City of Glendale, CA
Assistant City Attorney/Deputy City Attorney
City of Glendale, CA, Glendale, California, us, 91222
Salary:
See Position DescriptionThe PositionThe City Attorney's Office is recruiting for an attorney to assist the Office in a professional legal capacity. Only one of the advertised positions will be filled depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. Please attach a professional
writing
sample to this application to be considered for this position.Deputy City Attorney$7,299.93 - $10,619.89 / MonthAssistant City Attorney$9,155.73 - $13,318.04 / MonthClassifications in this occupational series perform a wide variety of responsible professional legal work in the Office of the City Attorney. All classifications require graduation from a State of California or American Bar Association (A.B.A.) accredited School of Law and membership in the California State Bar.Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.Acts in the role of deputy city prosecutor in enforcing local Charter and municipal code requirements and shall have the same rights, powers, duties and immunities of a City prosecutor.Researches and renders legal opinions to City officials, staff and municipal boards and commissions. Drafts, reviews and revises various legal documents including ordinances, resolutions, motions, contracts, leases, legal opinions and memoranda, and agenda reports.Reviews and checks specifications, insurance, bonds and other documents. Confers with and advises City departments and boards and commissions concerning their respective duties, powers, functions and obligations; attends meetings of the City Council and City boards and commissions, as needed.Provides advice regarding compliance with Public Records Act and responses to subpoenas.May represent the City in a variety of legal actions, including declaratory and injunctive relief, extraordinary writs, eminent domain, appeals, administrative proceedings and other legal actions.Drives on City business as necessary.Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.Minimum RequirementsKnowledge Of:Administrative laws and practices.Court procedures and rules.Laws, Codes and court decisions.Principles, methods and practices of legal research and investigation.One or more areas of municipal law, including but not limited to, municipal code enforcement, public contracting, procurement, land use, Proposition 26/218, and/or open government and public records laws.Knowledge Of And Skill In:Exceptional customer service practices.Skill In:Making independent judgments and decisions based on standard policy or procedure.Ability To:Provide exceptional customer service practices to those utilizing the services of the City Attorney's Office.Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Define issues, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and make sound recommendations.Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet the standards of performance or the classification by the end of the probationary period.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, City officials and departments, court officials, fellow employees, and the public.Exercise judgment and discretion in problem situations. Foster a teamwork environment.Handle confidential information with discretion. Lead, coach, instruct and motivate employees.Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.Present statements of fact, law and argument clearly and logically.Provide leadership to others within the Department.Read, write, and comprehend directions in English. Research and analyze data.Speak before groups of people.Work independently.Other CharacteristicsWillingness to:Work the necessary hours and times to accomplish goals, objectives, and required tasks of the City Attorney's Office and client departments.Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.Experience RequirementsThe ideal candidate will have up to three years’ experience in the practice of municipal law and/or municipal code enforcement.Assistant City AttorneyThis management classification performs complex, responsible professional legal work without extensive direct supervision and exercises significant independent judgment while under the general supervision of the Senior Assistant City Attorney, Principal Assistant City Attorney Chief Assistant City Attorney, or the City Attorney.Experience:Minimum of three years full-time experience in the practice of municipal law or municipal code enforcement.Education/Training:Graduation from a State of California or American Bar Association (A.B.A.) accredited School of Law.License(s)/Certification(s):Valid Class C California driver's license.Admitted to practice law in California and United States District Court (U.S.D.C.), Central District.Membership in the California State Bar.Note:
An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may substitute for the listed minimum requirements.Exceptional Customer Service PolicyThe City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy.Selection ProcessEVALUATION OF APPLICATION:
All applications, resumes and submitted reference materials will be reviewed and evaluated and only the best-qualified candidates based on applicable experience will be invited to the selection process. In accordance with Civil Service Rule V, Section 10 B, Deputy City Attorneys and Assistant City Attorneys are appointed by the City Attorney and confirmed by the City Council. Due to the high number of applications anticipated, the City of Glendale cannot guarantee that all individuals meeting the minimum requirements for the position(s) will be called for an interview.ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%)
To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and general background for the position.TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED.
