Assistant City Attorney IV

Assistant City Attorney IV - JR103928 Purpose: Under the direction of the City Attorney, this position provides legal services to and on behalf of the City. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Legal Advice: With minimal or no supervision, provides advanced level legal advice to elected officials and senior and executive management on highly complex issues that may have high political/financial impact. May assist other attorneys on other assignments. Legal Research: With minimal or no supervision, performs research on complex legal issues with a high level of political or financial impact. May assist other attorneys on other assignments. Legal Writing: With minimal or no supervision, prepares legal documents on complex legal matters. May assist other attorneys on other assignments. Legal Advocacy: With minimal or no supervision, acts as a lead representative of the City in complex internal and external legal matters that have significant political/financial impact. May assist other attorneys on other assignments. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: Supervision: May supervise other attorneys or staff on an acting or interim basis. Leadership: Provides substantial mentoring and training to lower-level attorneys on legal issues and legal skills. May lead project teams or cross‑divisional work teams. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of substantive laws applicable to Texas local governments. Knowledge of the City of Austin Charter, Code, and administrative policies and procedures. Knowledge of relevant court procedures and rules of evidence. Ability to communicate and present analysis and information both orally and in writing in a clear and effective manner. Ability to conduct thorough and accurate legal and factual research relevant to the job assignment. Ability to analyze and problem solve in a timely fashion on legal issues relevant to the job assignment. Proficiency in use of departmental computer systems and technology. Effective law office organizational skills. Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks, schedule interruptions, and shifting time deadlines. Ability to conform to departmental administrative procedures and requirements. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited school of law. Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas. Twelve (12) full years of active practice as a licensed attorney. Licenses and Certifications Required: License to practice law issued by the State Bar of Texas. Work Location: We value a healthy work‑life balance and currently offer a 40‑hour work week with flexible work hours and a hybrid schedule of three days remote and two days on‑site in accordance with the City’s policy and subject to supervisor approval. On‑site work is primarily located at Austin City Hall, 301 W. 2nd Street, Austin 78701, or other location as designated by a supervisor. Salary: $104,300.00 - $134,000.00 annually Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Paid leave time. Comprehensive retirement plan. Training opportunities. Division Overview: The Open Government / Ethics and Compliance division provides legal advice to City employees and officials related to compliance with requirements in ethics, open meetings, public information, elections and more. This position is intended to work on issues related to elections, petitions, and the City’s boards and commissions, including the City’s Ethics Review Commission. Note: The Open Government / Ethics and Compliance division has two open attorney positions currently. This position is intended to focus on elections, the other is intended to focus on public information. The City Attorney’s Office also has open attorney positions in other divisions, including Municipal Operations and Land Use / Real Estate. EEO Statement for City of Austin: The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. The City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or Texas Relay by dialing 7‑1‑1. #J-18808-Ljbffr