Closing Date: 21st September, 2025
Description:
Nature of PositionThis position is regularly scheduled to work a 5 day, 40 hour work week, and is required to attend court on a regular basis.
The City of Alameda is seeking one or more diligent, committed, and solutions-focused attorney to fill either the role of Deputy City Attorney II (minimum of 2 years of relevant experience), or Assistant City Attorney I (minimum of 4 years relevant experience). This role is expected to serve as the City's Risk Manager, which will involve managing the City's General Liability and Workers Compensation Programs, supervising the City's two Third Party Administrators (General Liability and Workers Comp.) and its safety contractor, and advising City Staff on all risk management issues. This role is also expected to handle general civil litigation and departmental advice which may include late night attendance at City Council/Boards/Commission meetings.
Targeted start date in October 2025.
Compensation Ranges
When applying for this position please attach your current resume and cover letter to your application.
Benefits of Employment
Compensation Ranges
- Deputy City Attorney II: $172,313 - 209,448 annually (exempt)
- Assistant City Attorney I: $193,925 - 235,751 annually (exempt)
When applying for this position please attach your current resume and cover letter to your application.
Benefits of Employment
For a comprehensive list of benefits, see the Benefit Matrix here (https://www.alamedaca.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/2/hr/benefits-page/2025-misc-groups-matrix-uploaded.pdf) (Download PDF reader) (https://get.adobe.com/reader/)
Distinguishing Features
Find more information including specific class and salary information by visiting the links below:
Or by visiting the City's Human Resources website at: https://www.alamedaca.gov/Departments/Administration/Human-Resources
Examples of Duties:
The following list of duties is intended only to describe the various types of work that may be performed and the level of technical complexity of the assignment(s) and is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties. The omission of a specific duty statement does not exclude it from the position if the work is consistent with the concept of the classification or is similar or closely related to another duty statement.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Essential Duties:
Other Duties:
Employment Standards:
Possession of the employment standards does not guarantee advancement to the examination or placement on the eligible list. This is a competitive examination where a candidate's performance in the examination will be evaluated in comparison with the core competencies required of the job.
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
- CalPERS Retirement: Classic Members: 2% at 55 formula, 8.868% contribution; New Members 2% @ 62 formula, 8.25% contribution.
- Medical: The City contracts with CalPERS to provide comprehensive health coverage to employees. Multiple HMO and PPO plans available, with a generous City contribution towards medical premiums.
- Dental: Comprehensive dental coverage provided to employees and their eligible dependents.
- Vacation: Starting with 80 hours annually and increasing with years of service.
- Management Incentive Leave: 27 hours of management leave per fiscal year.
- Holidays: 11 City Holidays
- Floating Holidays: 4 days
- Sick Leave: 96 hours annually; unused sick leave is converted to service credit at retirement.
- Deferred Compensation: Up to 1% 457(b) matching City contribution after 1 year of continuous service.
Find more information including specific class and salary information by visiting the links below:
- Deputy City Attorney II (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alamedaca/classspecs/1179922?keywords=deputy&pagetype=classSpecifications)
- Assistant City Attorney I (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alamedaca/classspecs/1179813?keywords=assistant%20city%20attorney&pagetype=classSpecifications)
Or by visiting the City's Human Resources website at: https://www.alamedaca.gov/Departments/Administration/Human-Resources
Examples of Duties:
The following list of duties is intended only to describe the various types of work that may be performed and the level of technical complexity of the assignment(s) and is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties. The omission of a specific duty statement does not exclude it from the position if the work is consistent with the concept of the classification or is similar or closely related to another duty statement.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Essential Duties:
- Represents the City and its officers and employees in litigation as necessary, including preparation of pleadings, briefs, motions and other documents; appears before federal and state courts and administrative agencies.
- Represent the City and/or the People of the State of California in prosecuting violations of state and/or local laws through criminal, civil and/or administrative proceedings.
- Negotiates and drafts and/or approves ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases and other legal documents and instruments.
- Performs legal research and prepares opinions considering the actions, powers, duties, functions and obligations of the City Council, City officials, departments and various agencies, boards and commissions.
- Confers with and renders assistance to department heads in establishing departmental policies by applying legal points and procedures; recommends changes in policies and procedures to meet legal requirements.
- Investigates claims and complaints against the City and may take or recommend appropriate action.
- May attend meetings of City Council, Council Committees, Commissions, Boards, and Committees to advise on legal matters.
- Represents the City Attorney at various board and commission meetings and in court as assigned.
- Responds to citizen complaints and requests for information.
- Represents the People of the State of California in daily appearances before the Alameda County Superior Court.
- Communicates with victims and witnesses to provide court updates and ensure compliance with the Victim's Bill of Rights (Marsy's Law).
- Coordinates with law enforcement and other justice partners on discovery, evidence, investigations, and testimony.
- Prepares and represents the People and/or the City in jury court trials.
- Conduct public meetings, workshops and training session to provide community education.
Other Duties:
- Assists with planning and organizing activities of the City Attorney's Office.
- May assist in the supervision, training and evaluation of lower-level attorneys and support staff.
Employment Standards:
Possession of the employment standards does not guarantee advancement to the examination or placement on the eligible list. This is a competitive examination where a candidate's performance in the examination will be evaluated in comparison with the core competencies required of the job.
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Deputy City Attorney II
Education: Equivalent to a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Experience/Knowledge/Ability: Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience performing legal work including experience in a principal or lead capacity. Experience in specialized legal matters such as those pertaining to worker's compensation and risk management is highly desirable.
Assistant City Attorney I
Education: Equivalent to a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Experience/Knowledge/Ability: Four (4) years of progressively responsible legal experience including experience in a principal, lead or supervisory capacity. Experience in specialized legal matters such as those pertaining to worker's compensation and risk management is highly desirable.
For a full listing of job related Knowledge and Abilities please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alamedaca/classspecs to review the class specification.
Other Requirements:
Deputy City Attorney II & Assistant City Attorney I require: Bar admission in any US state or territory OR the ability to obtain membership with the State Bar of California within 12 months of employment.
Deputy City Attorney II & Assistant City Attorney I require: Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a condition of initial and continued employment only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than the employee's ability to get to/from various work locations in a timely manner, is necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
Working Conditions:
Physical Demands:
Education: Equivalent to a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Experience/Knowledge/Ability: Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience performing legal work including experience in a principal or lead capacity. Experience in specialized legal matters such as those pertaining to worker's compensation and risk management is highly desirable.
Assistant City Attorney I
Education: Equivalent to a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Experience/Knowledge/Ability: Four (4) years of progressively responsible legal experience including experience in a principal, lead or supervisory capacity. Experience in specialized legal matters such as those pertaining to worker's compensation and risk management is highly desirable.
For a full listing of job related Knowledge and Abilities please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alamedaca/classspecs to review the class specification.
Other Requirements:
Deputy City Attorney II & Assistant City Attorney I require: Bar admission in any US state or territory OR the ability to obtain membership with the State Bar of California within 12 months of employment.
Deputy City Attorney II & Assistant City Attorney I require: Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a condition of initial and continued employment only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than the employee's ability to get to/from various work locations in a timely manner, is necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
Working Conditions:
- Indoor office environment.
- Ambient office sounds and noises such as speaking, working office equipment, and software.
- Travel to court, off-site meetings, or other City locations.
- Requires attendance at evening meetings, such as City Council or Commission meetings, as needed
Physical Demands:
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
- Seeing to read a variety of printed and digital materials.
- Sitting or standing for extended periods while performing legal research, attending meetings, or in court.
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.
- Occasional lifting of materials such as files, binders, and legal documents (typically up to 25 pounds).
