City Counselor: Collaborative Municipal Attorney

Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Columbia Township (MO); Hybrid; USD 148,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Columbia is seeking a skilled municipal attorney and manager to serve as its next City Counselor—a proactive problem-solver who leads with collaboration.

Required qualifications include a Juris Doctorate, nine or more years of local government or public-sector law, active Missouri Bar, and a valid driver's license; residency within city limits is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Nine or more years of legal experience in local government or public-sector law.
• Active license to practice law and membership in the Missouri Bar required prior to starting work.
• Juris Doctorate from an accredited program.
• Valid driver's license or reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to the City Council, City Manager, and city departments.
• Lead and manage the City Attorney's Office or a legal division.
• Advise on open meetings/public records, land use, public contracting, and risk management.

Skills

Local government experience

Public-sector law knowledge

Open meetings/public records knowledge

Budget management oversight

Advice to elected body

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Missouri Bar membership

Job description

The City of Columbia is seeking a skilled municipal attorney and manager to serve as its next City Counselor—a proactive problem-solver who leads with collaboration.

Required qualifications include a Juris Doctorate, nine or more years of local government or public-sector law, active Missouri Bar, and a valid driver's license; residency within city limits is preferred but not required.