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Summary
At-Will position; exempt from Civil Service.
Mendocino County Counsel Office is seeking an experienced civil law generalist to provide legal representation to county boards, departments, and special districts as well as represent the Child Protective Services Agency. The ideal candidate must be willing to represent the Child Protective Services department as well as participate in litigation matters, have a background in employment law and have strong legal research, writing and trial advocacy skills. This is an at-will position requiring graduation from an accredited law school, licensure to practice law in California, and two years experience as a civil or government attorney. -
Job Description
Primary responsibility is to provide legal counsel to the County, its boards, commissions, department heads, and officers as assigned; work consists of varied and complex professional duties. This is an advanced-level position in the Deputy County Counsel series.
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Job Requirements
Education and Experience:
Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school; AND, current active membership in the State Bar of California; ANDDeputy County Counsel II: At least one year of full time experience as an attorney practicing governmental or civil law
Deputy County Counsel III: At least two years of full time experience as an attorney practicing governmental or civil law
Deputy County Counsel IV: At least three years of full time experience as an attorney practicing governmental or civil law
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Any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Licenses and Certifications:
Licensed to practice law in the State of California
Valid Driver's License -
Special Instructions
Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.
To be considered for this career opportunity, please submit a County application and resume using the County's online application system.
Depending upon the number of qualified candidates, a Qualifications Appraisal may be administered.
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Additional Information
Human Resources Department
County of Mendocino
501 Low Gap Road, Room 1326
Ukiah, CA 95482
Phone: 707.234.6600, fax 707.468.3407
Website:https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mendocinoca
E-mail questions to: hr-recruitment@mendocinocounty.gov
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Mendocino
Show moreMendocino County is located north of the San Francisco Bay Area and includes some of the world's most stunning coastline and redwood forests. Amidst the exquisiteness of the rural geography is a flourishing wine industry. All of the physical beauty of the county combines to create a unique setting in which some are lucky enough to be able to work and live. Hiking, fishing, and whale watching are just a few of the outdoor activities found in the area.
Created in 1850, the county's population is currently over 90,000. Ukiah, the county seat, is situated along Highway 101 and located approximately 100 miles north of San Francisco. It is nestled in the Yokayo Valley in the southern end of the county. Ukiah serves as a regional hub for services and commerce.
Affordable housing is available within the county. In addition, the area boasts good schools, a variety of cultural events, fine restaurants, shopping, and tasting of some of the finest wines and craft beverages in the world.
The County of Mendocino employs approximately 1,200 employees and operates on an annual budget of roughly $235 million. Service locations are distributed throughout the area to place them as close as possible to the widely dispersed communities of the county. -