Job Description
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Assistant City Attorney-Civil to join their Legal Department. This is a full-time position with a starting salary range of $78,725.97 to $85,559.87, dependent on experience. The Assistant City Attorney-Civil will report to the City Attorney and provide expert legal advice to various city officials and departments on a wide range of municipal law issues. This position also involves representing the city in civil litigation and proceedings, as well as providing legal support to city departments and boards. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school, be a licensed member of the Idaho State Bar in good standing, and have 1-3 years of experience as a practicing attorney with a focus on civil or municipal law. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in municipal law, this may be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now to join the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** team!
Responsibilities:
- Provide expert legal advice to the Mayor, City Council, Department Directors, City Boards and Commissions, and City employees on a wide range of municipal law issues - Research, investigate, evaluate, and resolve complex legal matters - Represent the City in civil litigation and proceedings before the courts, boards, arbitrators, mediators, and other administrative agencies - Receive and review claims and lawsuits against the City and make recommendations for settlements - Coordinate with outside counsel on business matters and litigation - Negotiate, review, and draft contracts, ordinances, and other legal documents - Conduct legal research and prepare opinions, memoranda, policies, regulations, and other legal documents - Provide legal support to City departments by reviewing and drafting various legal documents and instruments - Attend City Council meetings and meetings for City Boards and Commissions - Assist the Assistant City Attorney-Criminal as needed - Attend CLE courses and maintain bar membership in good standing
Requirements:
- Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school - Licensed member of the Idaho State Bar in good standing or a state bar with reciprocity in Idaho - 1-3 years of experience as a practicing attorney with an emphasis in civil or municipal law preferred - Excellent legal research and writing skills - Knowledge of state statutes and case law - Ability to work independently with minimal direction - Strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines - Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing - Ability to maintain confidentiality - Must possess a valid Idaho driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Working Conditions:
- General office environment - Occasional after-hours, weekends, and holiday work as City business necessitates
Physical Requirements:
- Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing that permits effective communication - Sufficient vision to review written and electronic materials - Sufficient manual dexterity to handle records and operate a computer - Sufficient personal mobility to access office files and attend court proceedings and public meetings
Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** Job Title: Assistant City Attorney-Civil Job Number: 00250 Department: Legal Location: Lewiston, ID Type: Full Time Salary: $78,725.97 - $85,559.87 Annually Opening Date: 05/23/2024 Closing Date: Continuous
