Base: $93,500-$114,688 doq; bonus/equity: not spec...
Primary point of contact for legal services
24-hour communications availability required
Conduct legal research and document preparation
This self-initiating attorney provides high-level professional legal services to the police, airport, fire, and animal management departments with little direct supervision
Job Summary
This self-initiating attorney provides high-level professional legal services to the police, airport, fire, and animal management departments with little direct supervision.
The role requires maintaining 24-hour communications availability and responding to critical incidents such as police-involved shootings and serious accidents.
Candidates must have a valid Texas law license, five years of practicing attorney experience, and be able to represent the City in all court forums.
Matching Summary
This self-initiating attorney provides high-level professional legal services to the police, airport, fire, and animal management departments with little direct supervision.
Salary
Base: $93,500-$114,688 DOQ; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Primary point of contact for legal services
24-hour communications availability required
Conduct legal research and document preparation
Represent city in federal state municipal courts
Respond to critical incidents and shootings
Nice-to-have
Bilingual ability preferred
Mentor inexperienced Attorney-I staff members
Positive liaison with county prosecutors
Knowledge of Texas Public Information Act
Experience with civil rights and tort liability
Key Requirements
Valid Texas law license in good standing
Minimum five years experience as a practicing attorney
Valid Texas drivers license with acceptable driving record
No disqualifying criminal or law license disciplinary history