Assistant City Attorney

General Description

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Prosecute traffic, including initial Operating While Intoxicated, and other general ordinance violations such as building, fire, and health code

• Negotiate plea agreements with defendants and defense counsel
• Communicate with civilian and police officer witnesses regarding the City’s case
• Maintain case files
• Prepare and present City’s case at trial (municipal and circuit)
• Coordinate with other prosecutors, City Attorney, and City departments
• Research legal issues that arise during prosecution of cases
• Provide legal advice to the Police Department

• Advise on legal obligations, litigation, and processes
• Respond to inquiries from elected officials, the media, and the public
• Draft documents including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, reports, and legal opinions
• Attend Administrative hearings and present City's viewpoint

• Prepare, review, and file all necessary legal papers on a timely basis for non-municipal court civil litigation
• Present arguments in court on legal issues, as necessary

• Research using paper, computer, and internet sources, as needed for prosecution or other litigation
• Present legal research conclusions in concise and convincing fashion

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school.

The City of Madison strives to provide exceptional customer service to all its residents and visitors. Therefore, successful candidates will have demonstrated ability to work effectively with multicultural communities or can articulate an understanding of cultural competency.

For a list of the knowledge, skills, and abilities, please view the class specification.

Special Requirements

• Admission to the bar in the State of Wisconsin upon appointment.
• Ability to meet the transportation requirements of the position. This position may require occasional travel within Dane County. Travel alternatives that do not require a driver’s license are available.