City Attorney

W. Brown Creative Partners; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 325,598 - 397,953; Full time

Job summary

The City of Riverside is looking for a strategic and visionary City Attorney to serve as its chief legal advisor. The role includes leading a talented team and managing high-profile legal matters while ensuring the city's legal integrity and operational success. This position demands ethical judgment, public sector expertise, and collaborative communication skills.

Qualifications

• Legal strategist with extensive experience in a civic environment.
• Strong understanding of municipal law and public sector operations.
• Proven leadership abilities in a legal advisory role.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the chief legal advisor to the City Council.
• Oversee litigation and manage contracts for the city.
• Guide legal initiatives that affect local governance.

Skills

Legal Strategy

Public Sector Expertise

Ethical Judgment

Collaborative Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

City Attorney

City of Riverside, California

Previous negotiated salary set at $361,776 per the City's salary schedule; final determination of salary and benefits will be based on qualifications and experience.

The City of Riverside, California is seeking a strategic, principled, and visionary legal professional to serve as its next City Attorney. As the chief legal advisor to the City Council and executive leadership, the City Attorney plays a pivotal role in guiding major initiatives and protecting the City's legal and operational integrity. They oversee a talented legal team of 45.5 staff members and the City Attorney's Office budget of $7.9 million, manage high-profile litigation and complex contracts, and provide trusted counsel on matters that influence the organization and community at every level. The ideal candidate is a respected legal strategist who thrives in a complex civic environment, and possesses strong public sector legal expertise, sound and ethical judgment, and a reputation for fairness, discretion, and clear, collaborative communication. Drive legal stewardship for a thriving, forward-looking City, apply today!

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