Assistant County Attorney - Contracts & Real Estate Bureau

Are you a recent law school graduate or early-career attorney seeking to build a rewarding career in municipal law? Are you interested in advising local government on a broad range of transactional, governance, procurement, contracting, and regulatory matters that support the effective delivery of public services and strengthen the communities we serve?

We are actively seeking an Assistant County Attorney to join our team and gain valuable hands-on experience representing a dynamic municipal government while helping advance the interests of our residents, businesses, and community partners.

Responsibilities Include but are Not Limited to:

• Develop terms and conditions of contracts for all assigned projects
• Negotiate, draft, and/or review transactions, contracts, agreements, memoranda of understanding, legislation, opinions and various other legal documents
• Research legal issues related to constitutional law, municipal law, county law, or contractual matters
• Draft and review scopes of service, requests for proposals, requests for qualifications and other procurement related documents
• Provide advice and counsel during transactional/contract development drafting and negotiations regarding potential or actual disputes, legal issues, liability and analyze liability or litigation exposure
• Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion in all aspects of client representation
• Provide well-reasoned, thorough legal opinions and guidance on all legal matters affecting the County
• Assist County clients to ensure compliance with federal, state, county, and local codes, laws, rules, guidelines, and regulations

Required Qualifications:

The successful candidates must have graduated from a school of law with an LLB or JD degree and be admitted to the New York State Bar. Transactional experience is preferred.

Must be able to work collaboratively with County Attorney staff, other attorneys, and other County agencies in a fast paced and demanding environment.

COME JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM!

Besides a competitive salary, our generous compensation package includes comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, deferred compensation, paid leave and retirement plan.

Please submit a Cover letter along with your Resume to jobs@westchestercountyny.gov

Important: In the Subject Line of your email, please include “Assistant County Attorney, Contracts and Real Estate Bureau”

Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Westchester County

Westchester County, located in the heart of the historic Hudson Valley, covers 500 square miles and has a population of just over 1 million. Originally home to Native Americans of the Lenape tribe, it is now a rich mix of diverse cultures and landscapes. The County is a blend of bustling cities, quaint villages, and picturesque towns, as well as open spaces and a network of beautiful parks. Westchester is made up of six cities, 19 towns, and 20 villages. The County is known for its top-notch public schools and high quality of life. It is also an intellectual capital, boasting a highly educated workforce, competitive colleges and universities, Fortune 500 companies, world-changing nonprofits, and cutting-edge research centers. Westchester is led by County Executive Kenneth W. Jenkins, who took office in January 2025 as the tenth County Executive. Focusing on innovation, Jenkins is leveraging technology and fostering business growth to position Westchester as a dynamic and inclusive destination where everyone can thrive. Learn more about Westchester County by visiting www.westchestercountyny.gov