Assistant City Attorney I/II - City Prosecution

Washington State Association of Municipal Attorneys; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Everett is accepting applications for the appointive position of Assistant City Attorney I or Assistant City Attorney II in the City Prosecutor’s Office. The role features civil and criminal casework, including preparing opinions, drafting ordinances, and representing the city at hearings.

Open until filled, this attorney position requires a law degree and admission to the Washington State Bar. The appointment level (I or II) depends on experience and workload, with salary ranges

Responsibilities

• Perform legal research and prepare opinions on various legal problems for city departments, governing boards or officials.
• Prepare and draft ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases and other legal documents.
• Provide analysis and response to legislative developments and city and public inquiries.
• Investigate claims and complaints by or against the city and recommend action to be taken.
• Prepare cases for hearings and represent the city in hearings.
• Serve as a prosecuting attorney for the city; prepare and try cases both with and without juries.
• Prosecute criminal violations of city ordinances, traffic infractions or parking violations.
• Review and draft proposed and new local, state and federal legislation.

Education

Law degree

0-2 years experience

Admission to the Washington State Bar Association

Law degree

Minimum of 3 years as a practicing licensed attorney

Admission to the Washington State Bar Association

Job description

The City of Everett is accepting applications for the appointive position of Assistant City Attorney I or Assistant City Attorney II in the City Prosecutor’s Office. The role features civil and criminal casework, including preparing opinions, drafting ordinances, and representing the city at hearings.

Open until filled, this attorney position requires a law degree and admission to the Washington State Bar. The appointment level (I or II) depends on experience and workload, with salary ranges