City Attorney - City of Temple, TX

City of Temple, TX
Temple, Texas United States  View Map
Posted: Apr 23, 2026
  • Salary: $235,000 USD Annually
  • Salary Top:$260,000
  • Negotiable/DOQ: Yes
  • Apply By: May 24, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Legal Services
  • Executive
  • Job Description

    Are you an experienced municipal attorney who can serve as a trusted legal advisor, strategic partner, and ethical leader for a growing city? If so, apply to be the City of Temple’s next City Attorney!

    We’re looking for an exceptional, collaborative executive who is:

    • Experienced in municipal law, economic development, and land use
    • Skilled in managing legal operations and advising elected officials
    • Adept at navigating complex legal and policy issues

    Temple, Texas is a vibrant Central Texas community of nearly 100,000 residents, known for its strong economy, high quality of life, and regional accessibility. Located along Interstate 35 between Austin and Dallas–Fort Worth, Temple offers convenient access to major metropolitan areas while maintaining a welcoming, community-oriented feel.

    The City of Temple operates under a Council–Manager form of government. The City Council consists of a Mayor and four Council Members. The new city attorney will report to the City Council. The ideal candidate is a strategic, ethical, and collaborative legal leader with deep experience in municipal law.

    Required qualifications include:

    • Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school
    • Ten (10) years of experience as a practicing attorney
    • Three (3) years of management experience
    • Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and a member in good standing with the State Bar

    Preferred qualifications include:

    • Experience in municipal law, including economic development, land use, and litigation
    • Background in real estate, construction, employment law, and public information law
    • Demonstrated experience advising governing bodies and senior leadership

    The salary range for this position is $235,000 - $260,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

    Please apply online at: https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment/temple-tx-city-attorney/

    For more information on this position, contact:

    Michael D. Mallinoff, Esq., Senior Vice President, Executive Recruitment

    mdmallinoff@GovernmentResource.com

    443-336-5772

  • Special Instructions

    Please apply online.

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