Deputy City Attorney – Housing & Code Compliance

City of San Diego Green Business Network; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 288,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health plans

Paid holidays

Paid leave

Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Free transit pass

Life insurance

Job summary

The San Diego City Attorney's Office is seeking a Deputy City Attorney in the Housing Protection and Civil Code Compliance Unit. The role involves prosecuting housing and code violations, litigating cases from filing to appeal, and coordinating with City departments and enforcement agencies.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development, with a salary in the announced range and structured wage increases in coming years.

Responsibilities

• Civilly prosecute a wide range of violations referred by City Departments and law enforcement.
• Litigate all aspects of lawsuits from filing through appellate levels, drafting legal documents.
• Research and write legal memoranda for litigation and land use enforcement.
• Independently manage a case load and train inspectors on code enforcement.

Job description

The San Diego City Attorney's Office is seeking a Deputy City Attorney in the Housing Protection and Civil Code Compliance Unit. The role involves prosecuting housing and code violations, litigating cases from filing to appeal, and coordinating with City departments and enforcement agencies.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development, with a salary in the announced range and structured wage increases in coming years.