application packet which includes an online application, supplemental questionnaire, proof of degree(s), and a cover letter and resume in PDF format. The application, cover letter and resume should highlight all areas in which applicants have developed expertise, matching their professional experience as it relates to the position. Incomplete application packets that clearly do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered. The most qualified applicants will be invited to continue in the selection process.

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act .

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-2200. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Office of the City Attorney two (2) business days prior to the interview(s) at (562) 570-2200.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you have questions about this recruitment, please email cityattorney@longbeach.gov. For technical support with governmentjobs.com application, contact (855) 524-5627.

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Closing Date/Time: 10/20/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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