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County of Nevada - Nevada City, CA
posted 5 days ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Nevada City, CA
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
About the position
Join us as an Attorney II and make a difference in the community. You will help provide outstanding legal representation and advice to County departments, employees, special districts, and the Board of Supervisors. This role is critical in maintaining the lawfulness of our local government. As a County of Nevada Civil Attorney, outstanding legal skills will be crucial in handling a wide array of legal matters.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and representation to County departments, employees, special districts, and the Board of Supervisors.
- Research, interpret, and apply laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in the preparation of opinions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, memoranda, and other legal documents.
- Represent the County in civil litigation, including pre-trial, trial, and appellate work.
- Advise on a variety of legal matters, including but not limited to employment law, public contracts, land use, and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with colleagues and collaborators to successfully implement legal strategies and solutions.
- Conduct detailed legal research and analysis to support County initiatives and resolve legal issues.
- Assist in the development and implementation of County policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and mitigate risks.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in the California State Bar in good standing.
- Proven ability to successfully handle a diverse range of legal issues.
- Outstanding research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated dedication to public service and community engagement.
- Experience in civil litigation, including trial and appellate work, is preferred but not required.
Benefits
- CalPERS retirement
- medical insurance
- dental insurance
- vision insurance
- life insurance
- flexible spending accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
- generous leave program including vacation, sick, administrative, and holiday leave
- qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
