ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY I

ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY I
(Entrance – Non-Civil Service – Permanent Full-Time)

Conduct litigation in State and Federal District court on complex tort and related cases, including appeals through the United States Supreme Court. Prepare complex contracts and related legal documents for City Departments. Provide legal advice, counsel and course of action recommendations to City Departments in various areas, including Police, Aviation or related areas of substantial municipal responsibility. Represent the City in pre-trial conferences, including research and negotiation with all parties involved. Prepares cases for trial, examining law and evidence subject to review and assistance by a superior. Prepares and interviews witnesses presenting evidence for the City to ascertain that evidence is complete and will be well presented. Perform special projects for the City Attorney as requested. Represents City Administrators, Boards and Commissions. Represents the City before state and federal administration agencies, boards and Commissions. Research legal opinions, memoranda and data for the guidance of the City Departments. Researches, prepares, and compiles proposed ordinances and resolutions and proposed amendments to existing ordinances. Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification.

Salary Range:$55,607.62 - $76,973.95 annually, depending on education and experience.
REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from an accredited law school with a JD degree, admission or eligibility to be admitted to the Iowa Bar and sufficient experience in the practice of law. Possession of a valid Iowa driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility. The City of Des Moines’ Residency Requirement is in effect for this position. Applicant must be a resident of the City of Des Moines within seven (7) months of appointment date and maintain residency within the City of Des Moines while employed in this position.

Deadline Date:Until such time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Where to Apply:
Human Resources,
Room 103, City Hall,
400 Robert D. Ray Drive,
Des Moines, IA 50309

Selection Method:Applicants must submit a completed City application and resume. Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications will be contacted for an interview. Qualified disabled applicants who need a reasonable accommodation in order to interview must inform this office by the application deadline date.


•Only U.S. citizens and legal aliens are eligible for hire.
•Passing a pre-employment physical and drug screen is required prior to employment.
•We are an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.
•Female, minorities, and the disabled are encouraged to apply.