CITY ATTORNEY

City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated City Attorney to serve as in-house counsel, providing legal counsel in all matters pertaining to the business of the City and represents the City in actions brought by or against the City or against City officials in their official capacity. Are you seeking engaging work ? Do you wish to advance your career as a City Attorney? Does working for a rapidly growing city sound appealing to you? If so, please continue reading!

The City Attorney position earns competitive pay to commensurate with experience. We provide great benefits and perks , including paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), life & ADD insurance, a retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1, 100%-paid medical and 100%-paid dental with optional dependent coverage, workers compensation, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) . Additionally, we offer our employees an employee assistance program (EAP), a healthy lifestyle program, and access to Active Edinburg fitness centers . If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply to join our team today !

ABOUT CITY OF EDINBURG

Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city three times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation. Our wonderful city has exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, which makes it a great place to work.

Our employees share our dedication to the city, which is why we like to show them our appreciation for their commitment. We do this by providing competitive compensation , exceptional PTO opportunities , and other great benefits to help them lead healthy, productive lives . We care about people, and that includes both our residents and employees!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CITY ATTORNEY

As a City Attorney, you act as legal advisor to the City Council, City boards and senior City staff. Your work typically involves reviewing, preparing, or assisting in the preparation of all agendas, ordinances, resolutions, agreements and contracts, leases, legal opinions, deeds, liens, subpoenas, city policies, and all other City related matters. Your job is essential to the city, you draft legislation pertaining to municipalities and monitors state and federal legislative activity. You are constantly on your toes and ready for any new and unexpected challenges that may arise in the city. This can include representing the City, as legal counsel, in all actions brought by or against the City or against City officials for actions performed in their official capacity. You assist in recommending, interpreting and implementing policies and procedures. You enjoy being helpful and have no problem providing aide and support to all City officials as needed. The city needs someone like you with knowledge of legal research, governmental agencies, and you find genuine enjoyment in what you do!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CITY ATTORNEY

• A Juris Doctorate Degree from an Accredited law school
• Five (5) to Seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional work related experience as an Assistant, Deputy Attorney or City Attorney; municipal experience preferred. A combination of experience and education may be substituted for the above referenced requirements.
• Applicant must take and pass a pre-employment drug screening administered by the City of Edinburg appointed physician at the City's expense.
• Must have a current valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record.
• Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred.

Are you someone who prefers hands-on work? Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills? Are you attentive to detail? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Is dependability one of your strengths? If yes, you might just be perfect for this City Attorney job!

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you have the right skills in thoroughness and reliability to succeed as our City Attorney, apply now using our mobile-friendly application.

Location: 78541

Applicants will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.

Applicants must also take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.