City of Boca Raton
City Attorney
City of Boca Raton, Boca Raton, Florida, us, 33481
Beginning September 11, 2024 , applicants will be reviewed according to the qualifications outlined below. The most qualified candidates will be invited to interview with the City of Boca Raton. Our process will include virtual and in-person interviews.Interested candidates should apply online by accessing the
Boca Raton, FL - City Attorney | GovHR USA
with a cover letter, resume and contact information for five professional references by
October 4, 2024 . Questions regarding the recruitment may be directed to Jim Dinneen, MGT Approved Independent Executive Recruiter; Phone (386) 846-2612.Application Deadline: October 4, 2024
The City of Boca Raton
is seeking a City Attorney to join its leadership team. Boca Raton is the second largest city in Palm Beach County, serving over 100,000 residents and 14,000 businesses. This Atlantic coast city is a thriving part of south Florida’s “Gold Coast,” offering world-class entertainment, dining, and luxury shopping. The sub-tropical climate allows an active lifestyle with year-round enjoyment of the coastline, intracoastal waterway, 49 parks, private and municipal golf courses, and lakes. In 2025, Boca Raton will be celebrating its centennial and rich heritage as a city.The Boca Raton City Charter establishes a council/manager form of government with a five-member City Council elected at-large to designated seats on a non-partisan basis. The City Manager and the City Attorney are appointed by the Council. City government provides a full range of services. All City functions are guided by strategic planning which has a five-year horizon. The City Attorney participates in Strategic Plan projects and is integral to Plan development and implementation.
Legal Department Duties
Serve as legal advisor to the city council and city managerAdvise department heads and city boards through the office of the city managerServe as attorney of record in all civil suits, actions, and legal proceedingsProsecute eminent domain proceedings, ordinance violations, and other civil suits, actions, and legal proceedingsDefend legal actions brought against the cityRender legal opinions requested by the city council or city managerPrepare or approve city ordinances, resolutions, deeds, contracts, and other legal instrumentsEstablish legal department policies and practices for responsive and timely handlingAttend regular and special meetings of the city councilNegotiate the settlement of claims, debts, demands or causes of actionPerform such duties, powers and responsibilities as assigned by the city council or ordinance
Executive Team Duties
Collaborate with the Executive Team in the development and update of the Strategic PlanPartner with the City Council and senior management teams to implement the Strategic PlanBring a broad perspective to Executive Team discussions to encompass a range of stakeholder viewpoints and interestsCommunicate risks and benefits to educate and guide City Council decision makingIdentify options and alternatives to achieve consensus, “get to yes” and solve problemsManage legal department activities consistent with City Council prioritiesParticipate in the identification of a regulatory framework for new development, redevelopment, and Community Redevelopment Agency actions
Qualifications
Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university; member in good standing of the Florida Bar Association and a member of the American Bar Association or the National Bar Association.Ten (10) years of progressively responsible legal experience, including 5 years government practice.Five (5) years supervisory/management experience.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary range starting at $250,000 depending on qualifications and experience.Retirement plan options are available for either defined contribution 401(a) plan or defined benefit pension plan.Executive benefits package includes comprehensive healthcare, generous leave program with sell back opportunities, and professional growth opportunities.POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following employment screening items:Criminal Background CheckEmployment VerificationReference ChecksEducation VerificationCertification/License VerificationAt Will EmploymentEmployees hired by the City of Boca Raton in this classification are considered “at will” employees in the unclassified service of the City who serve at the will of the City Manager.
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with a cover letter, resume and contact information for five professional references by
October 4, 2024 . Questions regarding the recruitment may be directed to Jim Dinneen, MGT Approved Independent Executive Recruiter; Phone (386) 846-2612.Application Deadline: October 4, 2024
The City of Boca Raton
is seeking a City Attorney to join its leadership team. Boca Raton is the second largest city in Palm Beach County, serving over 100,000 residents and 14,000 businesses. This Atlantic coast city is a thriving part of south Florida’s “Gold Coast,” offering world-class entertainment, dining, and luxury shopping. The sub-tropical climate allows an active lifestyle with year-round enjoyment of the coastline, intracoastal waterway, 49 parks, private and municipal golf courses, and lakes. In 2025, Boca Raton will be celebrating its centennial and rich heritage as a city.The Boca Raton City Charter establishes a council/manager form of government with a five-member City Council elected at-large to designated seats on a non-partisan basis. The City Manager and the City Attorney are appointed by the Council. City government provides a full range of services. All City functions are guided by strategic planning which has a five-year horizon. The City Attorney participates in Strategic Plan projects and is integral to Plan development and implementation.
Legal Department Duties
Serve as legal advisor to the city council and city managerAdvise department heads and city boards through the office of the city managerServe as attorney of record in all civil suits, actions, and legal proceedingsProsecute eminent domain proceedings, ordinance violations, and other civil suits, actions, and legal proceedingsDefend legal actions brought against the cityRender legal opinions requested by the city council or city managerPrepare or approve city ordinances, resolutions, deeds, contracts, and other legal instrumentsEstablish legal department policies and practices for responsive and timely handlingAttend regular and special meetings of the city councilNegotiate the settlement of claims, debts, demands or causes of actionPerform such duties, powers and responsibilities as assigned by the city council or ordinance
Executive Team Duties
Collaborate with the Executive Team in the development and update of the Strategic PlanPartner with the City Council and senior management teams to implement the Strategic PlanBring a broad perspective to Executive Team discussions to encompass a range of stakeholder viewpoints and interestsCommunicate risks and benefits to educate and guide City Council decision makingIdentify options and alternatives to achieve consensus, “get to yes” and solve problemsManage legal department activities consistent with City Council prioritiesParticipate in the identification of a regulatory framework for new development, redevelopment, and Community Redevelopment Agency actions
Qualifications
Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university; member in good standing of the Florida Bar Association and a member of the American Bar Association or the National Bar Association.Ten (10) years of progressively responsible legal experience, including 5 years government practice.Five (5) years supervisory/management experience.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary range starting at $250,000 depending on qualifications and experience.Retirement plan options are available for either defined contribution 401(a) plan or defined benefit pension plan.Executive benefits package includes comprehensive healthcare, generous leave program with sell back opportunities, and professional growth opportunities.POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following employment screening items:Criminal Background CheckEmployment VerificationReference ChecksEducation VerificationCertification/License VerificationAt Will EmploymentEmployees hired by the City of Boca Raton in this classification are considered “at will” employees in the unclassified service of the City who serve at the will of the City Manager.
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