DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY I-II (LITIGATION)

About the role

The Long Beach City Attorney’s Office seeks a full-time Trial Attorney to join the Litigation Division. This role is ideal for a seasoned defense litigator with courtroom experience and the ability to handle a robust caseload.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead courtroom counsel for jury trials and hearings in Superior Court and U.S. District Court
• Direct all phases of litigation from initial case intake through resolution
• Use targeted motion practice and focused discovery, including fact and expert witness depositions, to execute defense strategy
• Formulate deep liability and damages analysis to provide sound legal advice to City officials regarding liability and risk management
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested

Requirements

• To file: Graduation from law school accredited by the ABA or California Committee of Bar Examiners
• A member of the California State Bar in good standing with no prior history of discipline
• Two years of civil litigation experience as an attorney
• A valid California Class C driver's license

Qualifications

• Current and detailed knowledge of civil litigation, including California civil procedure and evidence
• Strong legal writing and research ability, including using Westlaw
• Clear and concise communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, especially Outlook and Word
• A team-first attitude
• Civil and courteous interaction with all people
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Benefits

• Retirement - CalPERS with a benefit of 2.5% @ 55 for Classic members or 2% at 62 for new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the limitations set by PERS
• Vacation - Twelve (12) days after one year of service; 15 days after 4½ years of service; 20 days after 19½ years of service
• Executive Leave - Forty (40) hours per year
• Sick Leave - Ninety-six (96) hours or twelve (12) days per year, with unlimited accrual; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits
• Paid Parental Leave - After six (6) months of City employment, up to 30 calendar days (160 hours) of PPL, taken in full- day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17)
• Holidays - Eleven (11) designated holidays per year plus four (4) personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion
• Health Insurance - Two medical plans are available: HMO or PPO. The City pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/dental plan selected
• Dental Insurance - Two dental plans are available for employees and dependents: HMO or PPO
• Vision - Comprehensive exams covered every 12 months with discounts on exams and on glasses/contacts
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Optional election for employees to reduce taxable income for payment of allowable childcare or medical expenses
• Life Insurance - City-paid term life insurance policy
• Disability - City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Management Physical - Annual City-paid physical examination
• Deferred Compensation 457(b) Plan - City contributes $250 a month to a supplementary retirement savings program available through Mission Square
• Bereavement Leave - Five paid bereavement leave (BL) days per eligible family member death or critical illness (where death appears imminent), with a maximum of three occurrences in a calendar year (up to fifteen maximum paid days)
• Monthly Transportation Allowance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness - May be eligible
• Alternate Work Schedule - 9/80 (Alternate Fridays off)
• Hybrid Work Program - Combination of in-office and telecommuting

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Application Instructions

To be considered, applicants must submit a complete application packet which includes an online application, supplemental questionnaire, proof of degree(s), and a cover letter and resume in PDF format. The application, cover letter and resume should highlight all areas in which applicants have developed expertise, matching their professional experience as it relates to the position. Incomplete application packets that clearly do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered. The most qualified applicants will be invited to continue in the selection process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We value diversity in our workforce and are committed to creating a workplace where every employee is respected and included. We strive to reflect the diversity of our community at all levels of the organization, promote fair and equitable employment practices, advance equity, and inclusion through our work with staff and community partners, and promote transparency by publishing workforce demographic information, including diversity and pay data by race and gender.

Background Check

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this recruitment, please email cityattorney@longbeach.gov. For technical support with governmentjobs.com application, contact (855) 524-5627.