Deputy City Attorney (Advisory)

City of Santa Barbara • Santa Barbara, CA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The City Attorney's Office is responsible for all legal representation and advice for the City Council, Boards, Commissions and all City officers and staff in all matters of law pertaining to the City as well as all City code prosecution and litigation services. The City Attorney’s Office is allocated 17.5 positions, consisting of ten attorneys (the City Attorney, Chief Assistant City Attorney, six assistants, and two deputies), one investigator, one business manager, two paralegals, and four clerical staff, which function as a close team. The City Attorney’s Office works closely with City Departments, including the Santa Barbara Police Department, Santa Barbara Fire Department, and Community Development Department and several other City agencies to enforce violations of the municipal code in the City of Santa Barbara. The Deputy City Attorney is an entry level position in the City Attorney's Office intended for advancement into higher level positions with greater responsibilities. This position will include advisory work to the City’s many departments. Under the supervision of the Chief Assistant City Attorney, duties will include providing legal advice on municipal law matters to the City’s various departments, such as land use issues, Brown Act, Public Records Act, drafting ordinances and contracts, appearing before various City boards and commissions, and preparing written legal opinions. Strong legal research and writing skills are essential for this position.

Requirements

• Member of the California State Bar in good standing
• Strong organizational skills
• Positive and courteous attitude
• Excellent public speaking skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Excellent legal research skills

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working for or representing a public agency or municipality
• Transferable experience and a demonstrated interest in public-sector or municipal law
• Enjoy working and contributing in an office environment that emphasizes collaboration and flexibility, with frequent client and co-worker contact both in the office and at the clients’ various sites
• Demonstrated experience with legal case management and automated document preparation applications

Responsibilities

• Providing legal advice on municipal law matters to the City’s various departments
• Advising on land use issues, Brown Act, Public Records Act
• Drafting ordinances and contracts
• Appearing before various City boards and commissions
• Preparing written legal opinions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed