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County Counsel
County of Tuolumne, California
Sonora, CA
Annual Salary: $197,448.59 – $240,000 DOE/DOQ
The County of Tuolumne, California, is seeking a County Counsel to lead the County's legal department, including a dedicated four-member legal team. With an annual budget of approximately $1.6 million, this department provides high-quality legal services that advance the County's mission while upholding the highest standards of ethics and professionalism. This relationship-oriented and customer-focused executive will serve as a trusted advisor to the Board of Supervisors, executive team, staff, commissions, and special districts, while also overseeing the work of outside counsel for litigation and specialized legal matters.
The ideal candidate is a persuasive, clear, and confident communicator who provides sound legal advice and demonstrates strong decision-making. They take a proactive, client-centered approach, mentor and guide junior attorneys, and ideally bring expertise in labor and employee relations. They demonstrate balanced risk assessment, offering practical and defensible solutions that enable progress while safeguarding the County's legal interests. A creative and solutions-oriented thinker, this leader conveys complex legal concepts in an easy-to-understand manner and approaches challenges with a collaborative, can-do mindset. Reporting directly to the Board of Supervisors, the County Counsel plays a pivotal role in shaping policy, advancing major initiatives, and managing legal matters involving employment and labor relations, land use, emergency management, and public governance. The successful candidate is a seasoned attorney who thrives in a rural environment, exercises sound judgment, and brings an authentic, results-driven leadership style. If you're ready to help guide Tuolumne County toward a future grounded in strong governance, innovation, and community service, apply today!
View the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/a89fd067-cad0-43ba-95e7-081466b565e1
Salary : $197,449 - $240,000