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Deputy County Counsel III
Ukiah, CA

Organization: County Counsel

Position: Deputy County Counsel III
Salary: $121,742.40 - $147,992.00 Annually
Location: Ukiah, CA
Job Type: Full-time Permanent
Department: County Counsel
Job Number: 24.343
Opening Date: 11/14/2024
Closing Date: Continuous

The County of Mendocino is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Deputy County Counsel III to join their team. In this advanced-level position, the Deputy County Counsel III will provide legal counsel and representation to the County, its boards, commissions, department heads, and officers. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, current active membership in the State Bar of California, and at least two years of full-time experience as an attorney practicing governmental or civil law.

Key responsibilities and duties of the Deputy County Counsel III include:

- Providing legal counsel and representation to the County, its boards, commissions, and department heads.
- Attending board and commission meetings as the legal advisor.
- Conducting legal research and preparing written and verbal opinions.
- Assisting in the negotiation and drafting of contracts.
- Representing clients in state and federal court and before administrative tribunals.
- Maintaining and upgrading professional knowledge and skills through training and development opportunities.
- Performing other related duties as assigned.

The minimum qualifications for this position include a Juris Doctorate degree, current active membership in the State Bar of California, and at least two years of full-time experience as an attorney practicing governmental or civil law. The ideal candidate will also possess a valid driver's license and have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.

The County of Mendocino offers a competitive salary range of $121,742.40 - $147,992.00 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and more. Additionally, the County of Mendocino is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

If you meet the minimum qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application by the closing date of this announcement. The County of Mendocino is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applications will be reviewed with those judged most qualified progressing further in the selection process. The County of Mendocino also offers special testing arrangements to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions, and applicants are encouraged to contact Human Resources prior to the test date to make their requirements known.

Join the County of Mendocino as a Deputy County Counsel III and make a positive impact on your community while advancing your legal career. Apply today!






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