Public Sector Deputy County Counsel

Mariposa County; Mariposa (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mariposa County is seeking Deputy County Counsel I–II to provide legal services to the Board of Supervisors and all departments, including drafting ordinances and contracts and advising county leaders on legal issues.

Deputy County Counsel I is entry‑level; II is journey‑level, handling a broad range of civil matters with court appearances, litigation support, and public‑sector advice. A California Bar membership, law degree, and ability to obtain LiveScan clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities.
• Deputy County Counsel – I: None
• Deputy County Counsel – II: One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in the practice of law.
• Current membership in the State Bar of California.
• Cover letter and resume required for qualification. In your cover letter, address training and experience in court proceedings, legal research, and preparation of legal opinions.

Responsibilities

• Provide general and case-specific advice in juvenile dependency matters; review petitions and orders after hearing; make court appearances.
• Review contracts, ordinances, resolutions, and other legal documents for legal sufficiency; prepare the same for the County Counsel as requested.
• Researches and prepares legal opinions.
• Oversees and participates in litigation pertaining to Public Guardian/Public Conservator cases; reviews petitions and makes court appearances.
• Performs general administrative work, including meetings and preparing correspondence.

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of law.

Transcripts or degree must be attached to your application.

Job description

Mariposa County is seeking Deputy County Counsel I–II to provide legal services to the Board of Supervisors and all departments, including drafting ordinances and contracts and advising county leaders on legal issues.

Deputy County Counsel I is entry‑level; II is journey‑level, handling a broad range of civil matters with court appearances, litigation support, and public‑sector advice. A California Bar membership, law degree, and ability to obtain LiveScan clearance are required.