Are you a legal powerhouse ready to serve as the trusted legal advisor for our vibrant city and its diverse array of departments, committees, and authorities? If you're passionate about municipal law and eager to make a positive impact on our community, we want you on our team!

What You'll Do:

• Serve as the chief legal adviser and attorney for the City Manager, Assistant City Managers, Department Heads, City Council, and other key stakeholders.
• Provide legal guidance and representation to committees, boards, and authorities, including the Economic Development Authority, Planning Commission, Review of Real Estate Assessment Board, Hampton Federal Area Development Authority (FADA), the Treasure, and Commissioner of the Revenue.
• Foster a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability within the City Attorney's Office and across the organization.
• Guide and inspire a team of 15 dedicated full-time employees while steering the strategic allocation of a $1.5 million budget.

What We're Looking For:

• Graduation from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school and a license to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Active membership in good standing with the Virginia State Bar.
• Six (6) to nine (9) years of progressive managerial experience in practicing law, with at least five (5) years in a supervisory capacity.
• Preferably, prior experience in municipal law is desired.
• Thorough knowledge of municipal law, as well as a comprehensive understanding of local, state, and federal laws and court decisions impacting municipalities.
• Proficiency in conducting legal research, preparing clear and concise legal documents and briefs, and adeptness in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex legal agreements, contracts, and settlements.
• Ability to interpret laws, regulations, and policies accurately and make decisions accordingly.
• Demonstrated capability to plan and supervise the work of other attorneys effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and mediation skills are essential.
• Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Commitment to embracing diversity and fostering and maintaining productive working relationships with City officials, community leaders, professional groups, as well local and state entities.

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