What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Assistant City Attorney position at Racine?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: INTRODUCTION: The City of Racine, Wisconsin, is
seeking a talented part-time attorney with two to five years of
experience who is interested in serving the City of Racine on matters of
general municipal law and municipal court prosecution under Wisconsin
law and Racine ordinances. The selected attorney will represent the City
as opportunities are delegated by the City Attorney. POSITION PURPOSE:
Under the direction of the City Attorney, each Assistant City Attorney
performs legal duties as assigned. The Part-Time Assistant City Attorney
to be hired under this recruitment will principally be responsible for
issues related to Wisconsin Public Records Law responses, prosecution of
traffic citations in municipal and circuit court, and the performance of
other duties as assigned. This is a part-time position that requires an
average of 15 to 20 hours of work per week. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: (These
examples do not list all the duties that may be assigned. Duties are
assigned at the discretion of the City Attorney.) Serves as an advisor
to City commissions and committees as needed. Must be available to
attend evening meetings with prior notice. Must be available to attend
weekly office meetings on Monday afternoons. Serves as a prosecutor of
Municipal Court actions including traffic and ordinance violations.
Assists with reviewing and responding to Wisconsin Public Records Law
requests. Renders legal opinions and advice to alders and department
heads, and researches and answers questions from the public regarding
city business. Drafts ordinances and other legislation on an as needed
basis. Conducts legal research, drafts legal opinions, writes
correspondence, and performs general office duties on matters pertaining
to the City. Attention to detail is required. Maintains a consistent and
reliable attendance record. Assists as requested in other activities of
the City Attorney\'s Office. Performs other duties as assigned by City
Attorney. ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS OF THE POSITION: Work has
minimal exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a
moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). Work
may be stressful. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION: This work requires the
occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force; work regularly
requires sitting, oral and written communication and comprehension, and
using hands to finger, handle or feel, and occasionally requires moving,
reaching, pushing or pulling, lifting and repetitive motions; work will
occur both on-site in municipal buildings and off-site, and the ability
to appear on-site for meetings, court appearances, and at other
designated times is required; work has standard vision requirements;
vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by
means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at
normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written
or computer data, operating machines and observing general surroundings
and activities. Stationary fatigue from lengthy sedentary work and
visual concentration. EQUIPMENT USED: Laptop computer, landline
telephone, mobile phone, modems, photocopier, scanner, printer, telefax,
and ordinary office equipment. This job description is intended to
identify essential duties and also illustrates other types of duties
that may be assigned. It should not be interpreted as describing all of
the duties that will be required of an employee or be used to limit the
nature and extent of assignments that an individual is required to
perform. In addition to the responsibilities and duties listed, it is
expected that employees maintain a consistent and reliable attendance
record. Job descriptions are subject to revision at any time at the
discretion of the City of Racine. The City of Racine is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act, the City will provid reasonable accommodations to qualified
individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and
current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
\*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Juris Doctorate required. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: License to practice law
in good standing in the state of Wisconsin; minimum two years\'
experience in municipal law or equivalent government or civil law
practice. PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working in government
Law, Administrative Law, And/or Litigation. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND
ABILITIES REQUIRED: Considerable knowledge of the operation of municipal
government is preferred. Considerable knowledge of municipal, state, and
federal law affecting Wisconsin municipalities. Considerable knowledge
of administrative and civil procedure, and of the rules of evidence.
Excellent legal research and writing abilities. Considerable knowledge
of the methods of pleading cases and of effective techniques in the
presentation of cases; knowledge of the proceedings of appellate courts.
