Salt Lake City Corporation
Senior City Attorney
Salt Lake City Corporation, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Salt Lake City Corporation - Senior City Attorney
Salt Lake City, UtahUnder the general administrative direction of the City Attorney, incumbent performs highly responsible and complex legal work in the City Attorney's Office. Works independently and applies professional judgment in providing legal advice and support, including the preparation and presentation of cases. Requires complex problem solving and skillful legal strategy in dealing with complex and politically charged issues. May instruct and direct subordinate professional and clerical employees. Work is performed in accordance with general policies and in close collaboration with the City Attorney or Deputy City Attorneys.ABOUT THIS POSITION:This position serves as primary counsel to the Redevelopment Agency (RDA) of Salt Lake City and will advise on legal matters related to real estate, loans, and other transactional matters pertinent to the RDA's mission.POSITION SALARY RANGE:$156,377 to $191,128 annually depending on qualifications.TYPICAL DUTIES:Prepares ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and memoranda for study and consideration by City Attorney and/or other City officials.Represents the city in civil proceedings in all federal and state courts and in administrative agencies.Prepares and reviews legal opinions and advises city officials, department heads, boards, commissions, and employees on legal questions.May be assigned to any legal work in the City Attorney’s Office. Responsible for highly complex legal work.Performs related duties as required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Graduation from a recognized college of law with a JD or LL.B degree and one of the following: (1) a minimum of six years of full-time paid employment in the practice of law, (2) a minimum of five years full-time paid employment in the practice of law with at least three of those years working for a municipality, or (3) a minimum of six years full-time paid employment working for a municipality or governmental entity advising on and/or implementing policy, ordinances, or legislation.Must be a member in good standing of the Utah State Bar or have the ability to become a member within a reasonable amount of time.Ability to analyze, appraise and organize facts, evidence and proceedings, and to effectively present such material orally and in writing.Demonstrated skill in organizing, analyzing and retaining familiarity with large numbers of complex court cases and/or transactional matters.Extensive knowledge of principles of civil law, judicial procedures and rules of evidence.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the City Attorney’s Office, other employees, court officials, and the public.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Extensive knowledge of law affecting municipal corporations.WORKING CONDITIONS:Comfortable working positions, handling light weights, intermittent sitting, standing and walking. Frequent exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior, workload and consequence of decisions.Full Time/Part Time:
Full timeScheduled Hours:
40Need help applying?
Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slc.gov.BENEFITS:
Full-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including health insurance, HSA or Flex Account, dental, vision and life insurance, city-paid retirement contributions, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.VETERAN EMPLOYER:
Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses.ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP:
Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds.
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Salt Lake City, UtahUnder the general administrative direction of the City Attorney, incumbent performs highly responsible and complex legal work in the City Attorney's Office. Works independently and applies professional judgment in providing legal advice and support, including the preparation and presentation of cases. Requires complex problem solving and skillful legal strategy in dealing with complex and politically charged issues. May instruct and direct subordinate professional and clerical employees. Work is performed in accordance with general policies and in close collaboration with the City Attorney or Deputy City Attorneys.ABOUT THIS POSITION:This position serves as primary counsel to the Redevelopment Agency (RDA) of Salt Lake City and will advise on legal matters related to real estate, loans, and other transactional matters pertinent to the RDA's mission.POSITION SALARY RANGE:$156,377 to $191,128 annually depending on qualifications.TYPICAL DUTIES:Prepares ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and memoranda for study and consideration by City Attorney and/or other City officials.Represents the city in civil proceedings in all federal and state courts and in administrative agencies.Prepares and reviews legal opinions and advises city officials, department heads, boards, commissions, and employees on legal questions.May be assigned to any legal work in the City Attorney’s Office. Responsible for highly complex legal work.Performs related duties as required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Graduation from a recognized college of law with a JD or LL.B degree and one of the following: (1) a minimum of six years of full-time paid employment in the practice of law, (2) a minimum of five years full-time paid employment in the practice of law with at least three of those years working for a municipality, or (3) a minimum of six years full-time paid employment working for a municipality or governmental entity advising on and/or implementing policy, ordinances, or legislation.Must be a member in good standing of the Utah State Bar or have the ability to become a member within a reasonable amount of time.Ability to analyze, appraise and organize facts, evidence and proceedings, and to effectively present such material orally and in writing.Demonstrated skill in organizing, analyzing and retaining familiarity with large numbers of complex court cases and/or transactional matters.Extensive knowledge of principles of civil law, judicial procedures and rules of evidence.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the City Attorney’s Office, other employees, court officials, and the public.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Extensive knowledge of law affecting municipal corporations.WORKING CONDITIONS:Comfortable working positions, handling light weights, intermittent sitting, standing and walking. Frequent exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior, workload and consequence of decisions.Full Time/Part Time:
Full timeScheduled Hours:
40Need help applying?
Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slc.gov.BENEFITS:
Full-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including health insurance, HSA or Flex Account, dental, vision and life insurance, city-paid retirement contributions, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.VETERAN EMPLOYER:
Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses.ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP:
Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds.
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