Any evaluation will be based on the candidate's education and experience as related to the position. Any examination will be to evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge and skills for the position. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the above stated examination components and/or weights. Should this be necessary, the candidates will be notified of the specific examination components and weights prior to the administration of any examination. The selected candidate will be subject to a background investigation, including LiveScan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.The above listed benefits apply to full-time, salaried positions only.Closing Date/Time:
Continuous
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See Position DescriptionThe PositionThe City Attorney's Office is recruiting for an attorney to assist the Office in a professional legal capacity. Only one of the advertised positions will be filled depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. Please attach a professional
writing
sample to this application to be considered for this position.Deputy City Attorney$7,299.93 - $10,619.89 / MonthAssistant City Attorney$9,155.73 - $13,318.04 / MonthClassifications in this occupational series perform a wide variety of responsible professional legal work in the Office of the City Attorney. All classifications require graduation from a State of California or American Bar Association (A.B.A.) accredited School of Law and membership in the California State Bar.Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.Acts in the role of deputy city prosecutor in enforcing local Charter and municipal code requirements and shall have the same rights, powers, duties and immunities of a City prosecutor.Researches and renders legal opinions to City officials, staff and municipal boards and commissions. Drafts, reviews and revises various legal documents including ordinances, resolutions, motions, contracts, leases, legal opinions and memoranda, and agenda reports.Reviews and checks specifications, insurance, bonds and other documents. Confers with and advises City departments and boards and commissions concerning their respective duties, powers, functions and obligations; attends meetings of the City Council and City boards and commissions, as needed.Provides advice regarding compliance with Public Records Act and responses to subpoenas.May represent the City in a variety of legal actions, including declaratory and injunctive relief, extraordinary writs, eminent domain, appeals, administrative proceedings and other legal actions.Drives on City business as necessary.Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.Minimum RequirementsKnowledge Of:Administrative laws and practices.Court procedures and rules.Laws, Codes and court decisions.Principles, methods and practices of legal research and investigation.One or more areas of municipal law, including but not limited to, municipal code enforcement, public contracting, procurement, land use, Proposition 26/218, and/or open government and public records laws.Knowledge Of And Skill In:Exceptional customer service practices.Skill In:Making independent judgments and decisions based on standard policy or procedure.Ability To:Provide exceptional customer service practices to those utilizing the services of the City Attorney's Office.Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Define issues, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and make sound recommendations.Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet the standards of performance or the classification by the end of the probationary period.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, City officials and departments, court officials, fellow employees, and the public.Exercise judgment and discretion in problem situations. Foster a teamwork environment.Handle confidential information with discretion. Lead, coach, instruct and motivate employees.Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.Present statements of fact, law and argument clearly and logically.Provide leadership to others within the Department.Read, write, and comprehend directions in English. Research and analyze data.Speak before groups of people.Work independently.Other CharacteristicsWillingness to:Work the necessary hours and times to accomplish goals, objectives, and required tasks of the City Attorney's Office and client departments.Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.Experience RequirementsThe ideal candidate will have up to three years’ experience in the practice of municipal law and/or municipal code enforcement.Assistant City AttorneyThis management classification performs complex, responsible professional legal work without extensive direct supervision and exercises significant independent judgment while under the general supervision of the Senior Assistant City Attorney, Principal Assistant City Attorney Chief Assistant City Attorney, or the City Attorney.Experience:Minimum of three years full-time experience in the practice of municipal law or municipal code enforcement.Education/Training:Graduation from a State of California or American Bar Association (A.B.A.) accredited School of Law.License(s)/Certification(s):Valid Class C California driver's license.Admitted to practice law in California and United States District Court (U.S.D.C.), Central District.Membership in the California State Bar.Note:
An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may substitute for the listed minimum requirements.Exceptional Customer Service PolicyThe City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy.Selection ProcessEVALUATION OF APPLICATION:
All applications, resumes and submitted reference materials will be reviewed and evaluated and only the best-qualified candidates based on applicable experience will be invited to the selection process. In accordance with Civil Service Rule V, Section 10 B, Deputy City Attorneys and Assistant City Attorneys are appointed by the City Attorney and confirmed by the City Council. Due to the high number of applications anticipated, the City of Glendale cannot guarantee that all individuals meeting the minimum requirements for the position(s) will be called for an interview.ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%)
To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and general background for the position.TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED.
Any evaluation will be based on the candidate's education and experience as related to the position. Any examination will be to evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge and skills for the position. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the above stated examination components and/or weights. Should this be necessary, the candidates will be notified of the specific examination components and weights prior to the administration of any examination. The selected candidate will be subject to a background investigation, including LiveScan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.The above listed benefits apply to full-time, salaried positions only.Closing Date/Time:
Continuous
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