CITY OF INGLEWOOD, CA
Inglewood, California, United States
Under general supervision, provides legal advice and assistance to the City Council, Departments, City Administration, and various boards and commissions. The below list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. TASKS Represent the City Attorney's Office in various civil, criminal, and administrative proceedings; Perform legal research, writing, and provide opinions on criminal and civil matters current law; Prepare and review draft ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases, and other legal documents and prepares legal opinions for the City; Acts as the City Attorney's liaison with outside counsel in investigating major claims and lawsuits against the City; May assist in the training of and provide technical and legal guidance to Deputy City Attorneys; Assists and respond to citizen complaints and requests for information; Support other staff attorneys by providing trial advice, encouraging site inspections, and reviewing insurance coverage; Provide legal advice to the City Council and various City Boards, Commissions, and departments. QUALIFICATIONS: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited college and university AND a minimum of four (4) years of experience in municipal law. Must possess at the time of application and maintain a valid license from the State Bar of California and a valid California Driver's License. KNOWLEDGEABLE OF applicable City, county, state, and Federal statutes, rules, ordinances, codes, and regulations governing municipal law, judicial procedures, rules of evidence and methods of legal research, City and Department policies and procedures; SKILLED IN understanding and interpreting laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines preparing court documents and legal opinions, gathering, analyzing, and organizing facts and evidence, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with both internal and external customers; ABILITY TO prepare well-organized and accurate documents such as reports, memos, and correspondence; synthesize ideas and factual information into clear and logical written statements, respond quickly to changing situations, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, work with conflicting and competing deadlines to complete projects; identify, analyze, and implement solutions to complex problems, provide and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain productive working relationships; PROFICIENT IN using work-related computer applications, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, the internet, and other electronic applications and devices to perform essential job duties. THE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants whose experience best meets the city's needs will be invited to participate in the examination for this position. Candidates must have access to a computer with internet, video, and audio capabilities to participate in our examination process. The examination may consist of one or more of the following: (1) Training & Experience Evaluation, (2) Writing Exercise, and (3) Qualifications Appraisal Interview with a panel of subject matter experts. Candidates must receive a score of 70 or higher to have their names placed on the active eligibility list for one year. The top three ranks on the Eligibility List will have their application materials forwarded to the hiring authority for a selection interview. The City of Inglewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate by age, sex, race, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap status in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. Special Requirements Please submit a copy of your valid California Bar Association Certification (Card). Resumes are accepted but not in place of the online application. All additional application materials must be in pdf format and emailed to human_resources@cityofinglewood.org with Bar Cards. |0|hiddenField| Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
May 08, 2023
Full Time
Under general supervision, provides legal advice and assistance to the City Council, Departments, City Administration, and various boards and commissions. The below list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. TASKS Represent the City Attorney's Office in various civil, criminal, and administrative proceedings; Perform legal research, writing, and provide opinions on criminal and civil matters current law; Prepare and review draft ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases, and other legal documents and prepares legal opinions for the City; Acts as the City Attorney's liaison with outside counsel in investigating major claims and lawsuits against the City; May assist in the training of and provide technical and legal guidance to Deputy City Attorneys; Assists and respond to citizen complaints and requests for information; Support other staff attorneys by providing trial advice, encouraging site inspections, and reviewing insurance coverage; Provide legal advice to the City Council and various City Boards, Commissions, and departments. QUALIFICATIONS: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited college and university AND a minimum of four (4) years of experience in municipal law. Must possess at the time of application and maintain a valid license from the State Bar of California and a valid California Driver's License. KNOWLEDGEABLE OF applicable City, county, state, and Federal statutes, rules, ordinances, codes, and regulations governing municipal law, judicial procedures, rules of evidence and methods of legal research, City and Department policies and procedures; SKILLED IN understanding and interpreting laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines preparing court documents and legal opinions, gathering, analyzing, and organizing facts and evidence, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with both internal and external customers; ABILITY TO prepare well-organized and accurate documents such as reports, memos, and correspondence; synthesize ideas and factual information into clear and logical written statements, respond quickly to changing situations, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, work with conflicting and competing deadlines to complete projects; identify, analyze, and implement solutions to complex problems, provide and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain productive working relationships; PROFICIENT IN using work-related computer applications, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, the internet, and other electronic applications and devices to perform essential job duties. THE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants whose experience best meets the city's needs will be invited to participate in the examination for this position. Candidates must have access to a computer with internet, video, and audio capabilities to participate in our examination process. The examination may consist of one or more of the following: (1) Training & Experience Evaluation, (2) Writing Exercise, and (3) Qualifications Appraisal Interview with a panel of subject matter experts. Candidates must receive a score of 70 or higher to have their names placed on the active eligibility list for one year. The top three ranks on the Eligibility List will have their application materials forwarded to the hiring authority for a selection interview. The City of Inglewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate by age, sex, race, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap status in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. Special Requirements Please submit a copy of your valid California Bar Association Certification (Card). Resumes are accepted but not in place of the online application. All additional application materials must be in pdf format and emailed to human_resources@cityofinglewood.org with Bar Cards. |0|hiddenField| Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
City of Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
POSITION SUMMARY The City of Fort Lauderdale City Attorney’s Office is seeking a candidate for an entry-level Assistant City Attorney I position, as a recent law school graduate or with minimal experience for work in local government/municipal law, initially with the assistance of an experienced attorney with progression to handling duties independently. This position provides legal assistance to the City Attorney's Office advising City Commission, the City Manager's Office, department-level management and staff on a variety of legal issues. Examples of work include the review and drafting of transactional agreements and contracts, review of public records requests, clarifies and responds to questions regarding code of ethics issues, and other municipal legal work involving a wide variety of legal issues and projects. The candidate must be admitted to practice law in the State of Florida. Please submit a writing sample, resume, and cover letter to Maureen Richards, Law Office Manager, at mrichards@fortlauderdale.gov . NOTE: See Special Instructions on how to apply below. This position will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option, and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS. Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan! That's right! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale! Please visit www.fortlauderdale.gov/PublicServiceLoanForgiveness for more information or to see if you qualify. This job classification is in Management Category III for benefits purposes, which includes Six (6) additional management vacation days per calendar year and a monthly vehicle allowance of $250.00. This is a non-classified "at-will" position and is not subject to Civil Service Rules or any collective bargaining agreement. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position. Performs professional civil municipal legal work involving a wide variety of legal issues, cases and projects. Works independently on legal matters and will work with more experienced attorneys on more complex legal matters. Knowledge of general municipal law bearing on City code of ethics, public records requests, ability to draft and review agreements (initially with the assistance of an experienced attorney with progression to handling these duties independently) and the ability to provide City Departments with legal advice. Performs legal research and skilled in legal writing. Performs related work as required. JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS : Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school. License to practice law in the State of Florida in accordance with the Florida Bar Association. PREFERENCES : 1. Knowledge of constitutional, federal, state, and local laws affecting municipal government. 2. Ability to analyze data, identify trends and recommend solutions is highly desirable. 3. Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving abilities. 4. Strong legal research and writing skills. 5. One (1) or more years of increasingly responsible experience in city or related government law, including trial experience. Special Requirements : Non-Essential Employees will not be required to work during a declared emergency but may be required to work in some capacity after the declared emergency. The employee’s Department Head will determine when the employee will be required to work. PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time, but may walk or stand for brief periods of time. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work Environment Frequency Working in Designated Environment Office or similar indoor environment Frequently or Often Outdoor environment Seldom or Never Street environment (near moving traffic) Seldom or Never Construction site Seldom or Never Confined Space Seldom or Never In the community (homes, businesses, etc.) Seldom or Never Lab Seldom or Never Warehouse environment Seldom or Never HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION Special Instructions to Apply: To be considered for this position you must submit a writing sample, resume, and cover letter directly to Maureen Richards, Law Office Manager, at mrichards@fortlauderdale.gov . The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Click here for an overview of employment informationincluding our benefits package and click here for additional managementbenefits. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 23, 2023
Full Time
POSITION SUMMARY The City of Fort Lauderdale City Attorney’s Office is seeking a candidate for an entry-level Assistant City Attorney I position, as a recent law school graduate or with minimal experience for work in local government/municipal law, initially with the assistance of an experienced attorney with progression to handling duties independently. This position provides legal assistance to the City Attorney's Office advising City Commission, the City Manager's Office, department-level management and staff on a variety of legal issues. Examples of work include the review and drafting of transactional agreements and contracts, review of public records requests, clarifies and responds to questions regarding code of ethics issues, and other municipal legal work involving a wide variety of legal issues and projects. The candidate must be admitted to practice law in the State of Florida. Please submit a writing sample, resume, and cover letter to Maureen Richards, Law Office Manager, at mrichards@fortlauderdale.gov . NOTE: See Special Instructions on how to apply below. This position will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option, and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS. Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan! That's right! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) program, the remaining balance on your student loan may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time at the City of Fort Lauderdale! Please visit www.fortlauderdale.gov/PublicServiceLoanForgiveness for more information or to see if you qualify. This job classification is in Management Category III for benefits purposes, which includes Six (6) additional management vacation days per calendar year and a monthly vehicle allowance of $250.00. This is a non-classified "at-will" position and is not subject to Civil Service Rules or any collective bargaining agreement. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position. Performs professional civil municipal legal work involving a wide variety of legal issues, cases and projects. Works independently on legal matters and will work with more experienced attorneys on more complex legal matters. Knowledge of general municipal law bearing on City code of ethics, public records requests, ability to draft and review agreements (initially with the assistance of an experienced attorney with progression to handling these duties independently) and the ability to provide City Departments with legal advice. Performs legal research and skilled in legal writing. Performs related work as required. JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS : Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school. License to practice law in the State of Florida in accordance with the Florida Bar Association. PREFERENCES : 1. Knowledge of constitutional, federal, state, and local laws affecting municipal government. 2. Ability to analyze data, identify trends and recommend solutions is highly desirable. 3. Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving abilities. 4. Strong legal research and writing skills. 5. One (1) or more years of increasingly responsible experience in city or related government law, including trial experience. Special Requirements : Non-Essential Employees will not be required to work during a declared emergency but may be required to work in some capacity after the declared emergency. The employee’s Department Head will determine when the employee will be required to work. PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time, but may walk or stand for brief periods of time. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work Environment Frequency Working in Designated Environment Office or similar indoor environment Frequently or Often Outdoor environment Seldom or Never Street environment (near moving traffic) Seldom or Never Construction site Seldom or Never Confined Space Seldom or Never In the community (homes, businesses, etc.) Seldom or Never Lab Seldom or Never Warehouse environment Seldom or Never HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATION Special Instructions to Apply: To be considered for this position you must submit a writing sample, resume, and cover letter directly to Maureen Richards, Law Office Manager, at mrichards@fortlauderdale.gov . The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Click here for an overview of employment informationincluding our benefits package and click here for additional managementbenefits. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, TX, United States
Pay Range: $77,480 Job Posting Closing on: Friday, June 2, 2023 Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, Professional Development Opportunities, and much more. The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of nearly 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability. The Fort Worth City Attorney’s Office is a collegial team of legal professionals providing excellent legal service to the City of Fort Worth. As an in-house legal department, we practice in a wide range of civil and criminal law on behalf of and for the City, including general counsel, litigation, and prosecutorial areas. Local government is the form of government that is closest to the people and working for a well-managed city like Fort Worth gives meaning and purpose as you see the direct and positive impact your legal work has on improving the community. The City Attorney’s Office places strong emphasis on mentorship and career development and the majority of our attorneys receive in-house training for their positions. We highly value diversity and work life balance and we view our office as a work family, consistently striving to be a respectful and supportive work place with a great culture. This position, Assistant City Attorney/Prosecutor, is where most of the attorneys in our office began their tenure at the City Attorney’s Office and is a stepping stone into other positions within the office with a broader legal practice, providing opportunity for growth. This position provides for immediate trial experience, both judicial and jury, in a low stress environment and is usually confined to regular business hours. Minimum Qualifications : Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school with no experience required. Possession of a license from the Supreme Court of Texas to practice law is required at the time of hiring. Preferred Qualifications : Municipal law experience. The Assistant City Attorney/Prosecutor job responsibilities include : Prosecute State and local criminal offenses in the city’s municipal courts, conducting case screening and evaluation, case preparation, pre-trial hearings, case-in-chief presentations, appeals and other post-judgment requirements. Advise City departments and prepare legal opinions on class “C” misdemeanor prosecution matters. Prepare and review City Code ordinances carrying class “C” misdemeanor prosecution consequences. Negotiate appropriate settlements of municipal court cases with attorney representatives and unrepresented defendants. Represent City departments in litigation and administrative hearings in courts other than the City’s municipal courts when connected with class “C” misdemeanor prosecution. Conducts review of legal documents, including public information requests, subpoenas, discovery, contracts, grant agreements, letters, motions, briefs and correspondence. Conducts research, analysis, and writing to draft legal opinions for assigned legal issues or case areas; utilizes a variety of resources for research, including computerized legal data bases and reference materials; and determines whether information is pertinent and relevant to specific issue or case. Working Conditions Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A Misdemeanor Conviction, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions in the last 10 years, Class A Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication in the last 10 years, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and ALL Family Violence Convictions regardless of class. Conditions of Employment The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non-merit factor. The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. Candidates who do not meet the Education requirement, may be considered if they have more relevant work experience than the position requires. Those selected for employment will be required to pass Pre-Employment checks depending on the position requirements. Those could include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees are paid by direct deposit only.
