County Attorney: Land Use, Contracts & Public Counsel

Rockingham County Virginia; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockingham County Virginia seeks a seasoned County Attorney to provide legal counsel across governance, contracts, land use, and litigation management. The role advises county leadership, attends Board meetings, and guides compliance with FOIA, COIA, and the Virginia Public Records Act.

The office supervises a small team and manages a diverse portfolio including real estate, tax enforcement, and intergovernmental matters.

Responsibilities

• The County Attorney prepares ordinances, deeds, contracts, agreements, leases, franchises, releases, and related legal instruments; reviews procurement, personnel, and administrative matters.
• Provides counsel in growth, development, and public trust; collaborates with the Department of Community Development, Planning Commission, Zoning Administrator, and Subdivision Agent; handles zoning enforcement actions and real estate transactions.
• Oversees litigation, coordinates with outside counsel on bond matters, labor and employment, construction law, and annexation defense; liaises with insurance counsel when County or employees are sued; prosecutes delinquent tax suits; conducts property sales for delinquent taxes.
• Maintains governance practices under FOIA, COIA, and the Virginia Public Records Act; serves as a visible representative of public service.
• Supervises a small staff (eight employees) with a focus on governance, contracts, procurement, land use, zoning enforcement, litigation management, and legislative monitoring; collaborates with County leadership and operating departments.

Job description

Rockingham County Virginia seeks a seasoned County Attorney to provide legal counsel across governance, contracts, land use, and litigation management. The role advises county leadership, attends Board meetings, and guides compliance with FOIA, COIA, and the Virginia Public Records Act.

The office supervises a small team and manages a diverse portfolio including real estate, tax enforcement, and intergovernmental matters.