City Attorney

JOB

• Typical starting pay will be at the beginning of the advertised pay range, depending on qualifications.*Primary PurposeTo perform all legal work for the Mayor, City Council, and City Administration. SupervisionUnder general supervision of the Mayor, City Council, and the City Administrator.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Answer inquiries from the City Administrator and Department Heads on legal issues pertaining to City operations.Perform legal research and prepare opinions on various legal problems for City Council, Boards and Commissions, and City Departments.Study, interpret and apply laws, court decisions, ordinances, and other legal sources in advising officers and employees of the City in legal matters.Attends Court and serves as the Prosecuting Attorney on behalf of the City in allegations of municipal ordinance violations.Prepare and draft ordinances, resolutions, administrative policies, letters, contracts, deeds, leases, and other legal documents and instruments; review such documents and offer opinions as to legal acceptability when presented to the City for consideration.Represent the City and its officers and employees in litigation including motions, trial of cases and appeals in civil actions brought by or against the City in state and federal court.Prepare and try cases before administrative agencies.Advise on legal aspects associated with various statutorily described activities, such as annexation and eminent domain.Assists City Administrator in negotiating contracts, real estate purchases, and leasing transactions.Analyze complex financial issues and render opinions.Advise on liability and insurance issues and claims.Investigate claims and complaints by and against the City.Attend meetings of the City Council, and Planning and Zoning Commission as legal advisor.Respond to citizen complaints and requests for information.Represent the City as necessary on various committees.Oversee services provided by outside legal specialists engaged by the City for special legal problems.Represent the City in the community and at professional meetings as required.Adhere to customer service philosophy and demonstrate skill in establishing a strong and positive image of department and City.Performs other duties as assigned.Important DutiesAttends Department Head and City Council meetings, conducting periodic staff meetings.Attends conferences, seminars, meetings, and studies new information to keep abreast of current trends.Attends in-service training sessions or other training sessions deemed appropriate by Chief of Staff and/or City Administrator.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical DemandsPerforms bending, sorting, kneeling, and reaching to both ground level and overhead as required for such tasks as retrieving files; lifts and carries up to 10 pounds; pushes and pulls up to 30 pounds; must be able to hold and grip objects; may be subject to sitting for long periods of time; ability to operate a computer keyboard and mouse. Work EnvironmentPrimarily indoors with heating and cooling in a general office environment.Selection GuidelinesFormal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview, reference check and job-related tests may be required.The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.The job 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 job change.THE CITY OF REPUBLIC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to diversity and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.