8177-Attorney (Civil/Criminal)

Deputy City Attorney - Tax Team (Advice) - City Attorney's Office (8177) Apply using SmartRecruiters, the City and County of San Francisco's application portal. Appointment Type: Permanent Exempt (PEX) position; individuals who are appointed to Exempt Positions are appointed at the pleasure of their appointing officer and are considered to be "at-will." Application Opening : November 4, 2025 The San Francisco City Attorney’s Office is looking for a qualified and motivated state and local tax attorney to join its Tax Team. About the Office The San Francisco City Attorney’s Office is an innovative, nationally‑recognized municipal law office working to protect and advance the rights and interests of the City and County of San Francisco and its residents. With nearly 350 talented and dedicated employees, the Office provides exceptional legal services to the City’s Mayor, Board of Supervisors, officials, and departments. Our work empowers City leaders with effective, responsive, and creative legal solutions and representation so they can deliver critical public services, and our affirmative advocacy enhances the lives and wellbeing of San Francisco’s residents and visitors. The Office recognizes that diversity in the backgrounds, identities, and experiences of our employees enriches our workplace and enhances our work. We aspire to recruit, employ, retain, and promote talented individuals representing the full spectrum of our community, and welcome all candidates, including candidates of any race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and age, and candidates with disabilities. About the Tax Team and the Position The Tax Team advises City elected officials and departments with respect to local tax issues, including drafting all tax legislation; advises the Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector and Office of the Assessor‑Recorder on both tax and non‑tax issues; represents the City with respect to tax claims filed against the City; and defends the City in tax suits filed by taxpayers. This tax advice position would draft tax legislation; advise City elected officials and departments with respect to local tax issues; represent the City with respect to administrative claims for tax refund filed against the City; and work with our litigators to defend the City in tax suits filed by taxpayers. The position would advise on a wide range of local taxes, including the City’s business taxes, hotel taxes, parking taxes, and others. And it would provide advice on a wide range of issues related to those local taxes, including federal and state constitutional issues (Commerce Clause, special vs. general taxes); issues interpreting federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to the City’s taxes; and issues relating to the application of the City’s taxes to the diverse and emerging industries comprising San Francisco’s business community. Minimum Qualifications Licensed to practice law in California. Desired Qualifications Five or ideally more years of experience in state and local tax law, including gross receipts taxes, local excise taxes, transfer taxes, and others. Knowledge or background in restrictions on state and local taxes under the Federal and State Constitutions and statutes. Ability to assume responsibility quickly, work both independently and collaboratively, and identify and assess substantive and procedural legal issues. Ability to work effectively and efficiently, meet multiple competing deadlines, manage workload changes, and dive into new assignments quickly. Excellent written and oral communication and advocacy skills. Ability to exercise excellent judgment, adapt to changes, and be curious. Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude. Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. Interest and ability to work successfully as part of a team. Salary and Benefits The Deputy City Attorney position has a 16-step salary scale ranging from $153,140 to $268,320. The successful applicant is appointed to a salary step based on years of experience as a lawyer. The City offers robust health, retirement and other benefits. For more information please visit Attorneys are represented by the Municipal Attorneys Association. Information about compensation and benefits is available by entering Classification Code 8177 at Equal Opportunity Employer The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law. #J-18808-Ljbffr City and County of San Francisco