City of Tempe
City Attorney*
City of Tempe, Tempe, Arizona, us, 85285
CITY ATTORNEY
This recruitment will close on March 6, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.Annual Salary Range:
$194,000 - $280,000Note to applicants: This position serves at the pleasure of the City Council. The appointment must be approved by City Council and the City Attorney may be removed by City Council at any time with or without cause.The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including:Executive Benefit: $850/month Employer contribution to 401(k) or as additional compensation10% of base salary in employer contribution to deferred compensation13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, 8 hours Winter Holiday LeaveVacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/monthSick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/monthMedical, Dental and Vision BenefitsWellness Program Discount on health premiumsMedical Reimbursement Program; $53/monthTuition Reimbursement; $6,000/yearParticipation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefitSupplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contributionPosition is eligible for 56 hours of additional Paid LeaveTo view the employee benefit summary, please visit: Employee Benefit SummaryDepartment:
City Attorney’s OfficeJob Type:
Full-Time RegularSchedule:
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Job Number:
RC#902032DESCRIPTIONThe purpose of this position is to act as the City’s chief legal advisor by planning, directing, and participating in the provision of complex professional legal services to the Mayor, City Council, City departments and City boards and commissions; to manage the City Attorney’s Office (Civil and Prosecution); and to perform administrative work in directing the legal activities of the City. City of Tempe residency is not a requirement for this position.Job duties include, but are not limited to the following:Coordinate City Attorney’s Office projects with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations; provide legal assistance to the City Manager, Mayor and City Council relative to legal matters affecting the City; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.Oversee the prosecution of criminal cases before the Municipal Court, appeal cases in Superior Court.Assist in preparation of civil cases for trial; investigate claims and complaints by or against the City; try cases before County, State and Federal courts.Draft ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases, and other legal documents; assist in formulating proposed legislation for enactment by the State Legislature in regard to matters of interest to the City.Attend legislative sessions in order to represent and promote the interests of the City before committees and representatives.Attend all City Council meetings as legal counsel and all preparation sessions associated with said meetings; participate on a variety of boards and commissions; attend and participate in professional groups and committees; advise on legal problems and questions; prepare legal opinions for City officials, departments, boards, commissions, and the City Council.Coordinate activities with outside legal counsel and consultants engaged by the City for the preparation and trial of unusually complex and important cases or other significant legal matters in which the City may be involved.Provide guidance to and review the work of the attorneys within the City Attorney’s Office.Develop, plan, and implement City Attorney’s Office goals and objectives; recommend and administer policies and procedures.Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the Office's work plan; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures.Select, train, motivate and evaluate personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSWork Experience:
Requires ten (10) years of experience as a municipal law attorney including trial, transactional, administrative, and supervisory responsibility.Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant’s full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.Education:
Requires a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registrations:
Membership in the State Bar of Arizona (active at the time of application). Inactive members may be considered so long as membership is reactivated by the time of hire.Tempe residency is not required.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSApplicants considered for this job classification must pass the following:Criminal history background investigationESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSFor a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to: Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZThis position is FLSA Exempt which means employees are not eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.Employees in this position are part of the Senior Management Team (SMT).EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
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This recruitment will close on March 6, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.Annual Salary Range:
$194,000 - $280,000Note to applicants: This position serves at the pleasure of the City Council. The appointment must be approved by City Council and the City Attorney may be removed by City Council at any time with or without cause.The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including:Executive Benefit: $850/month Employer contribution to 401(k) or as additional compensation10% of base salary in employer contribution to deferred compensation13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, 8 hours Winter Holiday LeaveVacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/monthSick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/monthMedical, Dental and Vision BenefitsWellness Program Discount on health premiumsMedical Reimbursement Program; $53/monthTuition Reimbursement; $6,000/yearParticipation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefitSupplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contributionPosition is eligible for 56 hours of additional Paid LeaveTo view the employee benefit summary, please visit: Employee Benefit SummaryDepartment:
City Attorney’s OfficeJob Type:
Full-Time RegularSchedule:
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Job Number:
RC#902032DESCRIPTIONThe purpose of this position is to act as the City’s chief legal advisor by planning, directing, and participating in the provision of complex professional legal services to the Mayor, City Council, City departments and City boards and commissions; to manage the City Attorney’s Office (Civil and Prosecution); and to perform administrative work in directing the legal activities of the City. City of Tempe residency is not a requirement for this position.Job duties include, but are not limited to the following:Coordinate City Attorney’s Office projects with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations; provide legal assistance to the City Manager, Mayor and City Council relative to legal matters affecting the City; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.Oversee the prosecution of criminal cases before the Municipal Court, appeal cases in Superior Court.Assist in preparation of civil cases for trial; investigate claims and complaints by or against the City; try cases before County, State and Federal courts.Draft ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases, and other legal documents; assist in formulating proposed legislation for enactment by the State Legislature in regard to matters of interest to the City.Attend legislative sessions in order to represent and promote the interests of the City before committees and representatives.Attend all City Council meetings as legal counsel and all preparation sessions associated with said meetings; participate on a variety of boards and commissions; attend and participate in professional groups and committees; advise on legal problems and questions; prepare legal opinions for City officials, departments, boards, commissions, and the City Council.Coordinate activities with outside legal counsel and consultants engaged by the City for the preparation and trial of unusually complex and important cases or other significant legal matters in which the City may be involved.Provide guidance to and review the work of the attorneys within the City Attorney’s Office.Develop, plan, and implement City Attorney’s Office goals and objectives; recommend and administer policies and procedures.Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the Office's work plan; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures.Select, train, motivate and evaluate personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSWork Experience:
Requires ten (10) years of experience as a municipal law attorney including trial, transactional, administrative, and supervisory responsibility.Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant’s full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.Education:
Requires a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registrations:
Membership in the State Bar of Arizona (active at the time of application). Inactive members may be considered so long as membership is reactivated by the time of hire.Tempe residency is not required.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSApplicants considered for this job classification must pass the following:Criminal history background investigationESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSFor a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to: Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZThis position is FLSA Exempt which means employees are not eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.Employees in this position are part of the Senior Management Team (SMT).EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
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