Assistant City Attorney II
City of Chesapeake Virginia
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Job summary
The City of Chesapeake, VA seeks an experienced Assistant City Attorney II to provide legal services to the City. The successful candidate will perform difficult administrative work, prepare legal documents, advise on law, conduct research, participate in court proceedings and supervise clerical staff under general supervision.
Responsibilities include researching law, drafting memos, reviewing legal documents, attending meetings for guidance, and supporting major litigation with the City
Qualifications
- Requires a Juris Doctorate.
- Minimum of two years of related, full-time experience.
- Virginia Bar license or eligibility is required.
- Valid driver's license and driving record compliant with City standards.
Responsibilities
- Performs legal research and presents findings to supervisor.
- Reviews and drafts ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases, pleadings and other legal documents.
- Attends meetings to provide legal guidance to boards, commissions and department heads.
Skills
Education
Job description
Working Title of Vacant Position
Assistant City Attorney II
Full Time
Public
1
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY ATTORNEY
2026409
40+
Days: Monday – Friday Shift: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Chesapeake, VA
O - Occasional
GE20
Semi-Monthly
$87,075 – $115,374; Based on qualifications and experience.
Are you a professional looking to serve the community? Join Our Team! The City of Chesapeake is seeking an experienced individual to fill the role of Assistant City Attorney II. The successful candidate will perform difficult and responsible administrative work in the rendering of legal services for the City of Chesapeake. The class is responsible for preparing legal documents, providing legal advice, conducting legal research, participating in court proceedings and supervising clerical staff. The class works under general supervision.
- Performs legal research and presents findings to supervisor. Prepares legal memoranda setting forth facts, issues and legal recommendations, for signature by the City Attorney.
- Reviews and drafts ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases, pleadings, writs, releases, franchises, and other legal documents for review by the City Attorney.
- Attends meetings to provide legal guidance to assigned boards and commissions and departments heads. Responds to inquiries for legal information from City employees.
- Assists the City Attorney and the Deputy City Attorney in handling major litigation and special projects by performing legal research and preparing documents as may be directed.
- Attends court proceedings as representative of departments for collections, code violations and other matters which impact the City. Assists in major litigation and helps prepare cases for trial by interviewing witnesses, examining law and evidence and preparing discovery.
- Attends civic league and other citizen forums to assist City staff members with legal issues that may arise.
- Provides legal input to the City’s Legislative Liaison upon request, and prepares updates to the City Code as needed to comply with changes in State Law.
- Assists in land acquisitions including plat review, title searches, correspondence with landowners, preparation of resolutions, certificate and petitions, and filing documents with the court.
- Performs related tasks as required
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires a Juris doctorate.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Requires a Commonwealth of Virginia Law License, or eligibility for membership in the Virginia Bar. Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
08/25/2026
09/25/2026
No
L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Walking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Twisting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Climbing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Balancing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Office equipment to include computers, telephone, and copier.
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
N = Never
N = Never
N = Never
N = Never
N = Never
S = Seasonally
N = Never
If Other, Description D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
S = Seasonally
N = Never
N = Never
N = Never
N = Never
N = Never
Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
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