Associate Attorney ID - 15184
Description THE POSITION:Under close direction, performs entry-level legal work involving a wide range of municipal, civil and criminal law topics; handles the more routine professional legal tasks, with instruction and the more difficult and complex tasks with assistance as needed; and performs other work as required. Representative Duties REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of all positions in the class. They are descriptive, not limiting.
Conducts legal research and drafts advisory memorandums; Prepares and files various pleading and motions on behalf of the City; Provides legal advice to City departments; Prepares or assists in the preparation of City Board and Commission meetings; Prepares or assists in the preparation of civil litigation cases; Prepares or assists in the preparation of administrative hearings and represents the City in such hearings; Reviews and interprets federal, state, county and city statutes, ordinances, rules, regulations, court decisions, laws and other legal authority; Draft's ordinances, charter amendments, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases, permits, licenses and other legal instruments; Prosecutes criminal matters on occasion; Maintains adequate case files, and related records to ensure effective completion of projects assigned; Responds to citizen inquiries; Attends community meetings to provide updates of City actions. For Full Job Description: Associate Attorney Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application, supplemental questionnaire, and resume that they meet the below requirements: Graduated from an accredited American Bar Association law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree Active member of the California State Bar Association Possession of a valid California Class "C" driver's license. Must be able to pass a police background Desirable: Ties to Kern County, strong written and oral communication skills, and work well under pressure
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Examination (Weighted: 100%) EXAMINATION: ORAL APPRAISAL INTERVIEW (Weighted 100%): (Tentative) An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required. NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications.
Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, supplemental questionnaire, and typing certificate; otherwise, the application may be rejected.
NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.