Assistant County Attorney/Senior Assistant County Attorney

Charlotte, County of•18500 Murdock Circle Port Charlotte 33948, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Charlotte County Attorney's Office has an immediate opening for a dedicated and skilled professional to serve as an Assistant County Attorney (ACA) or Senior Assistant County Attorney (SACA). The ideal candidate will be certified in City, County and Local Government Law. The Candidate will be able to perform complex, professional legal work in providing comprehensive legal services to the Board of County Commissioners, County Administrator, and all County departments. This position involves significant responsibility and independent judgment in drafting and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases, and other legal documents; conducting in-depth legal research; and preparing clear, well-reasoned legal opinions that guide County operations and policy decisions. The Attorney will handle a wide variety of complex legal matters within established policies, exercising considerable initiative while delivering sound, effective counsel. Work is reviewed through conferences, observation, evaluation of reports, and analysis of results. The role also requires exceptional customer service skills, including responsive communication, problem-solving, and complaint resolution across all forms of communication, ensuring professional and effective support to County leadership, departments, boards, and agencies. Salary is based on experience.

Requirements

Licensed to practice in Florida (for ACA applicants).
At least three (3) years of relevant experience (for ACA applicants).
At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in city or county local government law (for SACA applicants).
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Three (3) years of experience.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
Active member in good standing with the Florida BAR.

Nice To Haves

Certified in City, County and Local Government Law.
Governmental law experience.

Responsibilities

Drafting and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases, and other legal documents.
Conducting in-depth legal research.
Preparing clear, well-reasoned legal opinions that guide County operations and policy decisions.
Handling a wide variety of complex legal matters within established policies.
Providing comprehensive legal services to the Board of County Commissioners, County Administrator, and all County departments.
Exercising considerable initiative while delivering sound, effective counsel.
Ensuring professional and effective support to County leadership, departments, boards, and agencies.
Performing related professional duties that support the County’s mission and commitment to public service.