Deputy City Attorney

City of Meridian•Cocoa, FL

About The Position

The Deputy City Attorney performs professional legal services for the City of Meridian and related work as required. The position is at-will and serves at the pleasure of the Meridian City Attorney. The Deputy City Attorney provides civil legal advice and representation to City departments, the Mayor, City Council, boards, and commissions; represents the City in litigation and administrative matters; and prepares and reviews legal documents and public-records responses. The role may include advising the Meridian Police Department on civil matters and acting in place of the City Attorney on occasion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited four-year college or university.
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Be licensed to practice law in Idaho by the start of employment.
Be a member in good standing with the Idaho State Bar by the start of employment.
Knowledge of criminal, civil, and administrative law, particularly as applicable to Idaho municipalities.
Knowledge of civil and criminal trial procedure and familiarity with the Idaho Rules of Civil Procedure, Idaho Rules of Criminal Procedure, Idaho Rules of Evidence, Idaho Appellate Rules, and Idaho Rules of Professional Conduct.
Ability to conduct legal research and writing.
Ability to review, proofread, and critique legal research and opinions prepared by others.
Ability to work independently with internal and external customers and provide outstanding customer service.
Ability to represent the City before outside agencies, committees, and elected or appointed officials.
Ability to communicate with and train attorneys, internal staff, and citizen stakeholders in individual and group settings.
Ability to sit at a desk or in meetings for extended periods, up to eight hours per day, and lift 40 pounds.
Sufficient mobility and physical reflexes to function in a general office environment.
Clarity of speech and hearing to communicate effectively, clear vision to read printed materials and computer screens, and ability to perform repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of governmental experience, a clerkship, or similar experience is preferred.
The superior candidate will have at least three years of experience in municipal leadership or governmental legal practice.
Familiarity with complex parliamentary procedures using Robert’s Rules of Order.
Familiarity with the Idaho Public Records Act, Open Meetings Law, Ethics in Government Act, and Local Land Use Planning Act.

Responsibilities

Provide ethical, accountable, and responsible legal representation to the City of Meridian.
Provide timely civil legal advice, counsel, and assistance to City departments, the Mayor, City Council, and City boards and commissions.
Attend regular and special meetings and provide legal advice to City Council, commissions, departments, and standing committees, as well as other meetings when legal presence is necessary or directed by the City Attorney.
Develop expertise in City department functions and prepare or review contracts, memoranda, agreements, easements, licenses, and other legal work.
Work independently with internal customers and external stakeholders.
Mentor and work with attorneys and staff; supervise and assign work to Assistant City Attorneys as needed, and support staff with the City Attorney's approval.
Assist departments with civil litigation, depositions, and internal investigations.
Provide civil legal advice to the Meridian Police Department as assigned or needed, including legal advice, case-law updates, and training.
Review Police Department public-records requests, evidence, and weapon and property dispositions.
Serve as the on-call advisor for the Meridian Police Department.
Assist police officers and command staff with civil litigation, depositions, and internal investigations.
Liaise with the Meridian Police Department, Ada County Prosecutor’s Office, and Boise City Attorney’s Office to communicate updates and resolve issues.
File objections to subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum when needed and appear in court.
Attend Idaho Prosecuting Attorneys Association training and research software to prepare for creating a City prosecution team.
Review and update Meridian Police Department policies and procedures.
Represent the City in civil litigation, administrative matters, and appeals.
Act in place of the City Attorney on occasion, as required.
Prepare or present written or verbal testimony concerning current or potential legislation to the State Legislature, stakeholders, or organizations.
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, opinions, and correspondence for internal customers and external stakeholders.
Review responses to public-records requests.
Prepare and review contracts, agreements, and instruments for legal sufficiency and to protect the City's interests.
Perform other legal duties as directed by the City Attorney in service of the City of Meridian.