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Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Assistant City Attorney I
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:- Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law.
- Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas.
Licenses or Certifications:- License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Assistant City Attorney II
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:- Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
- Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
- Three (3) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Licenses or Certifications:- License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Assistant City Attorney III
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:- Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
- Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
- Seven (7) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Licenses or Certifications:- License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Assistant City Attorney IV
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:- Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
- Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
- Twelve (12) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Licenses or Certifications:- License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
Assistant City Attorney V
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:- Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law
- Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas
- Eighteen (18) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney
Licenses or Certifications:- License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas
The mission of the Law Department is to provide quality legal services to the City of Austin so that it can govern lawfully with the highest level of integrity and serve the community effectively. As the chief legal advisor for the City, the Law Department provides legal advice and representation to the Mayor, City Council, City Officers, City Manager, city departments, boards, and commissions of the City.
The City Attorneys’ Office is committed to providing excellent, timely, and cost-effective legal advice to our clients to support their efforts to serve the citizens of Austin. The Law Department is organized into seven legal practice divisions. Although the department’s attorneys are assigned to practice in a specific division, they are trained to have a general knowledge of municipal law practice because many legal issues cross practice areas. The Law Department has a diverse staff of talented professionals with the expertise to provide comprehensive legal services for the wide variety of legal issues facing our city.
Division Overview:
The Land Use and Real Estate Division provides advice and counsel to City departments on issues related to land use, housing, real estate, and permitting and development. The attorneys in the division works closely with the Office of Real Estate Services, Animal Services Office, and Planning, Housing, Watershed Protection, Parks and Development Services Departments. The attorneys in the division also provide legal support to the Planning Commission, Zoning and Platting Commission, Board of Adjustment, Building and Standards Commission, and the Historic Landmark Commission.
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Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Monday - Friday (hours may vary based on departmental needs and may require time in the office).
Job Close Date 10/11/2024 Type of Posting External Department Law Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location City Hall, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:- Experience in land use, zoning, real estate, construction, development, or single-and multi-family affordable housing developments.
- Experience drafting and negotiating (1)Contracts (2) documents for acquisition, construction financing, and refinancing agreements, and/or (3) partnership agreements, company agreements, and the formation, operation, and dissolution documents of various business entities including non-profit corporations.
- Experience advising governmental entities or non-profit corporations.
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Assistant City Attorney I Assistant City Attorney II Assistant City Attorney III Assistant City Attorney IV Assistant City Attorney V
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Assistant City Attorney I Assistant City Attorney II Assistant City Attorney III Assistant City Attorney IV Assistant City Attorney V
Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Assistant City Attorney I position are: Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law. Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?- Yes
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- Less than 1 year
- 1 to 3 years
- 3 to 8 years
- 8 to 13 years
- More than 13 years
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* Describe your experience drafting and negotiating financial documents.
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* Describe your experience drafting and negotiating partnership agreements, company agreements, and the formation, operation, and dissolution documents of various business entities including non-profit corporations.
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* Describe your experience advising governmental entities or non-profit corporations.
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Optional & Required Documents
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Austin
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This vibrant and dynamic city tops many lists for business, entertainment, and quality of life. One of the country’s most popular, high-profile “green” and culturally rich cities, Austin was recently selected the number one Best Place to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report). In 2016, Forbes named Austin the city most likely to prosper over the next decade on their America’s Cities of the Future list, and the City of Austin ranked in the top ten on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for 2017.
Austin continues to lead with its vision of being the Most Livable City in the Country, emerging as a player on the international scene with such events as SXSW, Austin City Limits, Formula 1, and being home to companies such as Apple, Samsung, Dell, and Ascension Seton Healthcare. From the home of state government and the University of Texas to the Live Music Capital of the World and its growth as a film center, Austin has gained worldwide attention as a hub for education, business, health, and sustainability.
The City offers a wide range of events, from music concerts, food festivals, and sports competitions to museum displays, exhibits, and family fun. Austin is also home to a wonderful ballet, world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping, and beautiful outdoor spaces. You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum.
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There are a number of excellent golf courses in the area as well as recreational opportunities for rowing, kayaking, canoeing, camping, rock climbing, disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, and more. Austin truly has something to offer for everyone.
City Government
The City of Austin is a progressive, full-service municipal organization operating under the Council-Manager form of government. Austin has a 10-1 council system with an at-large Mayor and Council Members that represent ten districts. The Mayor and Council Members may serve in their respective seats for four years with a maximum of two consecutive terms.
The City Council appoints the City Manager who is the chief administrative and executive officer of the City. The City Manager is responsible for guiding and directing day-to-day operations, as well as providing strategic research, recommendations, and management leadership to the City Council on the city budget, programs, policies, and services. The City Manager implements the organization’s administrative responsibilities with a strong team of Assistant City Managers and department executives. Supported by a staff of more than 14,000 and a budget of $4.1 billion, the City Manager and staff deliver a broad range of services to the citizens of Austin.
The City Council and City Manager of Austin are committed to the mission of delivering the highest quality, cost-effective services. Austin is a beacon of sustainability, social equity, and economic opportunity; where diversity and creativity are celebrated; where community needs and values are recognized; where leadership comes from its community members, and where the necessities of life are affordable and accessible to all.
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