Assistant City Attorney

Come Join the City of Bellevue!

Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint however we may go slightly higher based on experience internal equity and market.

Are you a dynamic forward-thinking attorney with substantial experience representing government looking for a cooperative and vibrant environment to further your professional development Are you excited about the opportunity to work for a thriving diverse city with unique challenges Are you a dynamic problem solver who is not afraid to challenge the status quo If so we invite you to explore the City of Bellevue and its City Attorneys Office.

Bellevue is routinely ranked among the best mid-sized cities in the country. The Bellevue City Attorneys Office is a 30-member department that provides civil advice litigation and criminal prosecution. We are looking for an exceptional candidate to fill a senior attorney positionand join our fast-paced collegial and supportive work environment.

This Senior Attorney will be in the Civil Division and responsible for providing professional legal services advice and representation to the city government. The ideal candidate will be comfortable advising City Departments on day-to-day legal issues assessing risks and providing briefings to the City Council and City Leadership.

Primary Duties:

• Provide advice counseling risk assessment and support to various City Departments and divisions both orally and in writing on various facets ofmunicipal law which may include contracting/procurement Information Technology (IT)/Software as a Service (SaaS) contracts real property/real estate transactions public/private partnerships and financing structures/tools.
• Respond to inquiries from the City Council and City Leadership and Staff as requested.
• Research draft and review legal documents including legal opinions contracts and agreements with other governmental agencies and third parties.
• Assist City departments in drafting resolutions and ordinances for adoption by the City Council.
• Respond to and analyze state and federal legislation and advise City departments of legal requirements and impacts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received and Exercised:

• The Senior Attorney duties and responsibilities are performed under the moderate to general supervision of a supervising attorney in the City Attorneys Office.

Knowledge Abilities and Experience:

• In-depth knowledge of municipal law and other legal requirements that apply to governments.
• Knowledge and experience advising clients onproperty law constitutional law risk and liability public works/public bidding affordable housing real property municipal financing and/or procurement and contracting (IT/SaaS contract experience a plus).
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills including using Westlaw.
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly logically and persuasively and adapt communication style to diverse audiences.
• Ability to make clear and convincing presentations orally and in writing; effective listening skills.
• Ability to exercise sound independent judgment within general guidelines.
• Ability to obtain results by carrying out assigned projects to their completion. Good organization prioritization and collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with co-workers city elected officials and leadership other city staff and the public.
• Ability to assess and recognize own strengths and weaknesses to pursue self-development; willingness to take direction from senior staff.
• Commitment to serving the public.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an ABA accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree.
• Currently licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of Washington.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant municipal or other government experience.
• Or any equivalent combination of education experience and training that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.

Flexible/Hybrid Working:

The City is implementing a flexible/hybrid work policy that will allow staff to work remotely. Remote work for this position is subject to departments operational needs and will be discussed with candidates during the selection process. Once hired employees must reside in the State of Washington.

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at or .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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