What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel position at City of Kenosha?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: SENIOR ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL Kenosha County is
seeking a motivated person to join our Corporation Counsel office as a
Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel. Kenosha County Corporation Counsel
serves as legal counsel to the Kenosha County Board of Supervisors, the
County Executive and to 31 county departments and divisions, as well as
several county boards and commissions. Legal services consist of
conducting legal research, providing legal analysis, giving opinions,
counseling individuals on risks and benefits of actions, and drafting
and revising legal documents. Kenosha County offers candidates the
opportunity to work with a team of motivated professionals committed to
common goals. The position will handle a variety of matters, including
land use, zoning, and real property concerns and will handle mental
commitments, protective placements and guardianships as needed. Join our
team and help make a difference! 2026 Hiring Range: \$90,589 \$107,841
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Handle Various Real Estate Transactions And
real property matters including acquisitions, sales, and evictions. Work
with other County personnel on taking and disposing of tax delinquent
properties. Give legal advice and opinions when asked and consult with
other attorneys when unable to provide an answer. Represent Kenosha
County\'s interests in civil litigation and with regards to claims and
lawsuits filed against Kenosha County. Review claims filed against the
county and assess possible liability, defenses, and damage exposure.
Work with risk management in evaluating and settling the larger claims
as requested or assigned. Draft legal documents for Kenosha County
clients. Analyze current laws on the ordinance books and update them.
Assess risks and liabilities when updating. Review, modify, and approve
existing legal contracts and agreements. Review and revise existing
policies and practices for various departments and entities to determine
if they are in compliance with the current law. Fill in and cover for
another attorney when needed. May have to give presentations regarding
legal process. Step in and act as parliamentarian when called upon at
County Board meetings. Be available if the County Executive or County
Board Chair needs legal analysis. Represent office at community group
meetings. Prepare and appear in court for commitment and guardianship
cases. Perform other work as required or assigned. COMPETENCIES FOR
SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES Knowledge of: Legal research and
resources, general legal concepts and issues pertaining to
municipalities. Work done in other departments and divisions and the
statutory requirements for their work. Land use, zoning, real property,
and taxation law. The law relating to Chapter 51, 54, and 55 of
Wisconsin statutes. Skill in: Courtroom litigation, case management, and
general legal skills. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams to
create documents and communicate. Communication, both verbally and in
writing. Negotiation, analysis, and interpersonal communications.
Ability to: Conduct research in legal issues and apply them to
applicable policies and regulations. Draft and revise legal documents
and policies clearly and concisely. Negotiate with adverse parties and
resolve conflicts. Be creative with information and providing advice.
Work in a group setting. Be flexible with time. Organize files for an
effective presentation to the court. Prepare for meetings and be
available to meet others. Apply municipal law to a variety of situations
and determine responsibilities of each party. Maintain confidentiality
requirements. Work independently to meet deadlines. Remain professional
and courteous at all times. BENEFITS Health, dental and vision insurance
effective first of month following 30 days of employment with the
ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a
wellness program Flexible Spending Accou ts Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off Twelve Paid Holidays Retirement Plan: Participation in the
Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described
here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
Perform The Essential Functions. Light Physical Demands, Such As
exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds
of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to
move objects. Work Environment The work environment and exposures
described here are representative of those an employee encounters while
Performing The Essential Functions Of This Job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions. This role will frequently or often work
in an office or similar indoor environment. Incumbent will sometimes or
occasionally work in the following environments: clinical health care
site and in the community. This role will sometimes or occasionally be
exposed to individuals who are rude or irate and with known violent
backgrounds. SELECTION PROCESS Application Review - Qualifying. Oral
Interview - Qualifying. Background Check - Qualifying. Drug Screen -
Qualifying. If you require accommodations at any point in the selection
process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in
advance for arrangements. To learn more about the Kenosha County
Corporation Counsel Office, Please Visit
https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov/130/Corporation-Counsel Applications
must be submitted no later than Monday, June 15, 2026, at 12:00 noon
(CST). Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating
employer. Your participation is required, which includes an employee
contribution. The pay grade for this position is E12 (Min. \$90,589 Max.
