Municipal City Attorney: Counsel & Prosecutor

City-of-Derby; Derby (KS); On-site; USD 108,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (affordable, no ded/0

Retirement benefits

Alternative Work Schedules

No deductibles health plan

Job summary

The City of Derby seeks a qualified City Attorney to lead half-time General Counsel and half-time Prosecution duties. You will represent the City in legal matters, draft ordinances, review contracts, and advise City management on policy and legal compliance.

Required are a Juris Doctor, Kansas license, and prosecutorial experience. The role requires strong analytical skills, integrity, and the ability to communicate clearly with diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• One year of criminal prosecution or municipal court experience.
• Valid Kansas driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days; driving record meets liability requirements.
• License to practice law in Kansas or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire.
• Integrity and ethical judgment in performing duties and in compliance with laws and policies.

Responsibilities

• Represent the City in legal proceedings and monitor outside counsel representation.
• Research and draft amendments to the Municipal Code for validity and effectiveness.
• Analyze and provide opinions on laws, contracts, and city policies.
• Draft, revise and review policies, agreements, ordinances, resolutions, and other legal instruments.
• Negotiate, prepare and review contracts and other legal instruments.
• Advise City Manager and staff on legal and policy issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independent judgment

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Licensed to practice law in Kansas

Admission to practice in US District Court for the District of Kansas (preferred)

Job description

The City of Derby seeks a qualified City Attorney to lead half-time General Counsel and half-time Prosecution duties. You will represent the City in legal matters, draft ordinances, review contracts, and advise City management on policy and legal compliance.

Required are a Juris Doctor, Kansas license, and prosecutorial experience. The role requires strong analytical skills, integrity, and the ability to communicate clearly with diverse audiences.