County Attorney
About The Position
Wake County is partnering with Strategic Government Resources (SGR) to lead the recruitment for our next County Attorney. This is a strategic, service-driven legal leader role that navigates complex legal matters while providing trusted counsel to elected officials and County leadership. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished legal executive with extensive knowledge of public sector and local government law and the judgment necessary to serve as a trusted advisor to elected officials and senior leadership. Wake County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, offering a strong economy, exceptional public services, and an outstanding quality of life. Located in the heart of North Carolina’s Research Triangle, the County is home to Raleigh and 11 other municipalities and estimates its population at 1,257,235.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited school of law
- Active North Carolina Bar License
Nice To Haves
- 20 years of professional legal experience as an attorney
- 10 years of experience working across various areas of law
- 12 years of substantial knowledge of constitutional, federal, state, and local laws affecting municipal government
- 12 years of experience advising and representing administrative and quasi-judicial boards and Commissions
Responsibilities
- Experienced in local government law, litigation, risk management, and contract negotiation
- Skilled at advising elected and appointed boards on complex legal and policy matters
- A collaborative leader with sound judgment, integrity, and exceptional communication skills
Benefits
- Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
- Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements.
- In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
