Job description
Position Information
Posting Title
Division Chief
Job Requisition Number
COA088727
Position Number
112759
Job Type
Full-Time
Division Name
City Attorney
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
- Graduation from an accredited school of law plus five (5) years of experience as a practicing attorney with a minimum of three (3) years experience in a lead or supervisory capacity.
Licenses or Certifications:
- Member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas.
Notes to Applicants
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Division Overview:
The General Counsel Division provides advice and counsel to all City departments and operations on employment, labor relations, and civil legal issues. This includes risk analysis and risk mitigation advice; compliance with employment and labor relations standards; assistance with drafting and interpreting policies, procedures, and other documents; and representation of City management in civil service appeals and in external administrative claims involving employment, labor relations, and civil service issues.
In addition, the General Counsel Division provides overall legal advice and counsel to the City’s public safety operations, including the Austin Police Department, Austin Fire Department, and the Austin/Travis County Emergency Medical Services Department.
Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
Monday – Friday, Hours will vary.
This position may require you to work outside of your normal schedule including weekends and evenings.
This position may require you to work outside of your normal schedule including weekends and evenings.
Job Close Date
05/05/2023
Type of Posting
External
Department
Law
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Category
Professional
Location
City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701
Preferred Qualifications
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Assists in the providing of legal advice to management/council/departments.
- Compiles data/information for reports, cost estimates, etc.
- Coordinates research information as requested and/or needed.
- Negotiates with citizens, businesses, attorneys, etc. to resolve legal actions involving the City.
- Writes/drafts legal documents, i.e. contracts, regulations, ordinance amendments, resolution, etc.
- Writes legal opinions.
- Handles complex legal matters requiring substantial legal experience.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
- Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for dismissal.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
- Knowledge of civil and criminal law.
- Knowledge of municipal law and specialized area of law relevant to municipal practice.
- Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
- Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Ability to conduct research on legal problems and prepare opinions.
- Ability to prepare and review legal documents.
- Ability to analyze facts and precedents in order to present them effectively in court.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
Criminal Background Investigation
This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation
EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within
the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
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