Assistant City Attorney IV — Strategic City Counsel

Austin Bar As; Austin (TX); Híbrido; USD 110.000 - 141.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Hybrid schedule

40-hour work week

Descripción de la vacante

City of Austin seeks an Assistant City Attorney IV to provide legal services under the City Attorney. The role may advise senior management and departments, conduct complex research, draft legal documents, and represent the City in various matters.

Ideal candidates have extensive practice before Texas courts, familiarity with municipal governance, and the ability to mentor junior attorneys. A hybrid work arrangement is offered with a focus on delivering effective municipal legal support.

Formación

• Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas.
• Twelve (12) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney.

Responsabilidades

• Provide advanced level legal advice to elected officials and senior management.
• Perform complex legal research on issues with high political/financial impact.
• Prepare legal documents for complex matters.
• Lead representation of the City in internal and external legal matters.

Conocimientos

Knowledge of Texas local governmentLaw

Knowledge of City of Austin Charter

Knowledge of court procedures and evid

Legal research and writing

Communication skills (oral & written)

Analytical problem solving

Departmental systems proficiency

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Mentoring and leadership

Educación

ABA-accredited law school

Active Texas Bar admission

Descripción del empleo

City of Austin seeks an Assistant City Attorney IV to provide legal services under the City Attorney. The role may advise senior management and departments, conduct complex research, draft legal documents, and represent the City in various matters.

Ideal candidates have extensive practice before Texas courts, familiarity with municipal governance, and the ability to mentor junior attorneys. A hybrid work arrangement is offered with a focus on delivering effective municipal legal support.