Assistant City Attorney (PT)

City of Provo • Provo, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Provo City Legal Department is looking for an attorney to serve as part-time legal counsel, with both civil and criminal duties. This position requires knowledge of principles and practices of civil law and criminal prosecution.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Valid, lawful Driver License.
• Must maintain active membership in the Utah State Bar Association, including admission to practice before all state courts, and when required by the City Attorney, the U.S. District Court for the District of Utah.

Responsibilities

• Review assigned cases for civil action or probable cause; prosecute misdemeanors and infractions.
• Review complaints, statements, police reports, and written subpoenas; authorize issuance of complaints or information; draft ordinances and other documents.
• Coordinate efforts with various law enforcement agencies, government agencies, the public, attorneys, and other office staff.
• Represent the City in court and at hearings.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, orders, and other papers including briefs and memorandums for appeal proceedings.
• File legal documents and papers.
• May assist in more difficult civil or criminal legal work and in processing collections work.
• Assist office staff as needed and perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA)
• Free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park
• A free Provo City Library Card
• A 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only)
• Discounts from various local and national vendors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees