Deputy City Attorney

The City of Antioch is seeking an experienced Deputy City Attorney with strong general law expertise to serve as a trusted legal advisor across the full spectrum of municipal operations. This role offers the opportunity to handle complex civil criminal administrative and transactional matters; provide high-level counsel to City officials departments boards and commissions; and represent the City in litigation and quasi-judicial proceedings. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of California municipal law sound independent judgment and the ability to partner effectively with City leadership to deliver practical defensible legal solutions. This position is well-suited for a seasoned public-sector attorney looking to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative fast-paced municipal environment.

SALARY INFORMATION
Deputy City Attorney $11800 - $14344

BENEFIT INFORMATION
Collective Bargaining Representation: Management Bargaining UnitManagement-Unit
Benefits:Cafeteria Plan (City of Antioch pays 100% of Kaiser 2026 rate up to family tier) CalPERS Medical Health Plans Vision (VSP) Dental (Delta Dental)

• Retirement:CalPERS Classic Members 2.7% @ 55 New PEPRA Members 2% @ 62
• 457 Deferred Compensation Option with employer contribution
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Membership Reimbursement

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Research and analyze legal issues and statutory and case law; draft and review opinions ordinances resolutions contracts leases deeds and other legal documents and instruments; approve ordinances resolutions and contracts as to form and legality.
2. Represent the City in civil criminal and administrative proceedings and in transactional matters; perform all phases of pretrial trial and appellate work; develop litigation strategy prepare briefs drafts pleadings motions and arguments and conduct discovery and depositions; file motions and briefs; represent the City in court.
3. Provide legal advice to City departments City staff City officials and certain boards and commissions on a wide range of municipal law; conduct research and provide opinions and advice regarding the duties powers functions and obligations of City departments and related bodies.
4. Respond to staff inquiries regarding the legality of specific issues questions on policy interpretation of Antioch Municipal Code and related matters.
5. Assist code enforcement efforts involving nuisances or uninhabitable properties; prepare notices and orders; follow-up on enforcement efforts; advise City staff.
6. Attend meetings of boards commissions and committees as requested by the City Attorney; review staff reports and resolutions including those for the Planning Commission; provide staff with feedback and comments.
7. Review insurance information and contracts submitted by all City departments to the City Attorneys Office.
8. Prepare gun forfeiture petitions for the Police Department; attend hearings and prepare Police Officer witnesses.
9. Prepare oppositions to Pitchess motions and attend related court hearings.
10. Respond to correspondence and public inquiries on legal matters related to City business.
11. Maintain current knowledge of legal issues and precedents; attend and participate in professional group meetings; participate in professional development activities; read publications relevant to area of assignment.
12. Perform related duties as required.

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles and practices of criminal civil and administrative law especially as they relate to municipal governments.
• General municipal and public contract law.
• Principles methods and techniques of legal research and investigation.
• Municipal government organization structure and functional responsibilities.
• Judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
• Legal precedents and court decisions related to assignments.
• Appellate practices.
• Office procedures methods and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
• Pertinent federal state and local laws codes and regulations.

ABILITY TO:

• Define legal issues collect and analyze information and recommend action.
• Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws regulations and policies.
• Prepare clear and concise legal documents including but not limited to briefs ordinances resolutions correspondence and supporting documents.
• Conduct research on legal problems and prepare sound legal opinion.
• Present statements of fact law and argument clearly and logically.
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines and legal parameters.
• Represent the City effectively in hearings courts of law and meetings.
• Read understand interpret apply and explain codes regulations and other written materials.
• Negotiate with other parties.
• Operate office equipment including computers and supporting software applications.
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines

Education/Training:

• Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate degree.

Experience:

• Two years of progressively responsible experience performing legal work in California.
• Prior experience in the practice of municipal or other government law is desirable.

License or Certificate:

• Current membership in the California State Bar.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop bend kneel crouch reach and twist; to lift carry push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

In accordance with applicable federal state and local law the City of Antioch provides equal opportunities for applicants and employees regardless of race gender expression age pregnancy religion creed color national origin ancestry physical or mental handicap genetic information veteran status marital status sex or any other protected class or status. The City of Antioch does not show partiality or grant any special status to any applicant employee or group of employees unless otherwise required by law. The City of Antioch will recruit and hire only those individuals who demonstrate a commitment to service and who possess the traits and characteristics that reflect personal integrity and high ethical standards.

EEO/ADA: The City of Antioch is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process please contact Human Resources at or prior to the final filing date.