What are the responsibilities and job description for the City Attorney position at Peckham & McKenney?
The City of Tracy seeks a strategic, solutions-oriented legal leader to serve as its next City Attorney. This high-impact role involves advising the newly constituted City Council and executive leadership team on critical legal and policy matters that shape the city’s future.
Tracy, home to nearly 100,000 residents, blends small-town charm with big-city opportunity in the heart of California’s Central Valley. With a thriving economy, top-rated schools, and a strong sense of community, Tracy offers an exceptional quality of life while serving as a key hub for industry, commerce, and innovation.
The ideal candidate is an experienced municipal law expert with deep knowledge of land use, real estate, public contracts, procurement, labor relations, and regulatory compliance. This is your opportunity if you are a collaborative, engaged, solutions-oriented leader who offers straightforward strategic counsel to help city leaders navigate complex legal challenges. The next City Attorney will mentor and develop a high-performing team and be a trusted advisor, thus shaping the future of an organization and community.
A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, at least seven years of municipal or related legal experience, and an active CA State Bar license are typical ways to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position. Prior experience as a City Attorney, Assistant City Attorney, or outside counsel serving municipal clients is preferred. The annual salary is $289,600, with an excellent benefits package, including CalPERS retirement, a 9/80 work schedule, and relocation assistance.
Filing deadline: March 27, 2025
Resumes are acknowledged within 2 business days.
Salary : $289,600
