Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

Salary : $168,956.32 - $197,906.28 AnnuallyJob Type : Full-TimeJob Number : 202300814Department : City AttorneyOpening Date : 12 / 05 / 2024Closing Date : 2 / 28 / 2025 11 : 59 PM PacificOur diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San Jos, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San Jos employees work together as one team to make San Jos a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work.The City of San Jos is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San Jos is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.About the DepartmentThe City of San Jos, Office of the City Attorney is seeking : A senior level trial attorney with substantial civil experience in state and federal court.Position DutiesAs a litigation attorney in our Office, under supervision of a Chief Deputy, you will have primary responsibility for all aspects of assigned cases, including pleading, litigation strategy, client communication and coordination, discovery and document review, motion practice, settlement evaluation and negotiation, and trial. The City's varied and novel legal issues require excellent research, analytical, and writing skills as well as the ability to vigorously defend complex matters.Minimum QualificationsCandidates will have a minimum of 5 years recent civil litigation experience. Jury trial experience is preferred. Hiring criteria include command of rules of evidence and civil procedure; a demonstrated ability to analyze claims and defenses to execute appropriate discovery, motion and trial strategies; proficient legal research skills supporting effective written and oral advocacy.Admission to the California State Bar is required for this position.Salary range DOE : Deputy City Attorney - $116,511 - $195,946Senior Deputy City Attorney - $148,698 - $262,689Please send a cover letter and resume including complete employment history to : Nora Frimann, City Attorney, 200 East Santa Clara Street, 16th Floor Tower, San Jose, CA 95113, or e-mail to Application review is ongoing, and the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.Additional Information : Employment Eligibility : Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications / transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process.This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary : $148,698 - $262,689