Role OverviewThe Assistant City Attorney IV - Municipal Operations provides legal services to and on behalf of the City of Austin. The role involves providing advanced level legal advice to elected officials and senior management on complex issues. The position requires a high level of political and financial impact, and the attorney may supervise other attorneys or staff on an acting or interim basis.
What You Will Do
The main responsibilities of this role include providing legal advice, conducting research, preparing legal documents, and acting as a lead representative of the City in complex internal and external legal matters. The attorney may also supervise other attorneys or staff and provide mentoring and training to lower-level attorneys.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role requires a strong understanding of substantive laws applicable to Texas local governments, as well as knowledge of the City of Austin Charter, Code, and administrative policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and presentation skills, as well as the ability to analyze and problem solve in a timely fashion.
Requirements
- Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
- Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
- Twelve (12) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid leave time
- Comprehensive retirement plan
- Training opportunities
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