Assistant City Attorney I

The City of Chesapeake is seeking a dedicated legal professional to join our team as an Assistant City Attorney I . This position provides a unique opportunity to serve the public interest by delivering legal counsel and representation on a wide range of municipal matters that directly impact City operations, employees, and residents. The Assistant City Attorney performs professional legal work in support of the City Attorney's Office by providing legal advice, preparing legal documents, conducting legal research, and representing the City in various proceedings. The successful candidate will collaborate with City leadership, departments, boards, and commissions to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations while advancing the City's goals and objectives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conduct legal research and analysis on complex municipal issues and present findings and recommendations to the City Attorney. Prepare legal memoranda outlining relevant facts, legal issues, and recommended courses of action. Review, draft, and revise ordinances, resolutions, charter amendments, proposed legislation, contracts, deeds, leases, releases, pleadings, writs, franchises, and other legal documents on behalf of the City. Provide legal counsel and guidance to City departments, department directors, boards, commissions, and employees on a variety of municipal matters. Attend regular and special meetings to advise City officials and staff on legal issues and regulatory requirements. Respond to legal inquiries from City employees and departments in a timely and professional manner. Represent the City in court proceedings involving human services matters, collections, code enforcement cases, administrative hearings, and other matters affecting City operations. Assist with litigation strategy and trial preparation by conducting witness interviews, reviewing evidence, performing legal research, and preparing discovery materials. Conduct title examinations, certify titles, and assist with real estate transactions and closings involving City property. Stay current on developments in municipal, state, and federal law that may impact City operations. Perform other related duties as assigned. Why Join the City of Chesapeake? As an Assistant City Attorney, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of legal matters while serving a community committed to excellence in public service. This role offers meaningful work, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on the City and its residents. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks. Required Qualifications VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires a Juris doctorate. SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Requires a Commonwealth of Virginia Law License, or eligibility for membership in the Virginia Bar. Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards . SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. Preferred Qualifications