Ability to apply legal principles, practices, methods, and techniques to
solve difficult legal problems. Ability to analyze, appraise and
organize facts, evidence, and legal precedents in difficult cases, and
to prepare such materials in clear and logical form for oral or written
presentation as briefs, opinions, orders, or decisions. Ability to
understand and interpret constitutional provisions, statutes, municipal
ordinances, administrative regulations, and legal precedents. Ability to
analyze legal documents and instruments. Excellent communication skills
to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Ability
to deal tactfully and effectively with state administrative officials,
local governmental officials, employees, law enforcement officers, and
the general public. Ability to work with limited supervision. Ability to
supervise administrative staff as necessary. Proficiency with Microsoft
Office products, Adobe Acrobat, LexisNexis, and other legal and
administrative software. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
Online
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/racinewi/jobs/5243985/part-time-assistant-city-attorney?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
seeking a talented part-time attorney with two to five years of
experience who is interested in serving the City of Racine on matters of
general municipal law and municipal court prosecution under Wisconsin
law and Racine ordinances. The selected attorney will represent the City
as opportunities are delegated by the City Attorney. POSITION PURPOSE:
Under the direction of the City Attorney, each Assistant City Attorney
performs legal duties as assigned. The Part-Time Assistant City Attorney
to be hired under this recruitment will principally be responsible for
issues related to Wisconsin Public Records Law responses, prosecution of
traffic citations in municipal and circuit court, and the performance of
other duties as assigned. This is a part-time position that requires an
average of 15 to 20 hours of work per week. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: (These
examples do not list all the duties that may be assigned. Duties are
assigned at the discretion of the City Attorney.) Serves as an advisor
to City commissions and committees as needed. Must be available to
attend evening meetings with prior notice. Must be available to attend
weekly office meetings on Monday afternoons. Serves as a prosecutor of
Municipal Court actions including traffic and ordinance violations.
Assists with reviewing and responding to Wisconsin Public Records Law
requests. Renders legal opinions and advice to alders and department
heads, and researches and answers questions from the public regarding
city business. Drafts ordinances and other legislation on an as needed
basis. Conducts legal research, drafts legal opinions, writes
correspondence, and performs general office duties on matters pertaining
to the City. Attention to detail is required. Maintains a consistent and
reliable attendance record. Assists as requested in other activities of
the City Attorney\'s Office. Performs other duties as assigned by City
Attorney. ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS OF THE POSITION: Work has
minimal exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a
moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). Work
may be stressful. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION: This work requires the
occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force; work regularly
requires sitting, oral and written communication and comprehension, and
using hands to finger, handle or feel, and occasionally requires moving,
reaching, pushing or pulling, lifting and repetitive motions; work will
occur both on-site in municipal buildings and off-site, and the ability
to appear on-site for meetings, court appearances, and at other
designated times is required; work has standard vision requirements;
vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by
means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at
normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written
or computer data, operating machines and observing general surroundings
and activities. Stationary fatigue from lengthy sedentary work and
visual concentration. EQUIPMENT USED: Laptop computer, landline
telephone, mobile phone, modems, photocopier, scanner, printer, telefax,
and ordinary office equipment. This job description is intended to
identify essential duties and also illustrates other types of duties
that may be assigned. It should not be interpreted as describing all of
the duties that will be required of an employee or be used to limit the
nature and extent of assignments that an individual is required to
perform. In addition to the responsibilities and duties listed, it is
expected that employees maintain a consistent and reliable attendance
record. Job descriptions are subject to revision at any time at the
discretion of the City of Racine. The City of Racine is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act, the City will provid reasonable accommodations to qualified
individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and
current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
\*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Juris Doctorate required. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: License to practice law
in good standing in the state of Wisconsin; minimum two years\'
experience in municipal law or equivalent government or civil law
practice. PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working in government
Law, Administrative Law, And/or Litigation. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND
ABILITIES REQUIRED: Considerable knowledge of the operation of municipal
government is preferred. Considerable knowledge of municipal, state, and
federal law affecting Wisconsin municipalities. Considerable knowledge
of administrative and civil procedure, and of the rules of evidence.
Excellent legal research and writing abilities. Considerable knowledge
of the methods of pleading cases and of effective techniques in the
presentation of cases; knowledge of the proceedings of appellate courts.
Ability to apply legal principles, practices, methods, and techniques to
solve difficult legal problems. Ability to analyze, appraise and
organize facts, evidence, and legal precedents in difficult cases, and
to prepare such materials in clear and logical form for oral or written
presentation as briefs, opinions, orders, or decisions. Ability to
understand and interpret constitutional provisions, statutes, municipal
ordinances, administrative regulations, and legal precedents. Ability to
analyze legal documents and instruments. Excellent communication skills
to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Ability
to deal tactfully and effectively with state administrative officials,
local governmental officials, employees, law enforcement officers, and
the general public. Ability to work with limited supervision. Ability to
supervise administrative staff as necessary. Proficiency with Microsoft
Office products, Adobe Acrobat, LexisNexis, and other legal and
administrative software. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
Online
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/racinewi/jobs/5243985/part-time-assistant-city-attorney?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs