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- Description Summary
Position will remain open until filled. First review of applications will begin on October 14, 2024.
DEFINITION
The Deputy City Attorney works closely with the City Attorney and assists in performing routine functions associated with the City Attorney’s Office, working with greater independence and assuming responsibility for progressively difficult and complex assignments as experience is gained.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the City Attorney. Exercises direct and general supervision over assigned staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a mid-management entry level classification. Incumbents perform assigned duties under direction, while learning related policies and procedures.- Expectation of Job Duties
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.- Assists in representing the City, its officers and employees in assigned civil litigation cases; handles all aspects of assigned cases/claims including discovery, motion, and trial practices.
- Advises City Departments, City Council, and City Boards and commissions on a variety of legal matters including legal implications of any action, inaction, or decision.
- Assists in criminal prosecution of misdemeanor and infraction violations of City ordinances and appeals, including but not limited to all municipal and building code violations within the City, including filing criminal charges, arraignment, trial, sentencing, and appeals; advises Code Enforcement, Building, Public Works, Police, and other Departments as needed regarding all criminal enforcement.
- Prepares, reviews, and examines contracts, agreements, briefs, bid protests, dispute resolutions, change orders, delay claims, ordinances, and other legal documents for City departments.
- Assists in legislative development for the city including researching, reviewing, and preparing proposed ordinances, resolutions, policies, and other legislation.
- Assists in preparing cases for administrative hearings and proceedings.
- Performs legal research and provides legal opinions for special projects for the Office of the City Attorney as assigned.
- Attends and participates in professional meetings and group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law.
- May represent the Office of the City Attorney at various boards and commission meetings and in court when necessary.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
- Legal principles, practices, and procedure of civil, criminal, constitutional, and administrative law.
- General and public contract law.
- Methods and techniques of legal research.
- Basic duties, powers, and limitations of a city government.
- Basic appellate practices.
- Basic judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
- Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
- Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to:
- Define legal issues, collect and analyze information, and recommend action.
- Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and policies.
- Read, understand, interpret, apply and explain codes, regulation and other written materials.
- Prepare clear and concise legal documents, including but not limited to, briefs, ordinances, resolutions, correspondence and supporting documents.
- Conduct research on legal problems and prepare sound legal opinion.
- Prepare and present cases in courts.
- Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential matters.
- Work independently and as a team member; recognize and set priorities and meet deadlines.
- Negotiate with other parties.
- Operate office equipment including computers and supporting software applications.
- Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.
- Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Requirements
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:- Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate degree, preferably with a specialization or emphasis on municipal law.
- Three (3) years of experience practicing law in the State of California, preferably with some experience in general municipal law. A writing sample that demonstrates your ability to identify and analyze a legal issue(s), preferably a legal brief or pleading must be attached to this application.
- A resume and a cover letter are required to be attached to your application.
License:
- Active membership in the State Bar of California.
- May require a valid California class C driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
Other information aside from what is requested above will not be accepted and additional materials WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects necessary to perform job functions.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS
May be required to work on evenings, weekends and holidays.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
All applications received are screened to determine which applicants most closely match the desired education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the position. Applicants will receive email notification of the results of the screening process. The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill full-time, part-time, temporary, and grant positions. The City reserves the right to extend the final filing date as necessary.
Important Note: Please make sure it is absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications/requirements listed above. Applications that do not appear to meet the minimum qualifications will not move forward in the recruitment process.
City of Eureka's Commitment to Inclusion and Belonging
We envision an inclusive community where everyone’s fundamental needs are met, where our employees respect and celebrate all walks of life, where everyone can grow and thrive, as we work with integrity for the good of Eureka. Our mission is to meet the needs of Eureka residents, businesses and visitors by providing services and making decisions that are socially, fiscally and environmentally responsible, creating a workplace that values growth, inclusion and empathy for
all.
Disaster Service Worker
All City of Eureka employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
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may be modified or revoked. The City of Eureka is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis
of handicap status in the admission, access to, treatment, or employment for its programs, or activities, whether funded by
the City or by grants. Women, persons with disabilities, and minorities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate people with special physical or mental requirements. If you have special needs, please call (707) 441-4124 prior to the examination date. When indicating you have a special need, one of the following definitions will apply to you. A disabled person is anyone who: (1) has a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities: i.e., walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, working or learning; or (2) has a record of such impairment; or (3) is regarded as having such an impairment.
- $97,267 - $118,229/year
