Deputy City Attorney III/IV
About The Position
The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney is one of the nation's largest municipal law offices. With over 1,000 legal professionals, including 500 attorneys, the Office provides the City of Los Angeles (“City”) with the highest caliber of legal services, ranging from prosecuting criminal misdemeanors and playing a leading role in criminal justice reform to advising on homelessness initiatives, defending civil lawsuits and claims, and bringing civil enforcement actions in the name of the People of the State of California. Guided by an overarching commitment to integrity, accountability and transparency, we find great meaning in the work we do and the services we provide. We seek collaborative team players who understand that fulfilling our mission is key to making a positive impact. The Water & Power Division acts as counsel to the Department of Water & Power (DWP), its officers and employees and the Board of Water & Power Commissioners.
Requirements
- A valid license to practice law in all of the courts within the State of California.
- Five (5) years of experience in regulatory law and public contracts or renewable energy transactions in a private or public utility arena and litigation experience is required.
- Travel to San Francisco, Sacramento, Washington D.C and other locations to attend meetings or regulatory hearings will be required.
- Demonstrated research skills.
- Strong written and oral communication and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with municipal law
- Ability to deal effectively with public officials, departmental personnel and members of the public, and to work as part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Represent and advise DWP at the administrative, trial court and appellate levels on local, state and federal regulatory issues and requirements affecting DWP operations (FERC, CEC, CPUC), including appearances before state and federal regulatory agencies.
- Prepare and review letters of intent and contracts for the purchase and sale of energy and transmission capacity, as well as the acquisition/disposition of generation and transmission facilities.
- Review proposed and existing legislation on renewables, greenhouse gas, energy efficiency and other energy matters for potential impact to DWP.
- Prepare and review legal documents for customer agreements, including rates, interconnection, fiber and telecommunication.
- Prepare resolutions, ordinances and other documents necessary to implement the transactions and documents discussed above and advice relating to the powers and limitations imposed by the City Charter and other matters of general municipal law.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Mandatory employee pension contributions through payroll deduction (LACERS)
- City contribution toward employee’s retirement benefit (LACERS)
- Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