May 20, 2023
Full Time
Pay Range: $77,480 Job Posting Closing on: Friday, June 2, 2023 Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, Professional Development Opportunities, and much more. The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of nearly 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability. The Fort Worth City Attorney’s Office is a collegial team of legal professionals providing excellent legal service to the City of Fort Worth. As an in-house legal department, we practice in a wide range of civil and criminal law on behalf of and for the City, including general counsel, litigation, and prosecutorial areas. Local government is the form of government that is closest to the people and working for a well-managed city like Fort Worth gives meaning and purpose as you see the direct and positive impact your legal work has on improving the community. The City Attorney’s Office places strong emphasis on mentorship and career development and the majority of our attorneys receive in-house training for their positions. We highly value diversity and work life balance and we view our office as a work family, consistently striving to be a respectful and supportive work place with a great culture. This position, Assistant City Attorney/Prosecutor, is where most of the attorneys in our office began their tenure at the City Attorney’s Office and is a stepping stone into other positions within the office with a broader legal practice, providing opportunity for growth. This position provides for immediate trial experience, both judicial and jury, in a low stress environment and is usually confined to regular business hours. Minimum Qualifications : Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school with no experience required. Possession of a license from the Supreme Court of Texas to practice law is required at the time of hiring. Preferred Qualifications : Municipal law experience. The Assistant City Attorney/Prosecutor job responsibilities include : Prosecute State and local criminal offenses in the city’s municipal courts, conducting case screening and evaluation, case preparation, pre-trial hearings, case-in-chief presentations, appeals and other post-judgment requirements. Advise City departments and prepare legal opinions on class “C” misdemeanor prosecution matters. Prepare and review City Code ordinances carrying class “C” misdemeanor prosecution consequences. Negotiate appropriate settlements of municipal court cases with attorney representatives and unrepresented defendants. Represent City departments in litigation and administrative hearings in courts other than the City’s municipal courts when connected with class “C” misdemeanor prosecution. Conducts review of legal documents, including public information requests, subpoenas, discovery, contracts, grant agreements, letters, motions, briefs and correspondence. Conducts research, analysis, and writing to draft legal opinions for assigned legal issues or case areas; utilizes a variety of resources for research, including computerized legal data bases and reference materials; and determines whether information is pertinent and relevant to specific issue or case. Working Conditions Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A Misdemeanor Conviction, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions in the last 10 years, Class A Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication in the last 10 years, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and ALL Family Violence Convictions regardless of class. Conditions of Employment The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non-merit factor. The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. Candidates who do not meet the Education requirement, may be considered if they have more relevant work experience than the position requires. Those selected for employment will be required to pass Pre-Employment checks depending on the position requirements. Those could include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees are paid by direct deposit only.
Requirements MOS Code: 2505 (Navy) Education and Experience : Law Degree Licenses and Certificates : Texas Bar License General Purpose Under direction, perform a variety of legal duties supporting the City Attorney's Office (CAO). Typical Duties Serve as legal advisor to City officials, management and staff as assigned by the City Attorney. Involves: Prepare and review opinions, contracts, resolutions, ordinances, regulations, leases, licenses, public communications, policies and procedures, and a wide variety of other legal documents. Conduct legal research on municipal issues and present recommendations and solutions to minimize risk and safeguard the City's operations to City management, staff and City Council. Receive and review claims and lawsuits filed against the City; assist and represent the City in its defense. Prepare and draft a variety of correspondence including letters, memos and pleadings regarding litigation, settlements, plea bargains and negotiations. Prepare for and participate in court proceedings, including hearings, mediation and trials; arrange for and attend depositions; prosecute municipal court cases. Attend and participate in meetings for, and provide legal support and advice to, City commissions, committees and boards. Serve as liaison between outside counsel and the CAO for specialized legal matters. Read, edit and research staff reports for City Council. Monitor changes and trends in legislation covering municipal regulations, real property and risk management issues, and civil and criminal laws; evaluate legislative impact on City and CAO operations, and recommend operational, procedural and policy improvements. Assist City departments to develop and/or amend policies and procedures to maintain legal compliance. Represent the City in negotiating legal issues; assure that legal issues are resolved within City policy guidelines; assure effective communication of legal issues with the City Attorney and City principals. Review and respond to open records requests pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act. Support the relationship between the City of El Paso and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; promote the City goals and priorities. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Perform other legal duties as required or assigned. Prosecute actions in Municipal Court. Involves: represent the City in the prosecution of violations of City of El Paso ordinances and Class C misdemeanors. Perform municipal court legal duties as required or assigned. Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide for training and development, enforce personnel rules and regulations, and work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. The above-referenced duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. General Information Interested candidates must attach a cover letter and resume with their application. For a complete job specification, click here. Please note: This is an unclassified, contract position. Note: This is a new advertisement for Assistant City Attorney I. You must apply if you are still interested in the position. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 05, 2022
Full Time
Requirements MOS Code: 2505 (Navy) Education and Experience : Law Degree Licenses and Certificates : Texas Bar License General Purpose Under direction, perform a variety of legal duties supporting the City Attorney's Office (CAO). Typical Duties Serve as legal advisor to City officials, management and staff as assigned by the City Attorney. Involves: Prepare and review opinions, contracts, resolutions, ordinances, regulations, leases, licenses, public communications, policies and procedures, and a wide variety of other legal documents. Conduct legal research on municipal issues and present recommendations and solutions to minimize risk and safeguard the City's operations to City management, staff and City Council. Receive and review claims and lawsuits filed against the City; assist and represent the City in its defense. Prepare and draft a variety of correspondence including letters, memos and pleadings regarding litigation, settlements, plea bargains and negotiations. Prepare for and participate in court proceedings, including hearings, mediation and trials; arrange for and attend depositions; prosecute municipal court cases. Attend and participate in meetings for, and provide legal support and advice to, City commissions, committees and boards. Serve as liaison between outside counsel and the CAO for specialized legal matters. Read, edit and research staff reports for City Council. Monitor changes and trends in legislation covering municipal regulations, real property and risk management issues, and civil and criminal laws; evaluate legislative impact on City and CAO operations, and recommend operational, procedural and policy improvements. Assist City departments to develop and/or amend policies and procedures to maintain legal compliance. Represent the City in negotiating legal issues; assure that legal issues are resolved within City policy guidelines; assure effective communication of legal issues with the City Attorney and City principals. Review and respond to open records requests pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act. Support the relationship between the City of El Paso and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; promote the City goals and priorities. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Perform other legal duties as required or assigned. Prosecute actions in Municipal Court. Involves: represent the City in the prosecution of violations of City of El Paso ordinances and Class C misdemeanors. Perform municipal court legal duties as required or assigned. Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide for training and development, enforce personnel rules and regulations, and work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. The above-referenced duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. General Information Interested candidates must attach a cover letter and resume with their application. For a complete job specification, click here. Please note: This is an unclassified, contract position. Note: This is a new advertisement for Assistant City Attorney I. You must apply if you are still interested in the position. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CITY OF SANTA ANA, CA
Santa Ana, California, United States
Description Provides responsible legal work of varying difficulty for the City Attorney’s Office as part of the provision and supervision of all legal work for assigned departments; provides direction and counsel regarding legal matters with a specialization in employment, personnel, and labor matters within the City; represents the City in administrative and judicial proceedings; and coordinates assigned activities with City departments, City Council, various boards and commissions, and outside agencies. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is 11:59 PM on Monday, January 30th, 2023. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early. Applicants that submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline. Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To Assists with services and activities of the City Attorney’s Office; participates in the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities. Supports division programs and activities to ensure compliance with state, federal, and other regulatory agency rules, regulations, provisions, policies, and procedures. Performs legal research and interprets federal, state, county, and City charter, code, ordinances, resolutions, rules, regulations, court decisions, administrative law decisions, and other legal authority; prepares legal opinions. Conducts witness interviews and prepares pleadings, briefs, memoranda of points and authorities, writs, motions, and appeals in both civil and administrative cases. Provides legal advice to City officers and employees with a specialization in employment, personnel, and labor matters including, but not limited to, employee relations, labor relations, human resources policies and procedures, investigations, and related matters to prevent and minimize legal exposure; represents the City and its officers in personnel matters, including grievance procedures and hearings before the Personnel Board and other administrative agencies. Assists the City Council, department heads, and management by providing legal advice with a specialization in employment, personnel, and labor matters regarding legal matters, policy decisions, and personnel practices. Serves as a liaison for assigned departments and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive issues; attends meetings, conferences, and planning sessions to serve as the legal representative for City departments. Serves as staff on City Council meetings and boards and commissions; provides written and oral legal advice to City Council, members of boards and commissions, and City management and employees. Makes court appearances and represents the City, its officials, and its employees in litigation in state and federal courts, boards, administrative agencies, and commissions; prepares pleadings, discovery, briefs, motions, and other documents in preparation and trial of cases. Represents the City in mediation, arbitration, administrative hearings, and judicial proceedings. Prepares, drafts, and reviews a variety of complex legal documents, including contracts, agreements, ordinances, and resolutions. Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; and implements discipline and termination procedures. Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan of assigned department activities; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; monitors work flow; and reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures. Stays current with proposed and new legislation; analyzes, communicates, and provides advice and recommendations to the City Attorney and City staff; and reviews and updates rules and regulations necessary for municipal compliance with state and federal laws. Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints. Provides responsible staff assistance to the City Attorney; and prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence. May provide assistance in the development and administration of assigned annual budgets. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the practice of law with an emphasis on employment, personnel, and labor matters, including three (3) years of legal experience in or on behalf of municipal, county, or state government and one (1) year of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity. A Juris Doctor Degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. Experience and education must provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Advanced legal principles and practices, including civil, criminal, municipal, constitutional, and administrative law and procedures; organization and operating procedures of a municipal attorney's office; methods of legal research; ordinances, statutes, and court decisions relating to municipalities; established precedents and sources of legal reference applicable to municipal activities; judicial procedures and rules of evidence; pertinent federal, state, and local public sector administration laws, codes, and regulations; employee relations; labor relations; principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation; program development and administration; municipal budgetary processes and controls; methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, and applicable quantitative methods; principles and practices of public administration; business English, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; legal writing; basic mathematical calculations, statistics, and statistical methods; research methods and techniques; report preparation; record management practices and procedures; effective customer service techniques; modern office procedures, methods, and equipment; and applications related to work. Skill in: The use of a personal computer and business software applications, such as Microsoft Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Excel; the operation of modern office equipment; written, verbal, and interpersonal communication; and dealing effectively with employees and the public with tact and discretion. Ability to: Perform and administer all phases of City legal work; select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff; recommend, implement, and evaluate goals, objectives, programs, projects, policies, and procedures; understand, interpret, and apply Citywide and departmental codes, policies, and procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations; oversee and perform difficult and complex legal work; effectively apply legal knowledge and principles in legal proceedings; research and compile data on a variety of legal cases to resolve legal problems; prepare clear and concise legal documents; research, draft, review, and negotiate complex legal agreements, pleadings, contracts, and settlements; present statements of law, fact, and argument clearly and logically; participate in the preparation and administration of assigned budgets; research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques; maintain confidentiality of private or sensitive information; plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines; complete work assignments timely; prepare clear and concise correspondence and other written materials for targeted audiences; use sound judgement to analyze and propose solutions to problems; maintain appropriate, accurate, and effective recordkeeping; perform complex arithmetic and basic statistical calculations accurately; operate office equipment, including computer equipment and office software applications; communicate tactfully, clearly, and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, the public, and those contacted in the scope of work. