Assistant/Associate City Attorney

Job Posting End Date:

Department:

CITY ATTORNEY

Compensation Grade:

A17

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Assistant City Attorney Pay Range: $83,033.60 - $128,710.40
Associate City Attorney Pay Range: $100,942.40 - $156,436.80
Actual job level will be determined on the qualifications of the selected applicant and made part of the job offer. Starting salary may be negotiated based on qualifications.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime)****:

Yes

About Us:

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

The Virginia Beach City Attorney's Office provides effective and efficient legal services, promotes accountability, trust and openness in government and focuses on outcomes that are fair, equitable and balanced while protecting the best interests of the client.

We are seeking an individual with an interest in and knowledge of Land Use, Zoning, and Environmental Law. This position requires solid problem-solving and communication skills. The primary functions of the position include advising City departments (Housing, Planning and Agriculture), representing multiple boards and commissions, preparing written opinions based on legal research, representing the City in court on civil and criminal enforcement actions and administrative proceedings. Additional job functions include reviewing contracts and drafting ordinances and resolutions. Excellent writing ability, sharp analytical skills, and strong research abilities are essential. Experience in environmental regulatory, compliance, enforcement and transactional matters is preferred.

This position may be filled as either an Assistant Attorney or Associate City Attorney depending on the qualifications of the selected applicant.

This position is at-will and, therefore, serves at the pleasure of the City Attorney and is not considered part of the merit service as defined in City Code, section 2-75.

The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and Paid-Time-Off.

Required: Please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcripts and writing sample showing legal analysis along with your application.

Additional requirements:

• DMV Transcript: No
• CDL: No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: No
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: Yes

Minimum Requirements:

Assistant City Attorney

Minimum Qualifications: Active member in good standing with the Virginia State Bar and eligibility to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required for this position. However, contingent offers may be made to those who are registered to take the next scheduled Virginia Bar Exam (February or July) and pass the Exam, or those who intend to waive in for licensure in Virginia.

Associate City Attorney

Minimum Qualifications: Active member in good standing with the Virginia State Bar and eligibility to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia and admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Virginia and the Federal District Court is required for this position. However, contingent offers may be made to those who are registered to take the next scheduled Virginia Bar Exam (February or July) and pass the Exam, or those who intend to waive in for licensure in Virginia.

Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Skills:

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.

The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.

Assistant City Attorney (1900)

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Associate City Attorney (1915)
https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/P2871.pdf

Official Job Descriptions:

To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - https://virginiabeach.gov/careers/job-descriptions-pay-plans?search=&group=E

VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.