CITY ATTORNEY

Job Description

Job Description

The City of Branson is seeking a highly qualified and experienced City Attorney to serve as the chief legal advisor to the City Administrator, Mayor, Board of Aldermen, and City departments. This position plays a key role in supporting sound governance, protecting the City's legal interests, and providing practical, timely, and strategic legal guidance on a wide range of municipal matters.

What You'll Do: 

• Provide legal counsel to City leadership and departments on a variety of municipal matters.
• Prepare legal documents including contracts, ordinances, resolutions, policies, and legal opinions.
• Represent the City in legal proceedings, Board meetings, and administrative hearings as assigned.
• Protect the City's interests by supporting litigation, ensuring legal compliance, and helping manage risk.

Who We Need: 

• A trusted advisor who exercises sound judgment and provides practical legal guidance.
• A collaborative partner who builds strong relationships with City leaders, departments, and the community.
• A detail-oriented professional who manages multiple priorities and produces high-quality legal work.
• A public servant who leads with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to protecting the City's interests.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
• Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with a juris doctorate.  
• Evidence of passing the Missouri State Bar Examination and a valid Missouri Bar number.
• A valid, current license to practice law in the State of Missouri and the ability to maintain such licensure. 
  • A license from another state with reciprocity may be accepted, provided the employee obtains Missouri licensure prior to beginning employment. Any application, licensing, or related costs associated with obtaining a Missouri law license are the sole responsibility of the employee.
• Five (5) years of combined experience, practicing law in the public or private sectors.
• Knowledge of labor relations, civil litigation, collective bargaining and municipal, state, federal, and constitutional law affecting municipal government. 
• Some supervisory experience. 
• Possess a valid driver's license and must be insurable under the City of Branson's motor vehicle coverage when operating a vehicle as a part of the position.
• Successfully pass a background investigation and drug and alcohol screenings.

What will set you apart from the Others:

• Prior experience as a Chief Legal Counsel, City Attorney, or Deputy City Attorney for a municipality or county.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in municipal law, criminal law, business law, tax law, employment law or real estate law. 
• Familiarity with and understanding of Missouri state statues and municipal law. 
• Experience with legal software such as Westlaw, case management systems, and legal matter intake software.

Complete Job Description: Please click HERE for the full job description. 

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• LAGERS retirement program
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and 13 holidays
• Cox Fitness Center membership (Individual membership) -- AquaPlex family pass
• Tuition reimbursement and paid training 

Compensation and Benefits:   The starting wage range is $200,000 - $225,000 annually. Please click HERE for compensation/benefits information

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated legal professional to serve in a meaningful leadership role
and contribute to the continued success, accountability, and effective operation of municipal government.

Closing Date: Until Filled
Work Hours:  Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm; Some after hours are required, including, but not limited to, having regular attendance at all Board meetings. 
Work Location: City of Branson, Missouri; City Hall. This is an in office position requiring work to be performed onsite.  

EEO 

The City of Branson provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and gender expression), national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, the City of Branson complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The City of Branson will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. All individuals hired will be required to provide documentation to establish identity and employment authorization as a condition of employment. The City of Branson is a tobacco-free workplace.