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must be an active member in good standing of the State Bar of California. Possession and retention of a valid California Class “C” Driver’s License is a condition of continued employment in this job classification. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives administrative direction from the City Attorney and other management staff. Exercises direct supervision over management, professional, technical, and clerical staff. WORKING CONDITIONS Environmental Conditions: Work is generally performed in a standard office setting. Occasional travel to different sites is required. Physical Conditions: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, and walk; to lift and carry up to twenty (20) pounds; push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination, including the use of a computer keyboard; and to utilize sight, hearing, speaking, reading, writing, and math ability to exchange information. Selection Process All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide. This is a non-Civil Service position. Applications will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department and City Attorney's Office. Those applicants possessing the most pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include: Oral Interview Examination (Weight of 100%) : Will evaluate the candidates' experience, training, education and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job. The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation. This group is unrepresented, but the benefits mirror those of Middle Management in the Santa Ana Management Association (SAMA). Please visit the following website to view the summary of comprehensive benefits! Summary of Benefits (under SAMA) NOTE: A more complete set of specifications for this classification may be found on the City's website or on file in the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The types and levels of employee benefits provided, including City contribution toward benefit costs, are subject to change as a result of periodic contract settlements between recognized employee associations and the City of Santa Ana. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jan 12, 2023
Full Time
Description Provides responsible legal work of varying difficulty for the City Attorney’s Office as part of the provision and supervision of all legal work for assigned departments; provides direction and counsel regarding legal matters with a specialization in employment, personnel, and labor matters within the City; represents the City in administrative and judicial proceedings; and coordinates assigned activities with City departments, City Council, various boards and commissions, and outside agencies. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is 11:59 PM on Monday, January 30th, 2023. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early. Applicants that submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline. Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To Assists with services and activities of the City Attorney’s Office; participates in the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities. Supports division programs and activities to ensure compliance with state, federal, and other regulatory agency rules, regulations, provisions, policies, and procedures. Performs legal research and interprets federal, state, county, and City charter, code, ordinances, resolutions, rules, regulations, court decisions, administrative law decisions, and other legal authority; prepares legal opinions. Conducts witness interviews and prepares pleadings, briefs, memoranda of points and authorities, writs, motions, and appeals in both civil and administrative cases. Provides legal advice to City officers and employees with a specialization in employment, personnel, and labor matters including, but not limited to, employee relations, labor relations, human resources policies and procedures, investigations, and related matters to prevent and minimize legal exposure; represents the City and its officers in personnel matters, including grievance procedures and hearings before the Personnel Board and other administrative agencies. Assists the City Council, department heads, and management by providing legal advice with a specialization in employment, personnel, and labor matters regarding legal matters, policy decisions, and personnel practices. Serves as a liaison for assigned departments and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive issues; attends meetings, conferences, and planning sessions to serve as the legal representative for City departments. Serves as staff on City Council meetings and boards and commissions; provides written and oral legal advice to City Council, members of boards and commissions, and City management and employees. Makes court appearances and represents the City, its officials, and its employees in litigation in state and federal courts, boards, administrative agencies, and commissions; prepares pleadings, discovery, briefs, motions, and other documents in preparation and trial of cases. Represents the City in mediation, arbitration, administrative hearings, and judicial proceedings. Prepares, drafts, and reviews a variety of complex legal documents, including contracts, agreements, ordinances, and resolutions. Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; and implements discipline and termination procedures. Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan of assigned department activities; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; monitors work flow; and reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures. Stays current with proposed and new legislation; analyzes, communicates, and provides advice and recommendations to the City Attorney and City staff; and reviews and updates rules and regulations necessary for municipal compliance with state and federal laws. Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints. Provides responsible staff assistance to the City Attorney; and prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence. May provide assistance in the development and administration of assigned annual budgets. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the practice of law with an emphasis on employment, personnel, and labor matters, including three (3) years of legal experience in or on behalf of municipal, county, or state government and one (1) year of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity. A Juris Doctor Degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. Experience and education must provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Advanced legal principles and practices, including civil, criminal, municipal, constitutional, and administrative law and procedures; organization and operating procedures of a municipal attorney's office; methods of legal research; ordinances, statutes, and court decisions relating to municipalities; established precedents and sources of legal reference applicable to municipal activities; judicial procedures and rules of evidence; pertinent federal, state, and local public sector administration laws, codes, and regulations; employee relations; labor relations; principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation; program development and administration; municipal budgetary processes and controls; methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, and applicable quantitative methods; principles and practices of public administration; business English, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; legal writing; basic mathematical calculations, statistics, and statistical methods; research methods and techniques; report preparation; record management practices and procedures; effective customer service techniques; modern office procedures, methods, and equipment; and applications related to work. Skill in: The use of a personal computer and business software applications, such as Microsoft Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Excel; the operation of modern office equipment; written, verbal, and interpersonal communication; and dealing effectively with employees and the public with tact and discretion. Ability to: Perform and administer all phases of City legal work; select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff; recommend, implement, and evaluate goals, objectives, programs, projects, policies, and procedures; understand, interpret, and apply Citywide and departmental codes, policies, and procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations; oversee and perform difficult and complex legal work; effectively apply legal knowledge and principles in legal proceedings; research and compile data on a variety of legal cases to resolve legal problems; prepare clear and concise legal documents; research, draft, review, and negotiate complex legal agreements, pleadings, contracts, and settlements; present statements of law, fact, and argument clearly and logically; participate in the preparation and administration of assigned budgets; research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques; maintain confidentiality of private or sensitive information; plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines; complete work assignments timely; prepare clear and concise correspondence and other written materials for targeted audiences; use sound judgement to analyze and propose solutions to problems; maintain appropriate, accurate, and effective recordkeeping; perform complex arithmetic and basic statistical calculations accurately; operate office equipment, including computer equipment and office software applications; communicate tactfully, clearly, and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, the public, and those contacted in the scope of work. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must be an active member in good standing of the State Bar of California. Possession and retention of a valid California Class “C” Driver’s License is a condition of continued employment in this job classification. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives administrative direction from the City Attorney and other management staff. Exercises direct supervision over management, professional, technical, and clerical staff. WORKING CONDITIONS Environmental Conditions: Work is generally performed in a standard office setting. Occasional travel to different sites is required. Physical Conditions: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, and walk; to lift and carry up to twenty (20) pounds; push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination, including the use of a computer keyboard; and to utilize sight, hearing, speaking, reading, writing, and math ability to exchange information. Selection Process All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide. This is a non-Civil Service position. Applications will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department and City Attorney's Office. Those applicants possessing the most pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include: Oral Interview Examination (Weight of 100%) : Will evaluate the candidates' experience, training, education and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job. The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation. This group is unrepresented, but the benefits mirror those of Middle Management in the Santa Ana Management Association (SAMA). Please visit the following website to view the summary of comprehensive benefits! Summary of Benefits (under SAMA) NOTE: A more complete set of specifications for this classification may be found on the City's website or on file in the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The types and levels of employee benefits provided, including City contribution toward benefit costs, are subject to change as a result of periodic contract settlements between recognized employee associations and the City of Santa Ana. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Requirements MOS Code: 2505 (Navy) Education and Experience: Law Degree and four (4) years municipal law or equivalent experience. Licenses and Certificates: Texas Bar License Please note: Candidate will be assigned to work primarily on Human Resources and Employment Law items in addition to a wide variety of other legal assignments in the City Attorney's Office. Three years of experience with Human Resources and Employment law is desirable. General Purpose Under direction, perform a variety of legal duties supporting the City Attorney's Office (CAO). Typical Duties Serve as legal advisor to City officials, management and staff as assigned by the City Attorney. Involves: Prepare and review opinions, contracts, resolutions, ordinances, regulations, leases, licenses, public communications, policies and procedures, and a wide variety of other litigation documents. Conduct legal research on municipal issues and present recommendations and solutions to minimize risk and safeguard the City's operations to City management, staff and City Council. Receive and review claims and lawsuits filed against the City; assist and represent the City in its defense. Prepare and draft a variety of correspondence including letters, memos and pleadings regarding litigation, settlements, plea bargains and negotiations. Prepare for and participate in court proceedings, including hearings, mediation and trials; arrange for and attend depositions. Attend and participate in meetings for, and provide legal support and advice to, City Departments, committees and boards. Serve as liaison between outside counsel and the CAO for specialized legal matters. Involves: Read, edit and research staff reports for City Council. Monitor changes and trends in legislation covering municipal regulations, real property and risk management issues, and civil and criminal laws; evaluate legislative impact on City and CAO operations, and recommend operational, procedural and policy changes necessary due to the legislation. Assist City departments to develop and/or amend policies and procedures to maintain legal compliance. Represent the City in negotiating legal issues; assure that legal issues are resolved within City policy guidelines; assure effective communication of legal issues with the City Attorney and City principals. Review and respond to open records requests pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act. Support the relationship between the City of El Paso and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; promote the City goals and priorities. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Perform other legal duties as required or assigned. Represent the City by prosecuting violations of City ordinances and Class C misdemeanors in Municipal Court. Perform municipal court legal duties as required or assigned. Take initiative in identifying and resolving issues to provide for effective and efficient workflow and legal solutions. Involves: Provide leadership and mentorship to coworkers. Volunteer for leadership opportunities outside of regular assignments. Maintain positive, solution oriented attitude and team mentality. Develop consistent, clear and precise presentation style. Demonstrate the ability to independently manage and follow through on assignments. Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide for training and development, enforce personnel rules and regulations, and work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. The above-referenced duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth above to address business needs and changing business practices. General Information Interested candidates must attach a cover letter and resume with their application. For a complete job specification, click here. Please note: This is an unclassified, contract position. Please note: Candidate will be assigned to work primarily on Human Resources and Employment Law items in addition to a wide variety of other legal assignments in the City Attorney's Office. Three years of experience with Human Resources and Employment law is desirable. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as "See résumé" are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 26, 2023
