Staff Attorney 2

City of Chattanooga•Chattanooga, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the City of Chattanooga Team. Chattanooga, a vibrant and growing community of over 190,000 residents within a metropolitan area of nearly 600,000 is known as the "Scenic City" for a reason. Nestled along the Tennessee River and surrounded by the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, we are a hub of outdoor adventure and innovation. Home to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) and Chattanooga State Community College. Our Organization has 2,600 employees committed to excellence in public service and making Chattanooga the best community in the country. Our team ensures our city thrives through a wide range of municipal services. The City of Chattanooga’s workforce is the heartbeat of our community. We don't just offer jobs; we offer careers with purpose: making Chattanooga the best city in America. We are committed to being the premier employer of choice in Southeast Tennessee by providing competitive compensation, work-life balance, exceptional wellness, and growth opportunities. Chattanooga isn't just near nature, it's immersed in it. As one of the most biodiverse cities in North America, the "Scenic City" offers an ecological richness that few places on earth can claim. Our mission is to work together to build a safe, vibrant, and sustainable city for all Chattanoogans. To do that, it takes a team of skilled and passionate individuals. So, if you’d like to call Chattanooga home – or maybe you already do! – and want to further your career through meaningful work that makes a true impact where you live, we’d love to talk to you.

Requirements

Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university
Seven (7) years of practicing civil law strongly preferred.
Valid Driver’s License
Licensure to practice law in the State of Tennessee, admission to Tennessee and Federal courts, and good standing with the Tennessee Supreme Court are required.
Must hold a license to practice in state and federal courts in Tennessee and possess a strong working knowledge of Tennessee and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence.

Responsibilities

Tracks legal developments to monitor compliance with applicable laws.
Drafts, reviews, and negotiates ordinances, amendments, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases, permits, licenses, and other legal instruments.
Provides legal advice to City Council, Department Administrators, Boards, Commissions, and Committees, and City staff; reviews and interprets federal, state, county, and city constitutions, charters, statutes, ordinances, rules, regulations, court decisions, laws, and other legal entities.
Prepares, reviews, and negotiates a variety of legal documents, offerings, and requests for information, which may include motions; pleadings; memorandums; immunity agreements; defense claims; legal opinions; petitions; special actions; briefs; subpoenas; contractual agreements; court coverage instructions; and related activities.
Represents the City, its officers, and employees in all litigation, including preparation of dockets, anticipating defense, presenting evidence, developing case theory, pleadings, briefs, motions, and other documents, preparation and trial of legal matters, and handling of appeals; and appears before all Federal and State courts and administrative agencies.
Assists in the collection of debts and damages due to the City.
Assists in the enforcement of City ordinances and codes and City traffic regulations; participates in coordinating and facilitating related prosecution activities.
Monitors the status of cases for the filing of legal papers and the payment of civil penalties.
Provides legal counsel to assigned department(s) regarding applicable codes, ordinances, statutes, and laws.
Conducts public hearings and coordinates public comment period.
Responds orally and in writing to complaints, public comments, and inquiries from the general public.
Reviews Local ordinances, State codes, Federal laws and statutes, and the U.S. Constitution to resolve legal issues.
Prepares correspondence, memos, briefings, management reports, and other documents.
Coordinates filing of legal advertisements with the County Clerk, newspapers, and others.
Serves as a legal advisor to applicable departments; attends department meetings to communicate and obtain information.
Serves as custodian for ordinances, Board minutes, docket files, and other legal documents.
Must meet regular attendance requirements.
Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and citizens.
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.