Deputy City Attorney – Land Use and Transactional Law

Description

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of “Continuous.” If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

To Apply: To view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page, www.charlottesville.gov/jobs, and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time. USE THE FOLLOWING URL TO APPLY ONLINE: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/charlottesville/jobs/5062932/deputy-city-attorney-land-use-and-transactional-law

The assignment for this Deputy City Attorney focuses on land use and transactional law, including advising City departments, agencies, and boards on matters related to land use, real estate, transactional work, and general municipal law. This role will also address legal issues related to procurement, public works, and utilities. The Deputy City Attorney works under the general direction of the City Attorney and collaborates with other attorneys in the City Attorney’s Office to support the City’s legal needs.

The preferred hiring range for this position is between $110,768.76 – $138,754.14 Annually. The incumbent will receive 80 hours of discretionary leave per calendar year.

Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City’s retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

Performs difficult professional and responsible administrative work in the rendering of legal services, counsel, representation, and regular guidance to assigned portfolio of City agencies, departments, boards, and/or commissions. Prepares legal documents and represents the City in civil litigation.