Full Time
Requirements MOS Code: 2505 (Navy) Education and Experience: Law Degree and four (4) years municipal law or equivalent experience. Licenses and Certificates: Texas Bar License Please note: Candidate will be assigned to work primarily on Human Resources and Employment Law items in addition to a wide variety of other legal assignments in the City Attorney's Office. Three years of experience with Human Resources and Employment law is desirable. General Purpose Under direction, perform a variety of legal duties supporting the City Attorney's Office (CAO). Typical Duties Serve as legal advisor to City officials, management and staff as assigned by the City Attorney. Involves: Prepare and review opinions, contracts, resolutions, ordinances, regulations, leases, licenses, public communications, policies and procedures, and a wide variety of other litigation documents. Conduct legal research on municipal issues and present recommendations and solutions to minimize risk and safeguard the City's operations to City management, staff and City Council. Receive and review claims and lawsuits filed against the City; assist and represent the City in its defense. Prepare and draft a variety of correspondence including letters, memos and pleadings regarding litigation, settlements, plea bargains and negotiations. Prepare for and participate in court proceedings, including hearings, mediation and trials; arrange for and attend depositions. Attend and participate in meetings for, and provide legal support and advice to, City Departments, committees and boards. Serve as liaison between outside counsel and the CAO for specialized legal matters. Involves: Read, edit and research staff reports for City Council. Monitor changes and trends in legislation covering municipal regulations, real property and risk management issues, and civil and criminal laws; evaluate legislative impact on City and CAO operations, and recommend operational, procedural and policy changes necessary due to the legislation. Assist City departments to develop and/or amend policies and procedures to maintain legal compliance. Represent the City in negotiating legal issues; assure that legal issues are resolved within City policy guidelines; assure effective communication of legal issues with the City Attorney and City principals. Review and respond to open records requests pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act. Support the relationship between the City of El Paso and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; promote the City goals and priorities. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Perform other legal duties as required or assigned. Represent the City by prosecuting violations of City ordinances and Class C misdemeanors in Municipal Court. Perform municipal court legal duties as required or assigned. Take initiative in identifying and resolving issues to provide for effective and efficient workflow and legal solutions. Involves: Provide leadership and mentorship to coworkers. Volunteer for leadership opportunities outside of regular assignments. Maintain positive, solution oriented attitude and team mentality. Develop consistent, clear and precise presentation style. Demonstrate the ability to independently manage and follow through on assignments. Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide for training and development, enforce personnel rules and regulations, and work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. The above-referenced duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth above to address business needs and changing business practices. General Information Interested candidates must attach a cover letter and resume with their application. For a complete job specification, click here. Please note: This is an unclassified, contract position. Please note: Candidate will be assigned to work primarily on Human Resources and Employment Law items in addition to a wide variety of other legal assignments in the City Attorney's Office. Three years of experience with Human Resources and Employment law is desirable. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as "See résumé" are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Requirements MOS Code: 2505 (Navy) Education and Experience: Law Degree and four (4) years municipal law or equivalent experience. Licenses and Certificates: Texas Bar License General Purpose Under direction, perform a variety of legal duties supporting the City Attorney's Office (CAO). Typical Duties Serve as legal advisor to City officials, management and staff as assigned by the City Attorney. Involves: Prepare and review opinions, contracts, resolutions, ordinances, regulations, leases, licenses, public communications, policies and procedures, and a wide variety of other litigation documents. Conduct legal research on municipal issues and present recommendations and solutions to minimize risk and safeguard the City's operations to City management, staff and City Council. Receive and review claims and lawsuits filed against the City; assist and represent the City in its defense. Prepare and draft a variety of correspondence including letters, memos and pleadings regarding litigation, settlements, plea bargains and negotiations. Prepare for and participate in court proceedings, including hearings, mediation and trials; arrange for and attend depositions. Attend and participate in meetings for, and provide legal support and advice to, City Departments, committees and boards. Serve as liaison between outside counsel and the CAO for specialized legal matters. Involves: Read, edit and research staff reports for City Council. Monitor changes and trends in legislation covering municipal regulations, real property and risk management issues, and civil and criminal laws; evaluate legislative impact on City and CAO operations, and recommend operational, procedural and policy changes necessary due to the legislation. Assist City departments to develop and/or amend policies and procedures to maintain legal compliance. Represent the City in negotiating legal issues; assure that legal issues are resolved within City policy guidelines; assure effective communication of legal issues with the City Attorney and City principals. Review and respond to open records requests pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act. Support the relationship between the City of El Paso and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; promote the City goals and priorities. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Perform other legal duties as required or assigned. Represent the City by prosecuting violations of City ordinances and Class C misdemeanors in Municipal Court. Perform municipal court legal duties as required or assigned. Take initiative in identifying and resolving issues to provide for effective and efficient workflow and legal solutions. Involves: Provide leadership and mentorship to coworkers. Volunteer for leadership opportunities outside of regular assignments. Maintain positive, solution oriented attitude and team mentality. Develop consistent, clear and precise presentation style. Demonstrate the ability to independently manage and follow through on assignments. Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide for training and development, enforce personnel rules and regulations, and work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. The above-referenced duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth above to address business needs and changing business practices. General Information Interested candidates must attach a cover letter and resume with their application. For a complete job specification, click here. Please note: This is an unclassified, contract position. Please note: Candidate will be assigned to work primarily on Litigation items in addition to a wide variety of other legal assignments in the City Attorney's Office. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as "See résumé" are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Feb 17, 2023
Full Time
Requirements MOS Code: 2505 (Navy) Education and Experience: Law Degree and four (4) years municipal law or equivalent experience. Licenses and Certificates: Texas Bar License General Purpose Under direction, perform a variety of legal duties supporting the City Attorney's Office (CAO). Typical Duties Serve as legal advisor to City officials, management and staff as assigned by the City Attorney. Involves: Prepare and review opinions, contracts, resolutions, ordinances, regulations, leases, licenses, public communications, policies and procedures, and a wide variety of other litigation documents. Conduct legal research on municipal issues and present recommendations and solutions to minimize risk and safeguard the City's operations to City management, staff and City Council. Receive and review claims and lawsuits filed against the City; assist and represent the City in its defense. Prepare and draft a variety of correspondence including letters, memos and pleadings regarding litigation, settlements, plea bargains and negotiations. Prepare for and participate in court proceedings, including hearings, mediation and trials; arrange for and attend depositions. Attend and participate in meetings for, and provide legal support and advice to, City Departments, committees and boards. Serve as liaison between outside counsel and the CAO for specialized legal matters. Involves: Read, edit and research staff reports for City Council. Monitor changes and trends in legislation covering municipal regulations, real property and risk management issues, and civil and criminal laws; evaluate legislative impact on City and CAO operations, and recommend operational, procedural and policy changes necessary due to the legislation. Assist City departments to develop and/or amend policies and procedures to maintain legal compliance. Represent the City in negotiating legal issues; assure that legal issues are resolved within City policy guidelines; assure effective communication of legal issues with the City Attorney and City principals. Review and respond to open records requests pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act. Support the relationship between the City of El Paso and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; promote the City goals and priorities. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Perform other legal duties as required or assigned. Represent the City by prosecuting violations of City ordinances and Class C misdemeanors in Municipal Court. Perform municipal court legal duties as required or assigned. Take initiative in identifying and resolving issues to provide for effective and efficient workflow and legal solutions. Involves: Provide leadership and mentorship to coworkers. Volunteer for leadership opportunities outside of regular assignments. Maintain positive, solution oriented attitude and team mentality. Develop consistent, clear and precise presentation style. Demonstrate the ability to independently manage and follow through on assignments. Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide for training and development, enforce personnel rules and regulations, and work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. The above-referenced duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth above to address business needs and changing business practices. General Information Interested candidates must attach a cover letter and resume with their application. For a complete job specification, click here. Please note: This is an unclassified, contract position. Please note: Candidate will be assigned to work primarily on Litigation items in addition to a wide variety of other legal assignments in the City Attorney's Office. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as "See résumé" are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Requirements MOS Code: 2505 (Navy), 2510 (Navy), 2515 (Navy) Education and Experience: Law Degree and twelve (12) years of experience including six (6) years in municipal law. Licenses and Certificates: Texas Bar License and Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state. General Purpose Under the direction of the City Attorney and/or Deputy City Attorney, plan, coordinate, direct and/or perform complex professional and administrative legal functions on behalf of the City of El Paso. Typical Duties Provide legal advice, review and assess legal issues and documents. Involves: With minimal or no supervision, provide legal advice to senior and executive management, and elected officials, on primarily complex issues that have high political or financial impact. Review and provide legal advice on City department policies and public communications. Assist other attorneys with more or less complex assignments. Plan, coordinate, direct and/or execute the preparation of legal work. Research complex legal issues with a high level of political or financial impact. Analyze legislation and the operational impact on designated City departments. Prepare legal documents for complex matters. Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. Communicate with various City departments to clarify legal goals. Provide legal advocacy. Involves: With minimal or no supervision, act as a lead or supporting representative of the City in internal and external legal matters that have a significant political/financial impact. May assist other attorneys on more complex assignment. Represent the City on boards, in court and administrative hearings in order to protect the legal rights and interests of the City. Evaluate legal issues and recommend solutions to minimize risk and safeguard the City's operations. Manage the case preparation and resolution of litigation, negotiations, and settlements. Present case developments and offers of settlement to senior and executive management and elected officials. Support the relationship between the City of the El Paso and the public: Involves: Demonstrate courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promote City goals and priorities. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Provide substantial mentoring and training to lower level attorneys on legal issues and legal skills. Lead project teams and cross-divisional work team. Perform other job-related duties within reason and capabilities as directed. All duties are subject to reassignment by the City Attorney. Supervised assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide for training and development, enforce personnel rules and regulations, and work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. General Information Interested candidates must attach a cover letter and resume with their application. For a complete job specification, click here . Please note: This is an unclassified, contract position. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as "See résumé" are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
May 26, 2023
Full Time
