Environmental & Water Resources Attorney I or II

City of Greeley • Greeley, CO

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About The Position

The Greeley City Attorney’s Office is seeking an attorney to join our team. This position may be filled at the Attorney I or Attorney II level, depending on the qualifications of the applicants. The chosen attorney will primarily support and provide legal services to the Water and Sewer Department, Stormwater Department, and Water and Sewer Board in the areas of water law, environmental law, real estate, contracting and procurement, and municipal law. The attorney in this position may also advise other City departments on a variety of other legal issues. Typical duties include drafting documents, conducting legal research and analysis, providing legal advice (both verbal and written), and representing the City before local, state, federal, and administrative tribunals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree obtained through a four-year college or university program.
• Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado (or if application is pending, admission to practice within 60 days of hire date).
• At least 5 years of experience practicing law is required to be considered for an Attorney II position.
• Communication skills to effectively convey information to elected officials, the public, and City employees both in person and on the telephone.
• Oral, written, and listening communication skills, including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages, information, concepts, and details accurately and clearly.
• By means of note-taking or mental capacity, be able to recall information presented in meetings and/or court environments to be able to assert the City's position.
• Organizational skills, including the ability to set and meet goals and deadlines, manage appointments, create schedules, coordinate and facilitate meetings, and make decisions.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple concurrent and competing tasks and responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment, as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results.
• Ability to maintain a strong work ethic, positive problem-solving attitude, and enthusiasm for the work performed.
• Ability to self-start and take initiative in completing daily tasks and special projects.
• Ability to focus on activities that have the greatest impact on meeting work commitments.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Knowledge of the business and organizational structure of Colorado municipalities.
• Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with a variety of internal and external constituencies.
• Ability to communicate, collaborate, and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ages.
• Interpersonal skills, including the ability to facilitate interaction, communication, and teamwork between others.
• Ability to operate a personal computer, including the ability to utilize various programs including, but not limited to, Microsoft 365, Adobe Professional, case matter management programs, and legal research programs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in state or local government and demonstrated interest in public service.
• Experience or knowledge in one or more of the following areas of law: Municipal, Contracts and Procurement, Real Property, Water, Environmental, and/or Public Utilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide sound legal advice and representation to the officers, employees, and agencies of the City including representing the City in court proceedings and administrative hearings before municipal and state courts and administrative agencies.
• Provide case and matter management including motions practice, civil discovery, and depositions. Draft legal briefs. Prepare and present oral arguments.
• Represent the interests of the City, develop relationships with allied agencies, and coordinate inter-agency efforts that are aligned with City projects.
• Conduct detailed legal research on complex topics. Draft legal advice letters, memoranda, and formal written legal opinions.
• Coordinate work with other attorneys and paralegals.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex topics.
• Draft legal advice letters, memoranda, and written legal opinions for city employees, departments, boards, and commissions.
• Prepare contracts and other transactional documents.
• Draft ordinances, resolutions, and other legal documents required to complete city projects and initiatives.
• Attend meetings of City departments and work groups to provide analysis of legal issues and to provide legal advice necessary to develop appropriate policies and procedures and to formulate rules and regulations for the administration of City government.
• Attend and participate as a representative of the City in meetings of local and regional governments and related entities regarding matters of importance to City projects.
• Maintain subject-matter files in the case management system.
• Update forms to reflect changes in legislation and case law.
• Develop training materials and other client communications.
• Participate in continuing legal education programs.
• Other job duties as may be assigned.

Benefits

• The City offers a robust benefits package, including health and wellness, retirement savings, and discounted Greeley facilities access.
• This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level