City Attorney

City of Independence • Independence, OR

11h • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Independence is seeking an experienced and collaborative legal professional to serve as its City Attorney. Reporting directly to the City Manager, the City Attorney serves as the City's chief legal advisor, providing counsel on municipal operations, governance, risk management, contracts, ordinances, land use, employment matters, and regulatory compliance. This executive-level position plays a key role in supporting City leadership, ensuring legal compliance, and advancing the City's strategic priorities. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of municipal law, sound judgment, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build effective working relationships with elected officials, staff, and the community.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree.
• Member in good standing with the Oregon State Bar (or able to obtain admission in Oregon).
• Progressively responsible legal experience, preferably in municipal government or public sector law.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in areas such as land use, employment law, public contracting, policy development, and local government operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the City's chief legal advisor.
• Provide counsel on municipal operations, governance, risk management, contracts, ordinances, land use, employment matters, and regulatory compliance.
• Support City leadership.
• Ensure legal compliance.
• Advance the City's strategic priorities.

What This Job Offers

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