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City and County of San Francisco

Deputy City Attorney - Government Team - City Attorney's Office (8177)

City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Company Description

The San Francisco City Attorney’s Office is looking for

two qualified and motivated attorneys

to join its Government Team:Attorney #1

will support and advise several City agencies.Attorney #2

will have as one of their primary responsibilities to support and advise San Francisco’s Assessment Appeals Board.Appointment Type:

Permanent Exempt (PEX) position; individuals who are appointed to Exempt Positions are appointed at the pleasure of their appointing officer and are considered to be "at-will."Application Opening:

October 23, 2024Application Deadline:

Continuous, earliest close 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 6, 2024Compensation Range:

$147,914 - $259,142Recruitment ID:

RTF0152321-01156707About the OfficeThe San Francisco City Attorney’s Office is an innovative, nationally-recognized municipal law office working to protect and advance the rights and interests of the City and County of San Francisco and its residents. With over 300 talented and dedicated employees, the Office provides exceptional legal services to the City’s Mayor, Board of Supervisors, officials, and departments.The Office recognizes that diversity in the backgrounds, identities, ideas, and lived experiences of our employees enriches our workplace and enhances our work. We aspire to recruit, employ, retain, and promote talented individuals representing the full spectrum of our community.The Office offers a hybrid remote work schedule for eligible employees, with three days onsite and up to two days remote.About the Government TeamThe Government Team provides legal advice and serves as general counsel to San Francisco’s Mayor, Board of Supervisors, City Administrator, and an array of other City officials and agencies.Job Description

Deputy City Attorney Position and ResponsibilitiesAn attorney on the Government Team typically serves in an advisory role as general counsel to a mix of City officials and agencies. In that capacity, the attorney may perform many functions – providing interpretations and advice, both orally and in writing, on a broad range of legal issues. The attorney functions as the Office’s expert on laws administered by the City officials and agencies that the attorney advises.One of the two attorneys who join the Government Team will advise San Francisco’s Assessment Appeals Board (AAB) and the City employees who support it, as one of the attorney’s primary assignments.Qualifications

Minimum QualificationsLicensed to practice law in California.Desired QualificationsThree or more years of experience, especially in an advice capacity as a government lawyer.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Excellent legal analytical skills.Ability to assume responsibility for assignments and to work independently and efficiently.Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients.Strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.An interest in and commitment to public service.Additional Information

Salary and BenefitsThe Deputy City Attorney position has a 16-step salary scale ranging from $147,914 to $259,142. The City offers robust health, retirement, and other benefits.ApplicationTo apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter. Applicants who advance in the selection process must submit three references and two writing samples.VerificationApplicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.Selection ProceduresThe selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview.HOW TO APPLYApplications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are

only

accepted through an online process. Visit

https://careers.sf.gov/

and begin the application process.

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