Corporation Counsel (Assistant or Associate)

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Description

The City is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative attorney to serve as either Assistant Corporation Counsel or Associate Corporation Counsel, depending on qualifications and experience.

About the role

• Provides specialized legal and administrative support with a primary focus on contract review, negotiation, and compliance.
• Serves as the primary legal resource for contract development and compliance matters.
• Advises City staff on Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and related transparency obligations.
• Assists with other municipal legal matters.
• Assignments and request for services are received from the Corporation Counsel, the City Manager, Department Heads, the City Council and Mayor.

Responsibilities

• Provides specialized legal and administrative support with a primary focus on contract review, negotiation, and compliance.
• Serves as the primary legal resource for contract development and compliance matters.
• Advises City staff on Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and related transparency obligations.
• Assists with other municipal legal matters.
• Assignments and request for services are received from the Corporation Counsel, the City Manager, Department Heads, the City Council and Mayor.

Requirements

• Highly motivated and collaborative attorney.
• Qualifications and experience for either Assistant Corporation Counsel or Associate Corporation Counsel.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract review, negotiation, and compliance.
• Knowledge of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and related transparency obligations.
• Ability to advise City staff and elected/appointed officials on regulatory and administrative matters.
• Experience representing the municipality in administrative proceedings, litigation support, ordinance drafting, and enforcement actions.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with zoning, land use, planning, licensing, and municipal governance.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Inclusive and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Pay

Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

Full-time schedule.

Application

Apply Here

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