What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervising Attorney, DCA IV position at Los Angeles City Attorney's Office (CA)?
The Los Angeles Water and Power (LADWP) Division acts as General Counsel to the Board of Water & Power Commissioners, its officers, and employees. Division attorneys are responsible for legal representation, counsel and advice, and handling litigation related to DWP operations.
As a municipally owned utility, LADWP exists by and for its customer-owners. The attorneys in the Procurement, Construction & Real Estate Divisionhelp LADWP to provide reliable, cost-effective water and electricity to over four million customers. With an annual operating budget exceeding $6 billion, LADWP strives to provide the quality customer-focused service of its Fortune 500 counterparts, but with the core values of transparency, fiscal responsibility and accountability of a government agency.
The Office of the City Attorney has an immediate opening for an experienced attorney interested in supervising the Procurement, Construction & Real Estate Division.
The attorney’s primary duties will include advising and representing DWP on a wide range of real estate transactions, contracts and litigation. The attorney will negotiate and draft purchase and sale agreements, contracts, leases, licenses, easements and financing instruments. The attorney will also advise on procurement, contracts, property management, landlord-tenant and boundary disputes. Responsibilities also include commencing and defending litigation involving the same issues. The attorney will also review and draft various service and procurement contracts. Some travel will be required.
- Licensed to practice law in all courts in the State of California and the United States District Court for the Central District of California.
- Minimum ten (10) years of practice in California and Federal Courts, including three (3) years of experience in drafting and reviewing contracts.
- Ability to review and draft contracts, ordinances, settlement agreements, resolutions, and Board letters.
- ability to draft clear, concise pleadings and motions and argue persuasively before courts, administrative hearing boards, and other tribunals.
Desired Qualifications
The following qualifications are desirable:
- Strong civil litigation experience;
- Demonstrated analytical skills;
- Ability to deal effectively with public officials, departmental personnel, and members of the
- public; and
- Strong oral communication skills.
Requirements for Application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Writing Sample personally authored in the last two years.
Telework
This position may qualify for up to 3 days of telework per week.
Current Location
221 N. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles. Position is subject to assignment at any location within the City of Los Angeles.
Probation
Appointment to this exempt position (non Civil-Service) will be subject to a two (2) year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. Successful completion of the two (2) year probationary period will result in tenure with the office.
Classification
Internal applicants: Placement in this position will be as a lateral transfer with the selected candidate assuming the position in their current classification.
Salary : $184,286 - $269,414
