What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant City Attorney III position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Assistant City Attorney III
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CITY ATTORNEY
Division
CITY ATTORNEY
Requisition Number
2025039
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
O - Occasional
Pay Grade
GE24
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$101,453 – $134,425; Depending on qualifications and experience.
Job Description
The City of Chesapeake is seeking an experienced candidate to fill the position of Assistant City Attorney III. The successful candidate will render high level legal services to the City of Chesapeake and to assist in the supervision of staff. Additionally, this position is responsible for preparing complex legal documents, providing legal advice, conducting legal research, representing the City in court proceedings, mediating disputes, and supervising staff. The position works within broad policy and organizational guidelines; independently plans and implements projects; and reports progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings.
Typical Tasks:
Typical Tasks:
- Provides legal advice on a wide variety of complex issues and recommends an appropriate course of conduct for City’s directors, managers, and other employees on a variety of issues. Renders oral and written opinions on complex legal issues involving state, federal and local laws.
- Reviews and drafts legal documents including motions, petitions, orders, writs, pleadings, deeds, leases, ordinances, resolutions, policies, and contracts.
- Attends meetings of boards, commissions, committees and departments to provide legal advice, training and recommendations.
- Attends meetings of regional, state and federal agencies, authorities and commissions to represent the interests of the City and help resolve complex issues involving other municipalities and governmental entities.
- Provides legal representation to the City in judiciary and administrative proceedings, including trial and appellate work. Serves as “first chair” litigator in major court cases and manages significant caseload, including witness interviews, legal research, and evidentiary motions.
- Facilitates major property acquisitions for City projects, including title work, document preparation and condemnations.
- Reviews and negotiates vendor contracts, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations, advising on risk management, resolving supplier disputes, and providing legal guidance on purchasing policies and strategies.
- Mediates disputes involving the City or any of its boards, commissions or committees.
- Assists the City Attorney and Deputy City Attorney in the supervision of staff, including training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, and recommending disciplinary action.
- Upon request, assists the City Attorney and Deputy City Attorney in the preparation of the departmental budget and monitors expenditures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires a Juris doctorate.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of three years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a Juris doctorate.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of three years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
- Requires a Commonwealth of Virginia Law License, or eligibility for membership in the Virginia Bar.
- Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with the Virginia Public Procurement Act and working with Procurement/Purchasing is preferred.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
01/17/2025
Job Close Date
02/14/2025
Open Continuous
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please submit a legal writing sample along with your cover letter and resume.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Carrying
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Reaching
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Handling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Fine Dexterity
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Kneeling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Twisting
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Climbing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Balancing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Computers, telephones, copier, printer, fax
Protective Equipment Required
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
N = Never
Chemical Hazards
N = Never
Electrical Hazards
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
N = Never
Physical Danger or Abuse
N = Never
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
N = Never
Extreme Temperatures
N = Never
Noise and Vibration
N = Never
Fumes and Odors
N = Never
Wetness/Humidity
N = Never
Darkness or Poor Lighting
N = Never
Primary Work Location
Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
Yes, other attorneys in the office.
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $101,453 - $134,425
