City of Austin
Assistant City Attorney I, II,III, IV, or V
City of Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Minimum Qualifications
Assistant City Attorney IEducation And/or Equivalent Experience
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law.
Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas.
Licenses Or Certifications
License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Assistant City Attorney IIEducation And/or Equivalent Experience
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
Three (3) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Licenses Or Certifications
License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Assistant City Attorney IIIEducation And/or Equivalent Experience
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
Seven (7) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Licenses Or Certifications
License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Assistant City Attorney IVEducation And/or Equivalent Experience
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
Twelve (12) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Licenses Or Certifications
License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Assistant City Attorney VEducation And/or Equivalent Experience
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
Eighteen (18) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Licenses Or Certifications
License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Notes to Applicants
The mission of the Law Department is to provide quality legal services to the City of Austin so that it can govern lawfully with the highest level of integrity and serve the community effectively. As the chief legal advisor for the City, the Law Department provides legal advice and representation to the Mayor, City Council, City Officers, City Manager, city departments, boards, and commissions of the City.
The City Attorneys' Office is committed to providing excellent, timely, and cost-effective legal advice to our clients to support their efforts to serve the citizens of Austin. The Law Department is organized into seven legal practice divisions. Although the department's attorneys are assigned to practice in a specific division, they are trained to have a general knowledge of municipal law practice because many legal issues cross practice areas. The Law Department has a diverse staff of talented professionals with the expertise to provide comprehensive legal services for the wide variety of legal issues facing our city.
Division OverviewThe Land Use and Real Estate Division provides advice and counsel to City departments on issues related to land use, housing, real estate, and permitting and development. The attorneys in the division work closely with the Office of Real Estate Services, Animal Services Office, and Planning, Housing, Watershed Protection, Parks and Development Services Departments. The attorneys in the division also provide legal support to the Planning Commission, Zoning and Platting Commission, Board of Adjustment, Building and Standards Commission, and the Historic Landmark Commission.
Working with the City of Austin provides a number of benefits including medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click
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for more information.
Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Monday - Friday (hours may vary based on departmental needs and may require time in the office).
Job Close Date
10/23/2023
Type of Posting
External
Department
Law
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Category
Professional
Location
City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the public sector.
Experience or interest in real estate law, including drafting and negotiating real estate transactions such as purchase and sale agreements, restrictive covenants, leases, license agreements, and easements.
Duties, Functions And ResponsibilitiesEssential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesMust possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Criminal Background InvestigationThis position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADAThe City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees:
If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a license to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas?
* How many years of experience do you have as a practicing attorney?
* Describe your experience in working in the public sector. (If you do not have experience, please list N/A.)
* Describe your experience in representing clients in real estate transactions. (If you do not have experience, please list N/A.)
* Describe your experience in drafting and negotiating real estate documents. (If you do not have experience, please list N/A.)
Optional & Required DocumentsRequired Documents: Cover Letter, Resume
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Assistant City Attorney IEducation And/or Equivalent Experience
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law.
Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas.
Licenses Or Certifications
License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Assistant City Attorney IIEducation And/or Equivalent Experience
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
Three (3) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Licenses Or Certifications
License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Assistant City Attorney IIIEducation And/or Equivalent Experience
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
Seven (7) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Licenses Or Certifications
License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Assistant City Attorney IVEducation And/or Equivalent Experience
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
Twelve (12) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Licenses Or Certifications
License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Assistant City Attorney VEducation And/or Equivalent Experience
Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
Eighteen (18) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Licenses Or Certifications
License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Notes to Applicants
The mission of the Law Department is to provide quality legal services to the City of Austin so that it can govern lawfully with the highest level of integrity and serve the community effectively. As the chief legal advisor for the City, the Law Department provides legal advice and representation to the Mayor, City Council, City Officers, City Manager, city departments, boards, and commissions of the City.
The City Attorneys' Office is committed to providing excellent, timely, and cost-effective legal advice to our clients to support their efforts to serve the citizens of Austin. The Law Department is organized into seven legal practice divisions. Although the department's attorneys are assigned to practice in a specific division, they are trained to have a general knowledge of municipal law practice because many legal issues cross practice areas. The Law Department has a diverse staff of talented professionals with the expertise to provide comprehensive legal services for the wide variety of legal issues facing our city.
Division OverviewThe Land Use and Real Estate Division provides advice and counsel to City departments on issues related to land use, housing, real estate, and permitting and development. The attorneys in the division work closely with the Office of Real Estate Services, Animal Services Office, and Planning, Housing, Watershed Protection, Parks and Development Services Departments. The attorneys in the division also provide legal support to the Planning Commission, Zoning and Platting Commission, Board of Adjustment, Building and Standards Commission, and the Historic Landmark Commission.
Working with the City of Austin provides a number of benefits including medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click
HERE
for more information.
Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Monday - Friday (hours may vary based on departmental needs and may require time in the office).
Job Close Date
10/23/2023
Type of Posting
External
Department
Law
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Category
Professional
Location
City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the public sector.
Experience or interest in real estate law, including drafting and negotiating real estate transactions such as purchase and sale agreements, restrictive covenants, leases, license agreements, and easements.
Duties, Functions And ResponsibilitiesEssential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesMust possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Criminal Background InvestigationThis position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADAThe City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees:
If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a license to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas?
* How many years of experience do you have as a practicing attorney?
* Describe your experience in working in the public sector. (If you do not have experience, please list N/A.)
* Describe your experience in representing clients in real estate transactions. (If you do not have experience, please list N/A.)
* Describe your experience in drafting and negotiating real estate documents. (If you do not have experience, please list N/A.)
Optional & Required DocumentsRequired Documents: Cover Letter, Resume
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