Deputy City Attorney - Real Estate & Finance Team - City Attorney's Office (8177)

Deputy City Attorney - Real Estate & Finance Team - City Attorney's Office (8177) Full-time Job Code and Title: 8177-Attorney (Civil/Criminal) Fill Type: Permanent Exempt Compensation: USD 155,428 - USD 272,350 per year Appointment Type: Permanent Exempt (PEX). Appended positions are at‑will. 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. We welcome a diverse range of candidates and are committed to an inclusive workplace. For more on our diversity efforts, visit The Office offers a hybrid work schedule for eligible employees. About the Real Estate & Finance Team The Real Estate & Finance Team is a collaborative group of 11 attorneys, two paralegals, and three legal secretaries. The team oversees legal aspects of real estate, debt financing, and other business transactions. Attorneys work on a wide range of transactions including development projects, purchases and sales, leases, loans, legislation, easements, and more. The team partners closely with many City departments. Deputy City Attorney Position and Responsibilities The team seeks an experienced real estate attorney to negotiate contracts and structure real estate transactions on behalf of various City departments. The attorney will advise clients on compliance with City and other legal requirements and may appear before Board of Supervisors and Commission hearings related to contracts and projects. Minimum Qualifications Licensed to practice law in California Desired Qualifications Five or more years of real estate management, transactional, and development experience Excellent drafting and negotiating skills Excellent oral and written communication and legal analytical skills Understanding of government legislation, operations, and regulations Ability to assume responsibility quickly and work independently and efficiently Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and a wide range of clients with differing levels of expertise with a positive attitude Ability to manage and appropriately balance multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and adjust to workload fluctuations Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment Interest and commitment to public service Salary and Benefits The position has a 16‑step salary scale ranging from $155,428 to $272,350. The successful applicant is appointed to a salary step based on years of experience. The City offers robust health, retirement, and other benefits. Attorneys are represented by the Municipal Attorneys Association. Selection Procedures The selection process includes evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications may not be guaranteed an interview. Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may implement additional screening mechanisms. We encourage 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, 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-Francisc