City Attorney

The City of Independence is seeking an experienced and collaborative legal professional to serve as its City Attorney. Reporting directly to the City Manager the City Attorney serves as the Citys chief legal advisor providing counsel on municipal operations governance risk management contracts ordinances land use employment matters and regulatory compliance.

This executive-level position plays a key role in supporting City leadership ensuring legal compliance and advancing the Citys strategic priorities. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of municipal law sound judgment exceptional communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with elected officials staff and the community.

Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor degree be a member in good standing with the Oregon State Bar (or able to obtain admission in Oregon) and have progressively responsible legal experience preferably in municipal government or public sector law. Experience in areas such as land use employment law public contracting policy development and local government operations is highly desirable.

The City values diverse experiences and perspectives. The qualifications outlined in this posting represent the preferred background for the position; however applicants with transferable skills and relevant experience are encouraged to apply. The City will consider equivalent combinations of education training and experience.

Application Process

Interested candidates are not required to complete a City employment application. To be considered please submit a cover letter and resume to Human Resources Director Amanda Christensen at no later than June 30 2026.

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