What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney II - Transactional position at Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles, CA?

Salary : $134,409.60 - $165,318.40 Annually

Location : Los Angeles, CA

Job Type : At-Will

Job Number : 25-11

Department : Legal

Opening Date : 01 / 13 / 2025

Characteristics of the Class : The position allocable to this exempt classification will work with and at the direction and supervision of one or more senior attorneys assisting departments with various municipal law matters including the Brown Act, Public Records Act, public contracting and procurement, real estate, affordable housing development, municipal finance and policy preparation and updates. In addition, the position will provide legal support to the Housing Authority (and its instrumentalities) regarding public housing, Section 8 vouchers, and other subsidized housing programs. This classification differs from the Staff Attorney I (Transactional) in that the duties and responsibilities are more difficult and complex, requiring a higher degree of knowledge, initiative and independent judgement.

Examples of Essential Functions :

Assists with responding to Public Records Act requests and subpoenas.
Prepares and / or reviews contracts, memorandums of understanding and other agreements.
Prepares and / or reviews real estate related agreements including licenses, permits, real estate listing agreements, loan agreements and recordable instruments such as easements, leases, covenants, and other agreements.
Assists with document preparation / review and negotiations related to affordable housing and tax credit development and redevelopment.
Conducts legal research and prepared memorandums as requested.
Assists with the preparation and updating of policies and procedures and review of NOFAs and RFPs and related due diligence.
Provides legal assistance with procurement activities under state and federal law.
Provides legal assistance to ensure compliance with state and federal Public Works contracting requirements.
Assists with review of Board Reports, Resolutions, and compliance with the Brown Act as may be requested from time to time.
Assists with other legal matters affecting the Housing Authority as directed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements :

Member in good standing of the California State bar. Three (3) years of experience preferably working in the areas of municipal law, real estate law, public finance and public contracting. Must be licensed to practice law in California. Candidate must possess :

Strong legal research and writing skills.

Ability to multi-task and work independently with limited supervision.

Manage a large volume of work.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

License Required : Must be a member of the California Bar in good standing.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education and training. The application must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation.

HIRING INFORMATION : All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, which includes : a post-offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the United States.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION : Testing Accommodations : If you require an accommodation due to a physical, mental or learning disability, please call (213) 252-5400 for special assistance. Special testing accommodations may be arranged if verification of the disability is provided by a physician, rehabilitation counselor, or other authority.

Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation in any portion of the selection process should state their need in writing when submitting an application. NOTE : The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

As a condition of new and continued employment, employees in this classification must participate in mandatory direct deposit of payroll.

Pursuant to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles' Conflict of Interest Policy, new and existing employees are required to refrain from participating in activities, employment or enterprises, which are in conflict with public interest and / or with his or her duties as an employee of the Authority. A copy of the Conflict of Interest Policy may be obtained by visiting our website at : http : / / www.hacla.org / Portals / 0 / Attachments / Others / ConflictofInterestPolicy.pdf Please call NeoGov Toll-Free Applicant Support telephone line (855) 524-5627 if you forget your password, have application login problems or get an error message during the application process.

HACLA Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision Plan :

HACLA will provide up to 100% of the CalPERS medical premium rate for Los Angeles, San Bernardino & Ventura Counties Kaiser rates for employee only, employee one dependent, and employee multiple dependents as applicable

HACLA will provide 100% of basic Dental HMO rates for employee only, employee one dependent, and employee multiple dependents as applicable

HACLA will provide 100% basic Vision coverage for employee only, employee one dependent, and employee multiple dependents as applicable

250 OPT OUT payment is available for employees with a qualifying health plan outside of the employer network.

Employees have the option to choose additional optional insurance such as Dental PPO, Custom Vision, additional medical coverage, and voluntary additional life insurance.

Short-Term Disability / Long-Term Disability / Mandatory Life :

HACLA will provide 100% of STD / LTD / Mandatory Life premiums for all eligible employees to maintain the IRS 125 Plan

Pension Plan :

HACLAretirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Vesting is five (5) years.

For Classic members, the pension formula is 2.7% at 55 with members contributing 8% of their wages towards their retirement.

For PEPRA members, the pension formula is 2% at 62, with members contributing 7.75% of their wages towards their retirement.

CalPERS will make the determination regarding the type of membership for which the eligible employee will qualify.

General Leave / Holidays / PTO :

Annual leave accruals vary, depending upon the type of job / position (membership in employee organizational group) and years of service. Length of service increases accrual rates by employee organizational group when service requirements are met.

Newly Hired Annual Accruals :

At-Will / Non-Represented accrual per pay period 5.23 hours (17 days annually)

Council of Housing Professionals-Management accrual per pay period 4.15 hours (14 days annually)

Council of Housing Professionals-Administration accrual per pay period 6.78 hours (22 days annually)

Service Employees International Union (Local 721) accrual per pay period 6.78 hours (22 days annually)

Los Angeles County Building and Construction Trades Council accrual per pay period 5.23 hours (17 days annually)

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees accrual per pay period 6.78 hours (22 days annually)

14 Observed Holidays :

New Year's Eve; New Years Day; Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday; President's Day; Cesar Chavez Day; Memorial Day; Juneteenth; Independence Day; Labor Day; Veteran's Day; Thanksgiving Day; Day After Thanksgiving; Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.

12 Floating Holiday hours annually

Opportunity to earn up to 160 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible exempt employees as comp time per calendar year. Employees may cash out up to 160 hours of accrued and unused PTO annually.

Additional Optional Benefits :

Pre-Tax Deferred Compensation 457 Plan

Group term life insurance

Flexible Spending Account Options

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Work Schedules

Partial Telework Program

Temporary Casual / Per-Diem employee are eligible to enroll / recieve the following benefits :

Kaiser Medical Insurance - 50% employer covered medical through Kaiser Permanente if working 30 hours or more per week.

Paid Sick Time - At least 40 hours or 5 days of sick leave after 90 days of employment.

Eligible casual employees may enter as Classifc or PEPRA members if qualifying requirements are met.

Per-Diem employees are not eligible for the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS).

Note : Temporary casual / per-diem employees are able to work up to 40 hours per week as necessary.

Availability of benefits are dependent upon employment eligibility status with HACLA

Are you a member in good standing of the California State Bar?

How many years of experience do you have working in the areas of municipal law, real estate law, public finance and / or public contracting?

Less than 12 months

More than 1 year but less than 2 years

More than 2 years but less than 3 years

More than 3 years but less than 4

4 or more years

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Salary : $134,410 - $165,318

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