Principal Assistant City Attorney

City of Tucson Inc

Tucson, Arizona, United States
Base: $47.08 - $70.61 usd hourly; bonus/equity: no...
Hybrid
Civil law practice experience
Complex litigation representation
Municipal code development
The Principal Assistant City Attorney provides advanced-level legal services and performs complex work in assigned areas of the Civil Division

Job Summary

  • The Principal Assistant City Attorney provides advanced-level legal services and performs complex work in assigned areas of the Civil Division.
  • Candidates will guide and mentor lower-level attorneys while acting as a liaison between city departments and the Mayor and Council.
  • The position offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, a rich pension plan, and 38 paid days off in the first year.

Matching Summary

The Principal Assistant City Attorney provides advanced-level legal services and performs complex work in assigned areas of the Civil Division.

Salary

Base: $47.08 - $70.61 USD hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pension, 401(k), paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Civil law practice experience
  • Complex litigation representation
  • Municipal code development
  • Legal advice to executives
  • Contract negotiation skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with real estate finance
  • Knowledge of zoning laws
  • Background in public utilities
  • Environmental law expertise
  • Eminent domain experience

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctorate degree required
  • Five years of relevant legal experience
  • Member in good standing with State Bar of Arizona
  • Valid unrestricted driver's license with two years driving history
  • U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorized non-citizen status

Work Rights

Must be U.S. Citizen or lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizen

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