Assistant City Attorney - Environmental Focused
About The Position
The City of Springfield is seeking an experienced legal professional to serve as an Assistant City Attorney, focusing on the Department of Environmental Services. This role involves providing advanced legal services for Environmental Services, including Clean Water Services and Solid Waste Management. Responsibilities include advising on regulations related to water quality, stormwater, wastewater, and solid waste, as well as supporting utility operations, infrastructure projects, permitting, regulatory compliance, contracts, enforcement matters, and coordination with operational staff. The position requires working directly with agencies such as the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and the Environmental Protection Agency. This role is ideal for attorneys with a background in environmental law and practical experience with the legal, regulatory, and operational issues involved in running a utility. Springfield’s utilities are recognized for their innovation, award-winning performance, and advanced treatment technologies. The successful candidate will join a high-performing team that values forward thinking, problem solving, and public service. This position may be filled at any level (Assistant City Attorney III-V) dependent on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited law school.
- Must be licensed to practice law by the State of Missouri, or have the ability to obtain licensure within one year of employment (for ACA V).
- Ten years of law experience (for ACA V).
- Must be licensed to practice law by the State of Missouri (for ACA IV).
- Eight years of legal experience (for ACA IV).
- Must be licensed to practice law by the State of Missouri (for ACA III).
- Five years of experience in the practice of law (for ACA III).
- Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States.
- Must complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety.
- Candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission.
Nice To Haves
- Background in environmental law.
- Practical experience with the legal, regulatory, and operational issues involved in running a utility.
Responsibilities
- Advising on regulations related to water quality, stormwater, wastewater, and solid waste.
- Supporting utility operations, infrastructure projects, permitting, regulatory compliance, contracts, and enforcement matters.
- Coordinating with operational staff.
- Working directly with agencies such as the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and the Environmental Protection Agency.
Benefits
- Employee Health coverage plan with zero-dollar premiums for employees working at least 30 hours per week.
- Generous paid leave time.
- LAGERS pension program (100% paid by the City, no employee contribution).
- Life/Dental/Cafeteria Plan options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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