Requirements MOS Code: 2505 (Navy), 2510 (Navy), 2515 (Navy) Education and Experience: Law Degree and twelve (12) years of experience including six (6) years in municipal law. Licenses and Certificates: Texas Bar License and Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state. General Purpose Under the direction of the City Attorney and/or Deputy City Attorney, plan, coordinate, direct and/or perform complex professional and administrative legal functions on behalf of the City of El Paso. Typical Duties Provide legal advice, review and assess legal issues and documents. Involves: With minimal or no supervision, provide legal advice to senior and executive management, and elected officials, on primarily complex issues that have high political or financial impact. Review and provide legal advice on City department policies and public communications. Assist other attorneys with more or less complex assignments. Plan, coordinate, direct and/or execute the preparation of legal work. Research complex legal issues with a high level of political or financial impact. Analyze legislation and the operational impact on designated City departments. Prepare legal documents for complex matters. Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. Communicate with various City departments to clarify legal goals. Provide legal advocacy. Involves: With minimal or no supervision, act as a lead or supporting representative of the City in internal and external legal matters that have a significant political/financial impact. May assist other attorneys on more complex assignment. Represent the City on boards, in court and administrative hearings in order to protect the legal rights and interests of the City. Evaluate legal issues and recommend solutions to minimize risk and safeguard the City's operations. Manage the case preparation and resolution of litigation, negotiations, and settlements. Present case developments and offers of settlement to senior and executive management and elected officials. Support the relationship between the City of the El Paso and the public: Involves: Demonstrate courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promote City goals and priorities. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Provide substantial mentoring and training to lower level attorneys on legal issues and legal skills. Lead project teams and cross-divisional work team. Perform other job-related duties within reason and capabilities as directed. All duties are subject to reassignment by the City Attorney. Supervised assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide for training and development, enforce personnel rules and regulations, and work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. General Information Interested candidates must attach a cover letter and resume with their application. For a complete job specification, click here . Please note: This is an unclassified, contract position. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as "See résumé" are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Kennewick, WA
Kennewick, WA, United States
Description CORE VALUE STATEMENT The City of Kennewick will provide excellent public service and ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community and one another through the empowerment of each employee. We value integrity, inclusiveness, stewardship, and communication. We are accountable to our community for innovative and collaborative efforts that anticipate needs, leverage resources, and deliver solutions. SAFETY STATEMENT We expect our employees to ensure compliance with all applicable safety practices and policies, including those established by OSHA/DOSH regulations and by the City's Accident Prevention Plan. This includes but is not limited to actively identifying and correcting potential hazards that may affect employee and public safety, including those identified by co-workers. Leading by example to promote a positive culture of workplace safety through everyday action; emphasizing safe completion of work throughout all aspects of developing and carrying out work plans. CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY Under general direction, enforces the Municipal Code through legal representation of the City in misdemeanor cases. Incumbent provides legal advice to police officers and various City departments; reviews reports for charging decisions; conducts case settlement negotiations; prepares cases for trial and tries cases in court. Examples of Work Performed (Illustrative Only) The following list reflects the essential job duties and responsibilities of this classification, but should not be considered all-inclusive. The incumbent will be expected to perform other related duties as assigned. Prepares cases for court by reading police reports and records, contacting witnesses, reviewing all evidence to determine the legal sufficiency to pursue cases. Plans legal strategy to ensure compliance with state law. Charges crimes and infractions, exercises discretion in the level and number of charges to file. Represents the City in court for jury and bench trials, as well as hearings involving both criminal and non-criminal cases. Negotiates settlements of criminal and non-criminal cases with attorneys and defendants to ensure the best interests of the City are served. Provides legal advice to police officers regarding City laws and legal procedures, as well as to various City departments when legal representation is necessary in District Court. Reviews drug forfeiture reports; exercises discretion in approving which matters proceed to a forfeiture hearing; litigates forfeiture matters to completion. Receives and responds to inquiries from citizens, victims, attorneys and defendants regarding City laws and policies and pending cases depending upon the nature of information (public vs. confidential). Takes further action as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned. Employment Standards This position requires a Juris Doctor degree but is otherwise an entry level position that will provide training, mentoring, and courtroom experience to the person hired. A strong interest in criminal prosecution is required. Active members of the Washington State Bar Association are preferred but individuals eligible for and awaiting admission may also be considered. Must be an active member of the Washington State Bar Association or be Rule 9 eligible and have taken the July 2022 Washington State Bar Exam. Must pass a criminal background investigation. Must maintain a level of mental and physical fitness required to perform the essential functions of this classification. Supplemental Requirements To perform the essential functions of the classification, incumbents must be able to meet the following physical requirements: must regularly talk, hear/listen, see/observe, sit, stand and walk; must regularly demonstrate fine motor skills; must occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force. WORK SCHEDULE The initial work schedule for this classification will be full-time, Monday through Friday. Early mornings, evenings and weekend work may be occasionally required. This classification is exempt under the FLSA. The benefits listed below are those currently enjoyed by full-time City of Kennewick Non-Contract employees. It is important to remember that over the course of time these benefits may change - they are not permanent. Benefits may change through City Council or administrative action or changes mandated by state and federal law. Paid Holidays 12 per year (9 scheduled; 3 “floating”) New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and three floating holidays selected by the employee. An employee will accrue one of the three floating holidays on each of the following days: February 1, February 12, and August 31. An employee will only accrue a floating holiday on these days if actually employed. Paid Time Off (PTO) The purpose of PTO is to compensate employees for absences due to injury, illness, vacation and personal business. In addition, the program is designed to provide employees with personal flexibility regarding the use of leave hours. PTO hours accrue based upon the actual number of regular hours worked. Accrual per Month: 0-5yrs 6-9yrs 10-14yrs 15-19yrs 20-24yrs 25-29yrs 30+yrs 12 hours15 hours17 hours19 hours21 hours23 hours25 hours Retirement Plan All City employees are members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). The City and the employee both contribute toward the plan. PERS provides regular retirement and disability retirement benefits. City employees also participate in the Social Security Program. Rates effective as of 07/01/2021. ( www.drs.wa.gov ) PERS Employee Contribution Rate Employer Contribution Rate Plan II6.36%10.25% Plan IIIEmployee Choice (see booklet)10.25% Deferred Comp The City contributes an equivalent of 5% of your regular monthly salary to Mission Square Retirement (previously ICMA) deferred compensation program. No employee match required, but employees may contribute towards plan if desired. ( www.icmarc.org ) Medical, Dental& Vision Insurance The City currently pays the entire dental and vision insurance premiums for the employee and dependents.Employee current premium share is $180.00 per month for medical insurance to cover themselves and dependents. Life Insurance 1.5 x annual salary (not to exceed $250K) provided by the City of Kennewick. Employee may purchase Voluntary Term Life Insurance for employee, spouse and/or dependents through New York Life (previously Cigna). Long Term Disability The City pays the entire long-term disability premium for employees through New York Life (previously Cigna). Wellness Program The Wellness Program has been established to encourage employee health and fitness, both at work and at home. A City Wellness Committee promotes and provides opportunities for healthy lifestyles. Employee fitness center is open to all employees and their spouses. Employee Assistance An Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) is provided by the City to assist you and family members, providing counseling and treatment in such areas as stress, drug and alcohol abuse and family counseling. Other Benefits Offered Flexible Spending Plan (Pre-Tax Deduction for Medical/Dental and Day Care) Aflac Supplemental Insurance Tuition Assistance Bereavement Leave Overtime Direct Deposit (paydays are 5th and 20th of the month)
Feb 18, 2023
Full Time
Description CORE VALUE STATEMENT The City of Kennewick will provide excellent public service and ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community and one another through the empowerment of each employee. We value integrity, inclusiveness, stewardship, and communication. We are accountable to our community for innovative and collaborative efforts that anticipate needs, leverage resources, and deliver solutions. SAFETY STATEMENT We expect our employees to ensure compliance with all applicable safety practices and policies, including those established by OSHA/DOSH regulations and by the City's Accident Prevention Plan. This includes but is not limited to actively identifying and correcting potential hazards that may affect employee and public safety, including those identified by co-workers. Leading by example to promote a positive culture of workplace safety through everyday action; emphasizing safe completion of work throughout all aspects of developing and carrying out work plans. CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY Under general direction, enforces the Municipal Code through legal representation of the City in misdemeanor cases. Incumbent provides legal advice to police officers and various City departments; reviews reports for charging decisions; conducts case settlement negotiations; prepares cases for trial and tries cases in court. Examples of Work Performed (Illustrative Only) The following list reflects the essential job duties and responsibilities of this classification, but should not be considered all-inclusive. The incumbent will be expected to perform other related duties as assigned. Prepares cases for court by reading police reports and records, contacting witnesses, reviewing all evidence to determine the legal sufficiency to pursue cases. Plans legal strategy to ensure compliance with state law. Charges crimes and infractions, exercises discretion in the level and number of charges to file. Represents the City in court for jury and bench trials, as well as hearings involving both criminal and non-criminal cases. Negotiates settlements of criminal and non-criminal cases with attorneys and defendants to ensure the best interests of the City are served. Provides legal advice to police officers regarding City laws and legal procedures, as well as to various City departments when legal representation is necessary in District Court. Reviews drug forfeiture reports; exercises discretion in approving which matters proceed to a forfeiture hearing; litigates forfeiture matters to completion. Receives and responds to inquiries from citizens, victims, attorneys and defendants regarding City laws and policies and pending cases depending upon the nature of information (public vs. confidential). Takes further action as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned. Employment Standards This position requires a Juris Doctor degree but is otherwise an entry level position that will provide training, mentoring, and courtroom experience to the person hired. A strong interest in criminal prosecution is required. Active members of the Washington State Bar Association are preferred but individuals eligible for and awaiting admission may also be considered. Must be an active member of the Washington State Bar Association or be Rule 9 eligible and have taken the July 2022 Washington State Bar Exam. Must pass a criminal background investigation. Must maintain a level of mental and physical fitness required to perform the essential functions of this classification. Supplemental Requirements To perform the essential functions of the classification, incumbents must be able to meet the following physical requirements: must regularly talk, hear/listen, see/observe, sit, stand and walk; must regularly demonstrate fine motor skills; must occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force. WORK SCHEDULE The initial work schedule for this classification will be full-time, Monday through Friday. Early mornings, evenings and weekend work may be occasionally required. This classification is exempt under the FLSA. The benefits listed below are those currently enjoyed by full-time City of Kennewick Non-Contract employees. It is important to remember that over the course of time these benefits may change - they are not permanent. Benefits may change through City Council or administrative action or changes mandated by state and federal law. Paid Holidays 12 per year (9 scheduled; 3 “floating”) New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and three floating holidays selected by the employee. An employee will accrue one of the three floating holidays on each of the following days: February 1, February 12, and August 31. An employee will only accrue a floating holiday on these days if actually employed. Paid Time Off (PTO) The purpose of PTO is to compensate employees for absences due to injury, illness, vacation and personal business. In addition, the program is designed to provide employees with personal flexibility regarding the use of leave hours. PTO hours accrue based upon the actual number of regular hours worked. Accrual per Month: 0-5yrs 6-9yrs 10-14yrs 15-19yrs 20-24yrs 25-29yrs 30+yrs 12 hours15 hours17 hours19 hours21 hours23 hours25 hours Retirement Plan All City employees are members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). The City and the employee both contribute toward the plan. PERS provides regular retirement and disability retirement benefits. City employees also participate in the Social Security Program. Rates effective as of 07/01/2021. ( www.drs.wa.gov ) PERS Employee Contribution Rate Employer Contribution Rate Plan II6.36%10.25% Plan IIIEmployee Choice (see booklet)10.25% Deferred Comp The City contributes an equivalent of 5% of your regular monthly salary to Mission Square Retirement (previously ICMA) deferred compensation program. No employee match required, but employees may contribute towards plan if desired. ( www.icmarc.org ) Medical, Dental& Vision Insurance The City currently pays the entire dental and vision insurance premiums for the employee and dependents.Employee current premium share is $180.00 per month for medical insurance to cover themselves and dependents. Life Insurance 1.5 x annual salary (not to exceed $250K) provided by the City of Kennewick. Employee may purchase Voluntary Term Life Insurance for employee, spouse and/or dependents through New York Life (previously Cigna). Long Term Disability The City pays the entire long-term disability premium for employees through New York Life (previously Cigna). Wellness Program The Wellness Program has been established to encourage employee health and fitness, both at work and at home. A City Wellness Committee promotes and provides opportunities for healthy lifestyles. Employee fitness center is open to all employees and their spouses. Employee Assistance An Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) is provided by the City to assist you and family members, providing counseling and treatment in such areas as stress, drug and alcohol abuse and family counseling. Other Benefits Offered Flexible Spending Plan (Pre-Tax Deduction for Medical/Dental and Day Care) Aflac Supplemental Insurance Tuition Assistance Bereavement Leave Overtime Direct Deposit (paydays are 5th and 20th of the month)