\$125,096). This position is located in Kenosha County which is located
along the shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from
Milwaukee and Chicago. To see why Kenosha County is a great place to
live, work, and play, visit: https://www.visitkenosha.com/ Thank you for
your interest in employment with Kenosha County! \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Three (3) years of legal and court room
experience primarily handling civil or criminal litigations, civil
rights claims, personal injury actions, negligence claims, and/or
experience in municipal matters such as zoning. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs
seeking a motivated person to join our Corporation Counsel office as a
Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel. Kenosha County Corporation Counsel
serves as legal counsel to the Kenosha County Board of Supervisors, the
County Executive and to 31 county departments and divisions, as well as
several county boards and commissions. Legal services consist of
conducting legal research, providing legal analysis, giving opinions,
counseling individuals on risks and benefits of actions, and drafting
and revising legal documents. Kenosha County offers candidates the
opportunity to work with a team of motivated professionals committed to
common goals. The position will handle a variety of matters, including
land use, zoning, and real property concerns and will handle mental
commitments, protective placements and guardianships as needed. Join our
team and help make a difference! 2026 Hiring Range: \$90,589 \$107,841
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Handle Various Real Estate Transactions And
real property matters including acquisitions, sales, and evictions. Work
with other County personnel on taking and disposing of tax delinquent
properties. Give legal advice and opinions when asked and consult with
other attorneys when unable to provide an answer. Represent Kenosha
County\'s interests in civil litigation and with regards to claims and
lawsuits filed against Kenosha County. Review claims filed against the
county and assess possible liability, defenses, and damage exposure.
Work with risk management in evaluating and settling the larger claims
as requested or assigned. Draft legal documents for Kenosha County
clients. Analyze current laws on the ordinance books and update them.
Assess risks and liabilities when updating. Review, modify, and approve
existing legal contracts and agreements. Review and revise existing
policies and practices for various departments and entities to determine
if they are in compliance with the current law. Fill in and cover for
another attorney when needed. May have to give presentations regarding
legal process. Step in and act as parliamentarian when called upon at
County Board meetings. Be available if the County Executive or County
Board Chair needs legal analysis. Represent office at community group
meetings. Prepare and appear in court for commitment and guardianship
cases. Perform other work as required or assigned. COMPETENCIES FOR
SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES Knowledge of: Legal research and
resources, general legal concepts and issues pertaining to
municipalities. Work done in other departments and divisions and the
statutory requirements for their work. Land use, zoning, real property,
and taxation law. The law relating to Chapter 51, 54, and 55 of
Wisconsin statutes. Skill in: Courtroom litigation, case management, and
general legal skills. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams to
create documents and communicate. Communication, both verbally and in
writing. Negotiation, analysis, and interpersonal communications.
Ability to: Conduct research in legal issues and apply them to
applicable policies and regulations. Draft and revise legal documents
and policies clearly and concisely. Negotiate with adverse parties and
resolve conflicts. Be creative with information and providing advice.
Work in a group setting. Be flexible with time. Organize files for an
effective presentation to the court. Prepare for meetings and be
available to meet others. Apply municipal law to a variety of situations
and determine responsibilities of each party. Maintain confidentiality
requirements. Work independently to meet deadlines. Remain professional
and courteous at all times. BENEFITS Health, dental and vision insurance
effective first of month following 30 days of employment with the
ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a
wellness program Flexible Spending Accou ts Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off Twelve Paid Holidays Retirement Plan: Participation in the
Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described
here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
Perform The Essential Functions. Light Physical Demands, Such As
exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds
of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to
move objects. Work Environment The work environment and exposures
described here are representative of those an employee encounters while
Performing The Essential Functions Of This Job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions. This role will frequently or often work
in an office or similar indoor environment. Incumbent will sometimes or
occasionally work in the following environments: clinical health care
site and in the community. This role will sometimes or occasionally be
exposed to individuals who are rude or irate and with known violent
backgrounds. SELECTION PROCESS Application Review - Qualifying. Oral
Interview - Qualifying. Background Check - Qualifying. Drug Screen -
Qualifying. If you require accommodations at any point in the selection
process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in
advance for arrangements. To learn more about the Kenosha County
Corporation Counsel Office, Please Visit
https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov/130/Corporation-Counsel Applications
must be submitted no later than Monday, June 15, 2026, at 12:00 noon
(CST). Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating
employer. Your participation is required, which includes an employee
contribution. The pay grade for this position is E12 (Min. \$90,589 Max.
\$125,096). This position is located in Kenosha County which is located
along the shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from
Milwaukee and Chicago. To see why Kenosha County is a great place to
live, work, and play, visit: https://www.visitkenosha.com/ Thank you for
your interest in employment with Kenosha County! \*\*\*\*\* OTHER
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Three (3) years of legal and court room
experience primarily handling civil or criminal litigations, civil
rights claims, personal injury actions, negligence claims, and/or
experience in municipal matters such as zoning. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs
Salary : $90,589 - $125,096