POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Serves as litigator for the City in all State and Federal Courts. Identifies, analyzes and discusses legal issues associated with projects. Establishes and acts as liaison with departments, the City Manager and the Mayor and Council to integrate legal support into policies, and to provide legal advice and assistance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: *
Position Specific Summary
The Principal Assistant City Attorney position in the Tucson City Attorney’s Office provides advanced-level legal services within the Internal Litigation Unit of the Civil Division. Performs advanced-level legal work in assigned areas of practice, in particular for cases in active civil litigation. Attorneys at this level work with a high level of autonomy and provide guidance and mentoring to lower-level attorney personnel.
Work is performed in accordance with general policies and established standards of the legal profession and is reviewed by the City Attorney or their designee. This position does not supervise.
Duties and Responsibilities
Litigation (80%) - Essential
Litigates complex legal matters in federal and state courts in assigned area of practice, primarily tort litigation and federal civil rights (Section 1983) litigation. Supports litigation efforts in those matters by performing research, preparing and filing pleadings, making court appearances, trying cases, etc.
Legal Analysis and Advice (15%) - Essential
Engages in legal analysis and provides advice to support the City’s Risk Management efforts; advises Risk Management and various City departments to reduce the City’s liability exposure. Serves as litigator as part of the City’s litigation team (the ILU) for the City in State and Federal Courts. Identifies, analyzes, and discusses legal issues associated with cases, working closely with other ILU attorneys, paralegals and legal secretaries.
Other Duties as Assigned (5%) - Non-Essential
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned. Any one position may not include all the duties listed. This job classification specification identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position.
* All duties, responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Juris doctorate degree (JD)
Work Experience:
Five (5) years of directly related experience
License:
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Juris doctorate degree (JD)
Work Experience:
-Civil and/or Criminal Law
License/Certifications:
Member in good standing - State Bar of Arizona
Languages:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Position Title:
Principal Assistant City Attorney
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Department Name:
City Attorney
Department Link:
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Tucson-City-Court/City-Attorneys-Office
Recruiter Name:
Diane Webster (103469)
Recruiter Email:
ccs_hr@tucsonaz.gov
FTE%:
100
FLSA:
Exempt
Position Type:
Regular
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Full Hourly Range: $47.08 - 81.20 USD
The Full Hourly Range reflects the City of Tucson's pay range at the time of posting. The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.
You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
POSTING INFORMATION
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 12-03-2024 at 11:59 p.m. MST
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.
Special Instructions:
An uploaded letter of intent along with your resume is required for this application. Any application submitted without the required documents will be considered incomplete.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated on the education and work experience in their employment profile.
The most qualified applicants will then be invited to participate in a panel interview and will be required to provide a legal writing sample composed within the last 3 years, no larger than 10 pages.
Physical and lifting abilities/requirements are determined by position and are included in the position description.
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD
The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Questions? If you need assistance applying for any position, please contact recruitment@tucsonaz.gov or ccs_hr@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-4241.
