Deputy County Attorney

Gwinnett County Government; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

The Gwinnett County Law Department seeks a Deputy County Attorney to provide general legal counsel to the County, its departments, and elected officials. You will supervise a team of senior assistants and handle complex matters, working closely with the County Attorney to coordinate litigation and contract work.

Responsibilities include advising clients, reviewing laws and policies, negotiating contracts, and representing clients in State and Federal courts.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and ten years of public-sector legal experience with two years supervising staff.
• Experience in one or more of the following practice areas: real estate, zoning and land use, economic development, contracts, finance or technology.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the assigned division and supervise senior assistant county attorneys.
• Evaluate and manage complex legal matters and provide legal advice to clients and elected officials.
• Attend meetings, research legal issues, and draft opinions and strategic recommendations.
• Draft and negotiate contracts to protect the County's interests and ensure compliance.
• Represent clients in litigation at trial and appellate levels; monitor outside counsel as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable laws and participate in training and education activities.

Skills

Real estate

Zoning and land use

Economic development

Contracts

Finance or technology

Education

Juris Doctorate and ten years of experience practicing law in a public sector setting, including two years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Job Description

The Gwinnett County Law Department provides legal services to Gwinnett County, including the Board of Commissioners, County Administrator, County departments and offices, and elected officials. The Law Department has an opening for a Deputy County Attorney. The Deputy County Attorney position provides general legal counsel representing the interests of the County, multiple departments and offices, elected officials, boards and authorities in accordance with state and federal laws and the rules of professional conduct. The Deputy County Attorney works closely with the County Attorney, supervises a team of senior assistant county attorneys within their assigned division, and handles complex legal matters.

Job Description

The Gwinnett County Law Department provides legal services to Gwinnett County, including the Board of Commissioners, County Administrator, County departments and offices, and elected officials. The Law Department has an opening for a Deputy County Attorney. The Deputy County Attorney position provides general legal counsel representing the interests of the County, multiple departments and offices, elected officials, boards and authorities in accordance with state and federal laws and the rules of professional conduct. The Deputy County Attorney works closely with the County Attorney, supervises a team of senior assistant county attorneys within their assigned division, and handles complex legal matters.

This position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily operations of assigned division, including supervising senior assistant county attorneys and monitoring and coordinating matters assigned to senior assistant county attorneys and retained outside counsel
• Evaluating, reviewing, and managing complex legal matters as assigned
• Providing legal advice to represented clients, department directors, elected officials, and boards and authorities as assigned
• Attending meetings, researching and assessing legal issues and internal policies and procedures, and providing legal opinions
• Advising clients on and implementing legal solutions
• Reviewing, drafting, and interpreting laws, ordinances, regulations, policies, and resolutions and providing advice, information, and training regarding new and amended laws and regulations as needed
• Reviewing, negotiating and drafting contracts and agreements to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal laws and to protect the County's interest; and providing legal advice regarding contract terms and enforcement thereof
• Representing assigned clients in litigation, in both State and Federal courts at the trial and appellate levels, to include: condemnations, tax appeals, nuisance abatement actions, zoning disputes, and personal injury suits
• Maintaining a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, case law, policies, and procedures; maintaining awareness of new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession
• Participating in training and continuing education activities; attending and conducting meetings, workshops, and seminars as appropriate

Qualifications

Training and Experience (positions in this class require):

• Juris Doctorate and ten years of experience practicing law in a public sector setting, including two years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Experience in one or more of the following practice or related areas: real estate, zoning and land use, economic development, contracts, finance or technology.

Licensing Requirements (positions In This Class Require)

• Member in good standing with the Georgia Bar and admitted to practice in the Superior Courts of Georgia, The Court of Appeals for the State of Georgia and the Georgia Supreme Court.

Knowledge Of

• Supervisory principles;
• Budgetary principles;
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations;
• Research methods.

Skill In

• Supervising and evaluating employees;
• Prioritizing and assigning work;
• Operating a computer and applicable software;
• Applying laws, rules, and regulations;
• Analyzing complex information;
• Analyzing administrative productivity and efficiency;
• Conducting trials, hearings, and proceedings;
• Communication, oral and written
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Physical Requirements

Positions in this class typically require: talking, hearing, and seeing.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

About Us

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

• Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision

Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!

Mission

Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

Values

• Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
• Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
• Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
• Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
• Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring Process

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