What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Attorney IV (Finance) position at City of Atlanta?
Job Posting Open Until Filled
Salary Commensurate with Experience
General Description
This position will serve as a resource to the teams within the Municipal Governance Division and manage a variety of matters (e.g. contracts, finance, grants, procurement, regulatory and legislative matters). A key aspect of this role is the ability to apply legal advice effectively to the issues presented by clients, to act in a responsive manner, take time to listen and understand clients’ needs and the complexities of the situation and assure that legal advice, counseling, and drafting is aligned with the City of Atlanta Municipal Code and other applicable laws. The Municipal Governance Division and its attorneys have a critical role in collaborating with other members of the City’s Department of Law as the areas covered may have an impact in other operational areas of City.
The attorney will :
Support the Finance Team;
Provide advice and counsel to a variety of groups and departments within the City of Atlanta, including the Department of Finance, and the other clients of the Municipal Governance Division;
Ensure that all processes are followed;
Evaluate and communicate to internal stakeholders any contract risks and obligations and provide general legal advice as needed throughout the contracting, finance or pension appeal process;
Establish productive relationships with the City agencies, departments, and functional groups; and
Draft answers to quiet title and interpleader petitions, represent the City of Atlanta’s interests in these matters and maintain knowledge of case status for quiet titles and interpleaders for the Department of Law.
Conduct legal research related to applicable municipal, state, and federal laws and regulations and interpret laws, rulings and regulations to advise on legal matters.
