Deputy County Counsel - Litigation

County of Sonoma

Santa Rosa, CA

Deputy County Counsel - Litigation

Salary: 147,455.03 - 204,976.06 Annually

Closing Date: Continuous

Join our team of attorneys and staff committed to improving our communities and the quality of life in Sonoma County. Advance your legal career in public service as a Deputy County Counsel III - Litigation!

This position is being recruited at the II and III levels. To be considered for either level, please apply to the separate, concurrent recruitments.

• Deputy County Counsel II - Litigation

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sonoma/jobs/5133723/deputy-county-counsel-ii-litigation

• Deputy County Counsel III - Litigation

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sonoma/jobs/5133722/deputy-county-counsel-iii-litigation

Sonoma County Counsel, Robert Pittman, and his dedicated team work collaboratively with one another, both in the office and remotely, to provide the highest quality legal counsel and guidance to the County's various departments and agencies. County Counsel's highly motivated, collegial team of attorneys and staff are committed to providing excellent public services, improving and enriching the quality of life for all Sonoma County residents. 

This position will be exposed to a variety of County Counsel’s practice areas, such as County Operations, Resources, and Environment (CORE), and Health and Human Services. Our team members are innovative problem-solvers that work effectively together and independently, to prepare and present civil cases before various administrative bodies as well as state and federal courts.

This position is for governmental civil legal practice, with an expected focus on civil or public law litigation defense, including discovery, trial, writ, appellate work, Public Records Act compliance, and general public law. 

What We Offer

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:

• Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range

• Career Advancement - With time and good performance, the opportunity for advancement to Deputy County Counsel IV ($90.62 - $110.16/hour)

• Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year

• Staff Development/Wellness - Annual benefit allowances of up to $2,000 and ongoing education/training opportunities

• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee family health plan options

• Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits

• Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security

• Incentive Retirement Savings Plan (IRSP) and 457 Voluntary Deferred Compensation - 3%/1.9% of salary County contribution to a 401(a), in addition to the County matching up to 1% of base salary in 401(a), based upon employee contribution

• Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment

• Additional Benefits: Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more

• Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment

• Student Loan Debt Relief – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

Learn more and apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sonoma

*Salary is negotiable within the established range for the position and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit www. yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.