CITY OF OAKLAND, CA
Oakland, California, United States
The Position SALARY Deputy City Attorney III $12,558.72 - $15,420.32 Monthly $150,704.64 - $185,043.84 Annually Deputy City Attorney IV $13,847.46 - $17,000.61 Monthly $166,169.52 - $204,007.32 Annually The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants to one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. The City of Oakland is seeking a highly-skilled Deputy City Attorney III or Deputy City Attorney IV to join our team! The Office of the City Attorney seeks an attorney to help the City of Oakland maintain and improve its infrastructure and preserve a clean, safe environment that all Oaklanders can use and enjoy. Alongside the rest of our General Government & Finance Team, the incumbent will work closely with various City leaders, departments, and bodies, including the Public Works Department, Department of Transportation, City Administrator, and City Council, on a wide range of public-improvement matters. Duties may include, but will not be limited to, providing legal advice and review related to: public bidding and contracting, construction, capital improvements, franchise negotiations and agreements, and federal grant agreements and regulations. The ideal candidate will be experienced in one or more of the following: public bidding and contracting, construction, capital improvements, franchise negotiations and agreements, and federal grant agreements and regulations. Experience in municipal bond and finance law, open meetings laws, public records, information technology contracts, and/or parliamentary procedure is a plus. Candidates must have excellent writing and oral presentation skills. The incumbent may receive general supervision from a Deputy City Attorney V, Special Counsel, Chief Assistant City Attorney or the City Attorney. The City Attorney may assign the selected attorney to new, additional or different duties or practice areas in litigation, advice or transactional work. About the Office The City Attorney’s Office provides advice and counsel to the Mayor, City Council, and all City departments, boards and commissions in a wide variety of areas spanning the range of municipal law, including but not limited to, land use, real estate, personnel, elections, conflicts of interest, municipal finance, retirement, housing, public contracting and economic development. The City Attorney’s Office also advocates for the City’s interests in claims and lawsuits litigated in state or federal court, including high-value personal injury cases, complex civil rights actions, breach of contract, personnel disputes, eminent domain actions, inverse condemnation and alleged Constitutional violations. The Office has approximately 82 employees and three legal divisions: Advisory Division; Affirmative Litigation, Innovation & Enforcement Division; and General & Complex Litigation Division (Defense). The work is high profile, dynamic, collaborative, and complex. And the work is of vital importance to the City’s realization of its progressive and cutting-edge policies and programs, and to the City’s delivery of services to Oakland’s residents and businesses. This position is represented by the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, Local 21. Incumbents may receive general supervision from a Deputy City Attorney V, Special Counsel, Chief Assistant City Attorney, or the City Attorney. This is an at-will position, exempt from the provisions of the City of Oakland Civil Service Rules, per Charter Section 902. This is a continuous recruitment. This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received. * Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland Examples of Duties Performs legal research, interprets and applies laws and court decisions; prepares opinions for departments, programs and activities. Prepares and reviews legal opinions, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases and other legal documents; revise such documents as necessary to meet legal standards. Investigates claims and complaints by or against the City; recommends action to be taken; prepares cases for hearing; represents the City in such hearings. Acts in an advisory capacity at meetings of City Council, City boards and commissions; advises City departments on legal matters. Prepares forms of court pleadings and ordinances, resolutions, contracts, leases, options and permits. Prepares and reviews briefs for appellant courts and administrative boards. Represents the City in litigation brought by or against the City; prepares cases for trial, hearings and arbitration. Meets and negotiates with outside parties in matters arising out of claims, property transactions and other City business. May serve as the City Attorney or the Assistant City Attorney in their absence. Minimum Requirements for Application The following qualifications are guidelines, as the appointing authority has broad discretion in filling positions in this classification. Education: Graduation from an accredited School of Law. Experience: D C A III - Two years of increasingly responsible work experience comparable to a Deputy City Attorney II in the City of Oakland. D C A IV - Five years of increasingly responsible work experience comparable to a Deputy City Attorney III in the City of Oakland. License or Certificate / Other Requirements: A member in good standing of the California State Bar. Incumbents in this position are expected to operate automotive vehicles in the performance of assigned duties. Due to assignments and hours or work, public transportation may not be an efficient method for traveling to required locations. Selected individuals will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License during City employment or demonstrate the ability to travel to required locations in a timely manner. Additional Skills that are Desirable Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese and/or Mandarin. Working knowledge of municipal, state and federal laws affecting City governance. Knowledge of: Municipal, state and federal laws, ordinances and codes affecting City government. Legal research methods. Public contact and community relations. Local court rules and procedures. The principles of supervision and training. Ability to: Interpret and apply various government codes and ordinances. Conduct research on legal problems; prepare sound legal opinions. Analyze and prepare a wide variety of legal documents. Present cases in court and administrative proceedings. Provide professional leadership, guidance, and technical expertise to assigned staff. Handle stressful or sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy. Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with City officials, representatives of outside agencies and the public. Complete varied assignments within a narrow time frame. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Supplemental Information Benefits The City of Oakland offers an excellent salary and benefits package. The benefits package includes: Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement. Dental plan and orthodontics for employee and dependents. Vision plan for employee and dependents. Health plan fully or partially-paid, depending on your plan choice. Life insurance. Disability insurance. Management leave, vacation leave, sick leave and holidays. Deferred compensation plan. Professional Development Allowance. Telecommuting opportunities. HOW TO APPLY Submit a cover letter and resume by email to: jobs@oaklandcityattorney.org Candidates selected to proceed in the hiring process will be asked to submit additional information (e.g., a writing sample, references, answers to supplemental questions, and a formal City of Oakland employment application). This job announcement and additional employment information including the application form is available on-line at: www.oaklandcityattorney.org The office of the City Attorney conducts background checks of candidates, prior to the issuance of an unconditional letter of employment. The investigation includes screening of the applicants' criminal case (State and Federal), civil case (State) and national sex offender history. The City of Oakland is an EEO/ADA Employer. The City complies with all Federal, State and local laws mandating Equal Employment Opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements
Mar 03, 2023
Full Time
The Position SALARY Deputy City Attorney III $12,558.72 - $15,420.32 Monthly $150,704.64 - $185,043.84 Annually Deputy City Attorney IV $13,847.46 - $17,000.61 Monthly $166,169.52 - $204,007.32 Annually The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants to one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. The City of Oakland is seeking a highly-skilled Deputy City Attorney III or Deputy City Attorney IV to join our team! The Office of the City Attorney seeks an attorney to help the City of Oakland maintain and improve its infrastructure and preserve a clean, safe environment that all Oaklanders can use and enjoy. Alongside the rest of our General Government & Finance Team, the incumbent will work closely with various City leaders, departments, and bodies, including the Public Works Department, Department of Transportation, City Administrator, and City Council, on a wide range of public-improvement matters. Duties may include, but will not be limited to, providing legal advice and review related to: public bidding and contracting, construction, capital improvements, franchise negotiations and agreements, and federal grant agreements and regulations. The ideal candidate will be experienced in one or more of the following: public bidding and contracting, construction, capital improvements, franchise negotiations and agreements, and federal grant agreements and regulations. Experience in municipal bond and finance law, open meetings laws, public records, information technology contracts, and/or parliamentary procedure is a plus. Candidates must have excellent writing and oral presentation skills. The incumbent may receive general supervision from a Deputy City Attorney V, Special Counsel, Chief Assistant City Attorney or the City Attorney. The City Attorney may assign the selected attorney to new, additional or different duties or practice areas in litigation, advice or transactional work. About the Office The City Attorney’s Office provides advice and counsel to the Mayor, City Council, and all City departments, boards and commissions in a wide variety of areas spanning the range of municipal law, including but not limited to, land use, real estate, personnel, elections, conflicts of interest, municipal finance, retirement, housing, public contracting and economic development. The City Attorney’s Office also advocates for the City’s interests in claims and lawsuits litigated in state or federal court, including high-value personal injury cases, complex civil rights actions, breach of contract, personnel disputes, eminent domain actions, inverse condemnation and alleged Constitutional violations. The Office has approximately 82 employees and three legal divisions: Advisory Division; Affirmative Litigation, Innovation & Enforcement Division; and General & Complex Litigation Division (Defense). The work is high profile, dynamic, collaborative, and complex. And the work is of vital importance to the City’s realization of its progressive and cutting-edge policies and programs, and to the City’s delivery of services to Oakland’s residents and businesses. This position is represented by the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, Local 21. Incumbents may receive general supervision from a Deputy City Attorney V, Special Counsel, Chief Assistant City Attorney, or the City Attorney. This is an at-will position, exempt from the provisions of the City of Oakland Civil Service Rules, per Charter Section 902. This is a continuous recruitment. This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received. * Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland Examples of Duties Performs legal research, interprets and applies laws and court decisions; prepares opinions for departments, programs and activities. Prepares and reviews legal opinions, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases and other legal documents; revise such documents as necessary to meet legal standards. Investigates claims and complaints by or against the City; recommends action to be taken; prepares cases for hearing; represents the City in such hearings. Acts in an advisory capacity at meetings of City Council, City boards and commissions; advises City departments on legal matters. Prepares forms of court pleadings and ordinances, resolutions, contracts, leases, options and permits. Prepares and reviews briefs for appellant courts and administrative boards. Represents the City in litigation brought by or against the City; prepares cases for trial, hearings and arbitration. Meets and negotiates with outside parties in matters arising out of claims, property transactions and other City business. May serve as the City Attorney or the Assistant City Attorney in their absence. Minimum Requirements for Application The following qualifications are guidelines, as the appointing authority has broad discretion in filling positions in this classification. Education: Graduation from an accredited School of Law. Experience: D C A III - Two years of increasingly responsible work experience comparable to a Deputy City Attorney II in the City of Oakland. D C A IV - Five years of increasingly responsible work experience comparable to a Deputy City Attorney III in the City of Oakland. License or Certificate / Other Requirements: A member in good standing of the California State Bar. Incumbents in this position are expected to operate automotive vehicles in the performance of assigned duties. Due to assignments and hours or work, public transportation may not be an efficient method for traveling to required locations. Selected individuals will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License during City employment or demonstrate the ability to travel to required locations in a timely manner. Additional Skills that are Desirable Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese and/or Mandarin. Working knowledge of municipal, state and federal laws affecting City governance. Knowledge of: Municipal, state and federal laws, ordinances and codes affecting City government. Legal research methods. Public contact and community relations. Local court rules and procedures. The principles of supervision and training. Ability to: Interpret and apply various government codes and ordinances. Conduct research on legal problems; prepare sound legal opinions. Analyze and prepare a wide variety of legal documents. Present cases in court and administrative proceedings. Provide professional leadership, guidance, and technical expertise to assigned staff. Handle stressful or sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy. Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with City officials, representatives of outside agencies and the public. Complete varied assignments within a narrow time frame. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Supplemental Information Benefits The City of Oakland offers an excellent salary and benefits package. The benefits package includes: Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement. Dental plan and orthodontics for employee and dependents. Vision plan for employee and dependents. Health plan fully or partially-paid, depending on your plan choice. Life insurance. Disability insurance. Management leave, vacation leave, sick leave and holidays. Deferred compensation plan. Professional Development Allowance. Telecommuting opportunities. HOW TO APPLY Submit a cover letter and resume by email to: jobs@oaklandcityattorney.org Candidates selected to proceed in the hiring process will be asked to submit additional information (e.g., a writing sample, references, answers to supplemental questions, and a formal City of Oakland employment application). This job announcement and additional employment information including the application form is available on-line at: www.oaklandcityattorney.org The office of the City Attorney conducts background checks of candidates, prior to the issuance of an unconditional letter of employment. The investigation includes screening of the applicants' criminal case (State and Federal), civil case (State) and national sex offender history. The City of Oakland is an EEO/ADA Employer. The City complies with all Federal, State and local laws mandating Equal Employment Opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements
City of Huntington Beach, CA
