Closing Date: 13th February, 2026

Description:

Highly responsible legal work characterized by a variety of professional level duties and responsibilities involving the delivery of legal services of a complex nature. Legal services include direct assistance to the City Attorney on special projects or assignments. Work involves the review and/or preparation of complex legal documents, the preparation of briefs and legal opinions, and the preparation and review of resolutions, ordinances, and other proposed legislation of a complex nature. Responsibilities also include representation of the City or various departments in more complex litigation and/or administrative proceedings. Duties may include assignments in a specialized area of law based upon the incumbent's area of expertise. Work is performed under the general direction of the City Attorney and is reviewed through observation, conferences, reports and evaluation of results achieved.
Starting salary will be dependent upon qualifications and City, County, and Local Government law experience.

Examples of Duties:

Represents the City, City staff, and elected officials in legal matters, including litigation and appeals.
Prepares and/or reviews resolutions, ordinances, and other proposed legislation of a complex or unique nature.
Prepares and/or reviews leases, contracts, deeds, easements, license agreements, and other legal documents of a complex nature.
Prepares and/or reviews any legal pleadings required in a civil, criminal, or administrative proceedings.
Performs assignments independently and makes legal determinations in matters of substantial importance.
Independently plans, investigates, and negotiates on behalf of the City to resolve legal matters.
Represents the office of the City Attorney, elected officials, and departments at conferences, hearings, or trials.
Advises boards and committees appointed by the Commission.
Advises all City departments in reference to legal questions.

Typical Qualifications:
Juris Doctor Degree or equivalent; admission to the Florida Bar. Five (5) years of prior professional experience as an attorney. Two (2) or more years of experience in Florida City, County, or Local Government law is preferred.

Supplemental Information:
Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office or meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safe work place practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire and building safety regulations, and traffic signals when driving.