Assistant City Attorney UN

City of Albuquerque • Albuquerque, NM

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Albuquerque Legal Department is hiring for various Assistant City Attorney positions. The Legal Department’s attorneys provide a broad range of legal services to the City and represent it in legal proceedings in court and before state, federal and administrative bodies. The City is currently looking for attorneys to act as general counsel to various City departments, to handle legal services to the City’s Department of Municipal Development (“DMD”), and to represent the City in civil litigation claims. Attention to detail and strong writing and interpersonal skills are essential.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school recognized by the American Bar Association.
• Must be an active member of the State Bar of New Mexico in good standing, or be able to become licensed in New Mexico within three (3) months from date of hire.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
• Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Resume and writing sample submitted with application.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with litigation.
• Contract drafting and review.
• Experience with government agencies.
• Experience with government compliance.
• Policy writing.

Responsibilities

• Act as general counsel to various City departments.
• Handle legal services to the City’s Department of Municipal Development (“DMD”).
• Represent the City in civil litigation claims.
• Provide a broad range of legal services to the City.
• Represent the City in legal proceedings in court and before state, federal and administrative bodies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree