Dynamic Municipal Counsel & City Prosecutor

Oregon State Bar Pro Liability; Lincoln City (OR); On-site; USD 129,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lincoln City, Oregon invites licensed attorneys to serve as City Attorney, delivering comprehensive legal services as general counsel and city prosecutor. The position is on-site in Lincoln City and requires a strong background in municipal law, land use, contracts, and related matters.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years advising the City Council, City Manager, staff and boards; commitment to public service; and the ability to represent the City in court and in administrative

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution.
• Licensed by the Oregon State Bar to practice law in Oregon.
• Minimum 3 years of municipal law experience; >5 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent the City in administrative, civil, judicial, legislative, and quasi-judicial proceedings.
• Prosecute traffic and ordinance violations in Municipal Court.
• Draft and review ordinances, contracts, and other legal instruments.
• Attend City Council and Commission meetings and advise officials.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Municipal law

Legal research

Public speaking

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Lincoln City, Oregon invites licensed attorneys to serve as City Attorney, delivering comprehensive legal services as general counsel and city prosecutor. The position is on-site in Lincoln City and requires a strong background in municipal law, land use, contracts, and related matters.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years advising the City Council, City Manager, staff and boards; commitment to public service; and the ability to represent the City in court and in administrative