Huntington Beach, California, United States
In Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Senior Deputy City Attorney in our LITIGATION DIVISION . The Ideal Candidate has been practicing law in California for at least 5 years, with civil trial experience, either in prosecuting or defending lawsuits. The Ideal Candidate also has VERY STRONG legal research and writing experience, with experience researching and writing Writs, researching and writing Appeals, and preparing written discovery, dispositive motions, and preparing trial documents and briefs. Having represented other government or public agencies at trial is a significant plus and experience with State laws involving housing, planning and zoning, and State environmental laws is desirable. A Juris Doctorate degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, active membership in the State Bar of California, is required. City Attorney's Office The Office of the City Attorney represents the City in all aspects of legal representation. In addition to handling all lawsuits in-house, and prosecuting crimes at the local level, the City Attorney's Office advises the City Council and all City officials in all matters of law pertaining to the business of the City of Huntington Beach. Among other things, generally the City Attorney defends the City in every lawsuit, including Writs and Appeals, prepares and/or reviews all City Ordinances, Resolutions, contracts and other legal documents. The City Attorney also prosecutes criminal cases arising from violation of the provisions of the City Charter or Huntington Beach Municipal Code, and such State misdemeanors as the City has the power to prosecute. The Position Under general direction from the City Attorney and Chief Assistant City Attorney, the Senior Deputy City Attorney is assigned to the Litigation Division of the City Attorney's Office. This position may be required to provide direction and assistance to less experienced attorneys at the Deputy City Attorney levels and will be assigned to handle high-exposure litigation principally in areas of, among others, Writs, Appeals, land use, State housing and environmental laws, personnel, police defense, personal injury and other tort defense, inverse condemnation, and public works. Regarding day-to-day function, this positions receives minimal instruction or assistance and the employee will be required to be fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the City. Please note: This recruitment may close at any time, and will close when the hiring manager determines that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Examples of Essential Duties Senior Deputy City Attorney (Litigation) Position Performs the full range of litigation work; Responsible for Writs, Appeals, civil litigation, trials, damage or other civil suits in State and federal courts, including advanced appellate work and the representation of the City's Police Department and its officers in Pitchess Motions, as directed by the City Attorney or the Chief Assistant City Attorney; Occasionally represents management in hearings involving City employee disciplinary matters, as directed by the City Attorney or the Chief Assistant City Attorney; Handles all aspects of assigned cases or claims including investigation, pleading preparation, discovery, law and motion, court appearances, settlement negotiations, legal research, witness preparation, and trials for tort defense, writ actions, Pitchess motions, appellate work, civil rights actions, code enforcement, nuisance abatement, administrative actions and employee grievances, as directed by the City Attorney or the Chief Assistant City Attorney; Please click here to review the full job description. Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate degree. Experience: Five (5) years' experience as a practicing trial attorney within a municipal law office, or a private firm that has contracted with a public agency for legal services. State and Federal jury trial experience is desirable. License/Certifications: Possession of a valid California Class C driver license and an acceptable driving record are required by time of appointment and throughout employment. Current member in good standing with the California State Bar Association. Supplemental Information APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: Application Review - Please attach to your online application 1. a cover letter, 2. an updated resume, and 3. a writing sample consisting of a dispositive motion, a brief on a writ or a brief on an appeal . Examination(s) - A virtual oral exam (weighted 100%) will be scheduled when a sufficient number of qualified applications has been received. Selection Interview Background Investigation Appointment
May 23, 2023
Full Time
In Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Senior Deputy City Attorney in our LITIGATION DIVISION . The Ideal Candidate has been practicing law in California for at least 5 years, with civil trial experience, either in prosecuting or defending lawsuits. The Ideal Candidate also has VERY STRONG legal research and writing experience, with experience researching and writing Writs, researching and writing Appeals, and preparing written discovery, dispositive motions, and preparing trial documents and briefs. Having represented other government or public agencies at trial is a significant plus and experience with State laws involving housing, planning and zoning, and State environmental laws is desirable. A Juris Doctorate degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, active membership in the State Bar of California, is required. City Attorney's Office The Office of the City Attorney represents the City in all aspects of legal representation. In addition to handling all lawsuits in-house, and prosecuting crimes at the local level, the City Attorney's Office advises the City Council and all City officials in all matters of law pertaining to the business of the City of Huntington Beach. Among other things, generally the City Attorney defends the City in every lawsuit, including Writs and Appeals, prepares and/or reviews all City Ordinances, Resolutions, contracts and other legal documents. The City Attorney also prosecutes criminal cases arising from violation of the provisions of the City Charter or Huntington Beach Municipal Code, and such State misdemeanors as the City has the power to prosecute. The Position Under general direction from the City Attorney and Chief Assistant City Attorney, the Senior Deputy City Attorney is assigned to the Litigation Division of the City Attorney's Office. This position may be required to provide direction and assistance to less experienced attorneys at the Deputy City Attorney levels and will be assigned to handle high-exposure litigation principally in areas of, among others, Writs, Appeals, land use, State housing and environmental laws, personnel, police defense, personal injury and other tort defense, inverse condemnation, and public works. Regarding day-to-day function, this positions receives minimal instruction or assistance and the employee will be required to be fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the City. Please note: This recruitment may close at any time, and will close when the hiring manager determines that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Examples of Essential Duties Senior Deputy City Attorney (Litigation) Position Performs the full range of litigation work; Responsible for Writs, Appeals, civil litigation, trials, damage or other civil suits in State and federal courts, including advanced appellate work and the representation of the City's Police Department and its officers in Pitchess Motions, as directed by the City Attorney or the Chief Assistant City Attorney; Occasionally represents management in hearings involving City employee disciplinary matters, as directed by the City Attorney or the Chief Assistant City Attorney; Handles all aspects of assigned cases or claims including investigation, pleading preparation, discovery, law and motion, court appearances, settlement negotiations, legal research, witness preparation, and trials for tort defense, writ actions, Pitchess motions, appellate work, civil rights actions, code enforcement, nuisance abatement, administrative actions and employee grievances, as directed by the City Attorney or the Chief Assistant City Attorney; Please click here to review the full job description. Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate degree. Experience: Five (5) years' experience as a practicing trial attorney within a municipal law office, or a private firm that has contracted with a public agency for legal services. State and Federal jury trial experience is desirable. License/Certifications: Possession of a valid California Class C driver license and an acceptable driving record are required by time of appointment and throughout employment. Current member in good standing with the California State Bar Association. Supplemental Information APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: Application Review - Please attach to your online application 1. a cover letter, 2. an updated resume, and 3. a writing sample consisting of a dispositive motion, a brief on a writ or a brief on an appeal . Examination(s) - A virtual oral exam (weighted 100%) will be scheduled when a sufficient number of qualified applications has been received. Selection Interview Background Investigation Appointment
City of Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
Introduction About the Position It is anticipated that the attorney hired for this position will provide legal services/advice to the Water Resources Department related to environmental law and will represent the City in water and wastewater law, municipal utilities, environmental law, water quality, Superfund/CERCLA issues, and other related regulatory and land use issues. This position will review and draft contracts, permits, and agreements with governmental and non-governmental entities, regulatory agencies, and Indian communities; draft, review, and interpret resolutions and ordinances; review legal forms such as bids, contracts, and bonds for services and supplies related to environmental, water, wastewater and utilities matters. This position may provide legal services to one or more additional City departments and Boards and Commissions. Other responsibilities may include providing legal advice in one or more of the following areas: open meeting law, public records law, elections law, licensing, public housing and/or human services. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in general municipal law or a related field. The City Attorney's Office values its employees and offers a very positive and flexible work environment. The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.17% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457 and Employer contribution Pet Insurance Bilingual pay compensation NOTE : If there are no applicants that meet all of the minimum requirements for the City Attorney Assistant II position, then this position may be under-filled as a City Attorney Assistant I, depending on applicant qualifications. The minimum requirements for both positions are listed below in the Minimum Qualifications section. SALARY: City Attorney Assistant II: $102,960.00 - $149,697.60 Annually City Attorney Assistant I : $98,030.40 - $142,542.40 Annually Click here to review the entire City Attorney Assistant II job description. Click here to review the entire City Attorney Assistant I job description. Selection Process: The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include: Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database Criminal Background screening Applications will be reviewed periodically, and interviews conducted. The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time. PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience. Minimum Qualifications CITY ATTORNEY ASSISTANT II Education and Experience Graduation from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association. Five years' experience in the practice of law. Preferred: Experience in municipal or public law. Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements Current membership in the Arizona State Bar Association. Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work. *******UNDER-FILL POSITION MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS******* CITY ATTORNEY ASSISTANT I Education and Experience Graduation from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association. Three years of experience in the practice of law. Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements Current membership in the Arizona State Bar Association. Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work. Essential Functions CITY ATTORNEY ASSISTANT II Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following: Provide legal advice, prepare legal opinions and memoranda for the guidance of City divisions and departments, employees, and occasionally the City Council. Remain apprised of current court decisions and legislation and advise relevant City divisions of the effects of those developments on the City's business. Draft, review, and edit contracts and other City documents. Attend and provide legal advice at Board, Commission, and City Council meetings, as directed. Provide legal representation in federal, state, and local administrative matters. Work Environment/Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Lift and carry storage files and computer reports weighing up to 30 pounds. Travel to/from meetings and various locations. Attend evening City Council and board and commission meetings, as needed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2023 11:59 PM Arizona
Apr 01, 2023
Full Time
Introduction About the Position It is anticipated that the attorney hired for this position will provide legal services/advice to the Water Resources Department related to environmental law and will represent the City in water and wastewater law, municipal utilities, environmental law, water quality, Superfund/CERCLA issues, and other related regulatory and land use issues. This position will review and draft contracts, permits, and agreements with governmental and non-governmental entities, regulatory agencies, and Indian communities; draft, review, and interpret resolutions and ordinances; review legal forms such as bids, contracts, and bonds for services and supplies related to environmental, water, wastewater and utilities matters. This position may provide legal services to one or more additional City departments and Boards and Commissions. Other responsibilities may include providing legal advice in one or more of the following areas: open meeting law, public records law, elections law, licensing, public housing and/or human services. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in general municipal law or a related field. The City Attorney's Office values its employees and offers a very positive and flexible work environment. The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.17% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457 and Employer contribution Pet Insurance Bilingual pay compensation NOTE : If there are no applicants that meet all of the minimum requirements for the City Attorney Assistant II position, then this position may be under-filled as a City Attorney Assistant I, depending on applicant qualifications. The minimum requirements for both positions are listed below in the Minimum Qualifications section. SALARY: City Attorney Assistant II: $102,960.00 - $149,697.60 Annually City Attorney Assistant I : $98,030.40 - $142,542.40 Annually Click here to review the entire City Attorney Assistant II job description. Click here to review the entire City Attorney Assistant I job description. Selection Process: The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include: Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database Criminal Background screening Applications will be reviewed periodically, and interviews conducted. The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time. PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience. Minimum Qualifications CITY ATTORNEY ASSISTANT II Education and Experience Graduation from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association. Five years' experience in the practice of law. Preferred: Experience in municipal or public law. Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements Current membership in the Arizona State Bar Association. Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work. *******UNDER-FILL POSITION MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS******* CITY ATTORNEY ASSISTANT I Education and Experience Graduation from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association. Three years of experience in the practice of law. Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements Current membership in the Arizona State Bar Association. Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work. Essential Functions CITY ATTORNEY ASSISTANT II Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following: Provide legal advice, prepare legal opinions and memoranda for the guidance of City divisions and departments, employees, and occasionally the City Council. Remain apprised of current court decisions and legislation and advise relevant City divisions of the effects of those developments on the City's business. Draft, review, and edit contracts and other City documents. Attend and provide legal advice at Board, Commission, and City Council meetings, as directed. Provide legal representation in federal, state, and local administrative matters. Work Environment/Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Lift and carry storage files and computer reports weighing up to 30 pounds. Travel to/from meetings and various locations. Attend evening City Council and board and commission meetings, as needed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2023 11:59 PM Arizona
