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Chesapeake, VA | Full Time
$143k-179k (estimate)
2 Months Ago
Assistant City Attorney IV
$125k-158k (estimate)
Full Time | Heavy Civil Construction
2 Months Ago
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City of Chesapeake is Hiring an Assistant City Attorney IV Near Chesapeake, VA
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Assistant City Attorney IV
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CITY ATTORNEY
Division
CITY ATTORNEY
Requisition Number
2024157
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
O - Occasional
Pay Grade
GE25
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$103,985.00 minimum. Salary commensurate with experience.
Job Description
Are you a professional looking to serve the community? Join our team! The City of Chesapeake is seeking an experienced individual to fill the role of Assistant City Attorney IV. The successful candidate will render high level legal services to the City of Chesapeake and assist with oversight of departmental operations. The position is responsible for preparing complex legal documents, providing legal advice, conducting legal research, representing the City in court proceedings, mediating disputes, and supervising staff. The position works within broad policy and organizational guidelines; independently plans and implements projects; and reports progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings.
- Provides legal advice on complex issues to departments and agencies of the City; provides oral and written legal opinions.
- Drafts ordinances, contracts, petitions, motions, orders, pleadings, resolutions, leases, deeds, license agreements, policies, writs and other legal documents.
- Reviews, revises, and approves proposed ordinances, contracts, policies, procedures, and other documents for legal sufficiency.
- Provides legal representation to the City in judiciary and administrative proceedings, including trial and appellate work. Serves as “first chair” litigator in major court cases and manages significant caseload, including interviewing witnesses, preparing and reviewing exhibits, legal research, evidentiary motions.
- Provides specific legal guidance and representation to City staff in ongoing matters before the court and administrative and regulatory bodies.
- Participates in mediation and pre-trial settlement conferences and makes recommendations to the City Attorney regarding proposed resolution of disputes.
- Attends citizen meetings for purposes of responding to legal questions and providing legal explanation of City programs and issues.
- Assists the City Attorney in administrative investigations concerning matters of concern to the City Council and the City Manager.
- Assists the City Attorney and Deputy City Attorney in providing oversight of office management and supervision of staff, including training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, and recommending disciplinary action.
- Attends staff, commission, Council, Board, and other professional meetings to exchange information or provide legal counsel.
- Facilitates major property acquisitions for City projects, including title work, document preparation, and condemnations. Conducts real estate closings.
- Mediates disputes involving the City or any of its boards, commissions, or committees.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONALREQUIREMENT:
Requires a Juris doctorate.
EXPERIENCEREQUIREMENTS:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of four years of related, full-time experience in the practice of local government law or equivalent experience.
SPECIALCERTIFICATIONSANDLICENSES:
Requires a Juris doctorate.
EXPERIENCEREQUIREMENTS:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of four years of related, full-time experience in the practice of local government law or equivalent experience.
SPECIALCERTIFICATIONSANDLICENSES:
- Requires a Commonwealth of Virginia Law License, or eligibility for membership in the Virginia Bar.
- Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.
SPECIALREQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
03/28/2024
Job Close Date
05/03/2024
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide a legal writing sample with your application materials.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse ourBenefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse ourBenefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Walking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Lifting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Carrying
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Reaching
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Handling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Twisting
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Climbing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Balancing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Office equipment to include computers, telephone, and copier.
Protective Equipment Required
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
N = Never
Chemical Hazards
N = Never
Electrical Hazards
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
S = Seasonally
Physical Danger or Abuse
N = Never
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
S = Seasonally
Extreme Temperatures
N = Never
Noise and Vibration
N = Never
Fumes and Odors
N = Never
Wetness/Humidity
N = Never
Darkness or Poor Lighting
N = Never
Primary Work Location
Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
Yes, other attorneys in the office.
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Heavy Civil Construction
SALARY
$125k-158k (estimate)
POST DATE
03/29/2023
EXPIRATION DATE
05/06/2024
WEBSITE
cityofchesapeake.net
HEADQUARTERS
CHESAPEAKE, VA
SIZE
1,000 - 3,000
FOUNDED
1963
TYPE
Private
CEO
HENRY B TURNER
REVENUE
$500M - $1B
INDUSTRY
Heavy Civil Construction
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