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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFirst Assistant City AttorneyCITY OF IOWA CITY - Job Description Job Class #31-01 FLSA Exempt Non Civil Service Identification Position Title: First Assistant City Attorney Department: City Attorney Division: City Attorney Supervisor: City Attorney Job Summary Under general supervision from City Attorney, provides legal services to City Council, staff, boards and commissions. Represents City at administrative hearings and in litigation in state and federal courts. Job Scope Occasionally and indirectly responsible for two to five employees/interns. May make recommendations for the preparation of the department budget. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities Acts in absence of the City Attorney including management of staff and serving as the lead for the department. Represents the City Council, boards, commissions and departments in litigation, administrative, state and federal district courts and state and federal appellate courts. Prepares written and oral arguments, case presentation including fact investigations, discovery, depositions, witness preparation, legal research, briefing and attendance at hearings. Researches legal issues for all departments with special attention to employment issues, contract and negotiation. Provides counsel to City departments, performing services in person and by written legal opinion. Performs legal research, fact investigations, clear communications and explanation of conclusions. Identifies and resolves legal and procedural matters related to resolutions, ordinances and procedures. Drafts and revises City documents, resolutions, ordinances, contracts and legal documents. Attends meetings of City boards and commissions to provide counsel. Attends City Council meetings in the City Attorney's absence. Job Class #31-01 City Attorney Page 2 Updated 8/26/2016 Communicates with the public, attorneys and others to identify and resolve legal issues. Works with City staff on communication with the public, vendors and others. Investigates complaints of sexual harassment, improper conduct and personnel policy violations. Works with outside counsel on City matters. Oversees prosecution of City misdemeanors and municipal infractions. Trains and supervises the work activities of the student law school intern and paralegal. Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and community. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Physical and Environmental Conditions The physical demands and work environment conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job and are encountered while performing those essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand and sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Juris Doctorate from an educational institution accredited by a DOE recognized accreditation body required. Three years minimum experience in municipal law/litigation required. Admission to Iowa Bar to practice in Iowa courts required. Must pass criminal background check. Preferred Education, Experience and Certification Five years experience in municipal law/litigation preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of federal, state and local laws; federal and state court practice; and municipal organization and operation. Skills in organizing and presenting persuasive argument. Skills in working with a wide variety of public issues and public agencies. Skills in facilitating communication with many parties. Skills in drafting and editing legal documents, ordinances and litigation materials. Ability to read complex materials, conduct legal research, analyze legal questions, and to effectively explain conclusions. Ability to efficiently prioritize work assignments and complete assignments within the designated time deadlines. Job Class #31-01 City Attorney Page 3 Updated 8/26/2016 The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.