CITY OF CHANDLER, ARIZONA
Chandler, AZ, United States
Description The City of Chandler Law Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as an Assistant City Prosecutor I . This is a full-time, exempt position with benefits. This position is unclassified and will serve at the discretion of the City Manager. The City Chandler, the fourth largest City in Arizona, is located in one of the fastest growing innovation and technology centers in the nation. Chandler is a vibrant, diverse, fiscally responsible community with a supportive business climate that attracts global industry leaders, exciting startups, talented workers, and their families. In addition to being a great place to live, play and work our local hotels, resorts, golf courses, restaurants and ample shopping opportunities make Chandler one of Arizona's great vacation spots. Why work for Chandler? Accrue 122 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible to be used immediately following accrual Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible to be used immediately following accrual 12 paid holidays per year plus additional time off at the end of the year (Winter Break) Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership Professional development opportunities Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 annually, $3200 for part time employees City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% City contribution match 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage Flexible schedule/Remote work options (WHEN AVAILABLE) Diverse and inclusive environment Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive Who we are: The City of Chandler Law team, consisting of 33 employees, and is made up of 3 sections: civil, prosecution, and risk management. There are numerous opportunities to work in different areas and expand each person's skills. We are a progressive and innovative team that delivers quality services in support of the City of Chandler's Mission and Values. Who we are looking for: Our new team member will be an energetic and experienced prosecutor who will work closely with the City Attorney's Office. A candidate with civil liability and/or litigation experience is a plus. Essential: 1. Conducts pretrial conferences with attorneys and unrepresented defendants in municipal court. 2. Prepares cases for pretrial conferences. 3. Communicates with victims regarding the case status and/or plea offer. 4. Makes charging decisions on police department submittals based upon applicable Arizona statutes and City ordinances. 5. Complies with pretrial witness interview requests. 6. Files and responding to pretrial motions. 7. Conducts criminal trials before a judge or jury. 8. Responds to trial appeals and special actions. 9. Participates in Chandler officer training. 10. Represents the State in animal forfeiture hearings. 11. Prosecutes cases in other jurisdictions as conflict cases. 12. Confers with officers regarding case issues/questions. 13. Appears in Rule 11 court for competency proceedings. 14. Collaborates with interagency task forces. 15. Oversees work of clerical staff. Minimum Qualifications: Recent graduation from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate Degree; and Membership in good standing in the Arizona State Bar Association. The position available is a full-time position and is subject to a six (6) month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for four (4) months should another position become available. The City of Chandler fingerprints all applicants selected for hire to evaluate the fitness of prospective employees. The examination process may vary if determined necessary. Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation. Closing Date/Time: 5/29/2023 11:59 PM Arizona
May 16, 2023
Full Time
Description The City of Chandler Law Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as an Assistant City Prosecutor I . This is a full-time, exempt position with benefits. This position is unclassified and will serve at the discretion of the City Manager. The City Chandler, the fourth largest City in Arizona, is located in one of the fastest growing innovation and technology centers in the nation. Chandler is a vibrant, diverse, fiscally responsible community with a supportive business climate that attracts global industry leaders, exciting startups, talented workers, and their families. In addition to being a great place to live, play and work our local hotels, resorts, golf courses, restaurants and ample shopping opportunities make Chandler one of Arizona's great vacation spots. Why work for Chandler? Accrue 122 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible to be used immediately following accrual Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible to be used immediately following accrual 12 paid holidays per year plus additional time off at the end of the year (Winter Break) Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership Professional development opportunities Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 annually, $3200 for part time employees City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% City contribution match 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage Flexible schedule/Remote work options (WHEN AVAILABLE) Diverse and inclusive environment Robust Employee Wellness program with $350 incentive Who we are: The City of Chandler Law team, consisting of 33 employees, and is made up of 3 sections: civil, prosecution, and risk management. There are numerous opportunities to work in different areas and expand each person's skills. We are a progressive and innovative team that delivers quality services in support of the City of Chandler's Mission and Values. Who we are looking for: Our new team member will be an energetic and experienced prosecutor who will work closely with the City Attorney's Office. A candidate with civil liability and/or litigation experience is a plus. Essential: 1. Conducts pretrial conferences with attorneys and unrepresented defendants in municipal court. 2. Prepares cases for pretrial conferences. 3. Communicates with victims regarding the case status and/or plea offer. 4. Makes charging decisions on police department submittals based upon applicable Arizona statutes and City ordinances. 5. Complies with pretrial witness interview requests. 6. Files and responding to pretrial motions. 7. Conducts criminal trials before a judge or jury. 8. Responds to trial appeals and special actions. 9. Participates in Chandler officer training. 10. Represents the State in animal forfeiture hearings. 11. Prosecutes cases in other jurisdictions as conflict cases. 12. Confers with officers regarding case issues/questions. 13. Appears in Rule 11 court for competency proceedings. 14. Collaborates with interagency task forces. 15. Oversees work of clerical staff. Minimum Qualifications: Recent graduation from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate Degree; and Membership in good standing in the Arizona State Bar Association. The position available is a full-time position and is subject to a six (6) month probationary period. A register of qualified candidates will be active for four (4) months should another position become available. The City of Chandler fingerprints all applicants selected for hire to evaluate the fitness of prospective employees. The examination process may vary if determined necessary. Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation. Closing Date/Time: 5/29/2023 11:59 PM Arizona
City and County of Denver
Denver, Colorado, United States
About Our Job Application Process: We encourage you to apply as soon as possible because this posting may close without notice. The Denver County Court is seeking a Judicial Assistant II to join the team at the Traffic and Civil Division Clerk’s Office. The shift for this position is Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00pm. The DCC The mission of Denver County Court is to administer justice fairly, efficiently and effectively; provide excellent customer service, and foster a positive environment where employees enjoy their work. The City and County of Denver’s third branch of government is comprised of 19 judges, 3 Full-Time magistrates, and nearly 300 staff members to serve your judicial needs for civil, small claims, protection order , criminal, municipal and traffic cases occurring within our great City. The Denver County Court proudly serves the community and continually seeks ways to provide greater access to citizens. The Division The combined Traffic and Civil Division is the highest volume division in Denver County Court- serving more than 100,000 customers a year. Our employees value teamwork, customer service, a positive work environment, collaboration, learning, process improvement, and problem-solving. We are committed to helping people, creating, and maintaining an accurate court record, and providing support services to the Judicial Officers. The Job As a Judicial Assistant I I , you can expect to assist a diverse group of customers daily, while also completing special projects/partnering with senior leadership/etc. The primary duties of a Judicial Assistant rotate on a weekly-basis, so each team member can gain experience in multiple areas and develop their understanding of court process. We are committed to providing our employees the opportunity for career growth and development. Day-to-day, as a Judicial Assistant I I , you can expect to: Provide excellent and impartial customer service to all who access the court- via telephone, in person, and in writing Create and maintain an accurate court record Clearly and effectively explain complex legal processes to customers with various needs Perform a variety of clerical functions, including cashiering, mail desk, review of attorney electronic court filings, in person customer service for court filings, issuing court order paperwork, and setting court dates Provide input on process improvement to coworkers and the leadership team Performs other related duties as assigned or requested About You Our ideal candidate will have integrity and a strong commitment to public service. Additionally, our ideal hire will have: 3 years of customer service experience - interacting with customers from diverse backgrounds dealing with stressful situations Process improvement experience (PEAK Academy, Six Sigma, etc.) Be a self-starter/self-motivated Bilingual, Spanish a plus We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications: Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate. Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of clerical experience and one (1) year of experience must have been in court, law enforcement or legal setting. Education/Experience Equivalency: A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the education and experience requirements with the exception of the one year of experience in court, law enforcement or legal setting. License/Certifications: None To be considered for this position, Please include the following on your job application (upload the multiple attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab): Resume - Required Cover Letter - Highly Preferred About Everything Else Job Profile CC2316 Judicial Assistant II To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here . Position Type Unlimited Position Salary Range $22.16 - $33.24 Starting Pay Based on education and experience Agency Denver County Court The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.
Apr 21, 2023
Full Time
About Our Job Application Process: We encourage you to apply as soon as possible because this posting may close without notice. The Denver County Court is seeking a Judicial Assistant II to join the team at the Traffic and Civil Division Clerk’s Office. The shift for this position is Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00pm. The DCC The mission of Denver County Court is to administer justice fairly, efficiently and effectively; provide excellent customer service, and foster a positive environment where employees enjoy their work. The City and County of Denver’s third branch of government is comprised of 19 judges, 3 Full-Time magistrates, and nearly 300 staff members to serve your judicial needs for civil, small claims, protection order , criminal, municipal and traffic cases occurring within our great City. The Denver County Court proudly serves the community and continually seeks ways to provide greater access to citizens. The Division The combined Traffic and Civil Division is the highest volume division in Denver County Court- serving more than 100,000 customers a year. Our employees value teamwork, customer service, a positive work environment, collaboration, learning, process improvement, and problem-solving. We are committed to helping people, creating, and maintaining an accurate court record, and providing support services to the Judicial Officers. The Job As a Judicial Assistant I I , you can expect to assist a diverse group of customers daily, while also completing special projects/partnering with senior leadership/etc. The primary duties of a Judicial Assistant rotate on a weekly-basis, so each team member can gain experience in multiple areas and develop their understanding of court process. We are committed to providing our employees the opportunity for career growth and development. Day-to-day, as a Judicial Assistant I I , you can expect to: Provide excellent and impartial customer service to all who access the court- via telephone, in person, and in writing Create and maintain an accurate court record Clearly and effectively explain complex legal processes to customers with various needs Perform a variety of clerical functions, including cashiering, mail desk, review of attorney electronic court filings, in person customer service for court filings, issuing court order paperwork, and setting court dates Provide input on process improvement to coworkers and the leadership team Performs other related duties as assigned or requested About You Our ideal candidate will have integrity and a strong commitment to public service. Additionally, our ideal hire will have: 3 years of customer service experience - interacting with customers from diverse backgrounds dealing with stressful situations Process improvement experience (PEAK Academy, Six Sigma, etc.) Be a self-starter/self-motivated Bilingual, Spanish a plus We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications: Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate. Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of clerical experience and one (1) year of experience must have been in court, law enforcement or legal setting. Education/Experience Equivalency: A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the education and experience requirements with the exception of the one year of experience in court, law enforcement or legal setting. License/Certifications: None To be considered for this position, Please include the following on your job application (upload the multiple attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab): Resume - Required Cover Letter - Highly Preferred About Everything Else Job Profile CC2316 Judicial Assistant II To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here . Position Type Unlimited Position Salary Range $22.16 - $33.24 Starting Pay Based on education and experience Agency Denver County Court The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.
