Assistant City Attorney II - Prosecution Division
Apply NowCompany: City of Yakima, WA
Location: Washington, DC 20530
Description:
Salary : $94,931.20 - $115,419.20 Annually
Location : Dick Zais Law and Justice Center, WA
Job Type: Full-time
Department: Legal
Division: Legal Services
Opening Date: 12/04/2024
Bargaining Unit: None/Mgmt
Initial candidate eligibility is based on the job application and any accompanying documentation. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide sufficient information and details within the body of the application (education and work experience sections) to permit the City of Yakima to properly evaluate the candidate's qualification, abilities and experience as it relates to the requirements of the position. For calculation of experience, one year of experience equals 12 months with a minimum of 173.33 hours per month. Additional required documents must be attached. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application fields.
Overview and Minimum Class Requirements
The City of Yakima has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant City Attorney to join the Legal Department Prosecution Division!
Click here to view the complete job description
THE FOLLOWING MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED:
All applications must be completed in full AND have the following attachments to be considered. (Resume may not substitute for education and/or work history information required in the application)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Doctor of Jurisprudence or equivalent from recognized school of law and three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in criminal law.
Must be a member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association.
Must pass a background investigation regarding applicant's aptitude, character, and judgment; credit, driving record and criminal history.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the City Attorney, the incumbent performs with a high level of expertise a variety of complex and specialized legal functions for the City Council, City Manager, and departments or divisions within the City; provides with minimal supervision legal counsel and expertise to City officials; represents the City in civil and criminal litigation, negotiation, and other legal proceedings.
The Assistant City Attorney II classification is the highest classification in this job series and is distinguished from the Assistant City Attorney I classification in that the incumbent exercises considerable discretion and has more expertise and independent authority than the Assistant City Attorney I.
The Assistant City Attorney II classification is distinguished from the higher City Attorney classification in that the City Attorney performs at the department level and is responsible for the overall supervision and administration of the City Legal Department.
Supervision Received: This classification works with a high level of independence and expertise commensurate with experience and receives only limited supervision from the City Attorney and/or the City Prosecutor.
Supervision Exercised: Supervision is not a normal responsibility of this classification, however, incumbents may assign day-to-day work to support staff.
Essential Functions
Any single position in this classification will not usually involve all the duties listed and many positions will involve duties which are not listed.
Screen criminal complaints, appear at arraignments and other pretrial hearings; conduct necessary interviews and investigations to gather information required for criminal prosecutions; research, study, and interpret laws, court decisions, and other legal precedents required for criminal prosecutions; draft motions, trial and appellate briefs; and represent the City in bench and jury trials, contested hearings, and criminal appeals.
Provide legal services to the City's Police Department, including training police officers on and developing departmental policies/procedures concerning criminal records, warrants, charges, arrests, and other police activities.
Advise City Council and City departments on various aspects of criminal law and policies relating to criminal law, including drafting or reviewing related contracts and ordinances, policy discussions, and presentations to the City Council. May be asked to provide advice on other topics as necessary.
Other duties as assigned.
Major Worker Characteristics
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is performed primarily in an office environment under pressure and requires the ability to quickly adjust to priorities and demands. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Frequent contact with the public who may be angry or upset. Occasional extension of work day to meet deadlines.
The City of Yakima is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The City of Yakima is a premier employer in the Yakima Valley with extensive opportunities for training and growth. The City offers a competitive benefit package including:
The pay range listed for this position is establish through the City of Yakima's Master Pay Ordinance in accordance with the Municipal Code and/or the applicable collective bargaining agreement. New employees generally start at step A with progression through the steps based on merit and successful performance evaluation.
City of Yakima employees are paid and accrue benefits on a monthly basis.
Location : Dick Zais Law and Justice Center, WA
Job Type: Full-time
Department: Legal
Division: Legal Services
Opening Date: 12/04/2024
Bargaining Unit: None/Mgmt
Initial candidate eligibility is based on the job application and any accompanying documentation. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide sufficient information and details within the body of the application (education and work experience sections) to permit the City of Yakima to properly evaluate the candidate's qualification, abilities and experience as it relates to the requirements of the position. For calculation of experience, one year of experience equals 12 months with a minimum of 173.33 hours per month. Additional required documents must be attached. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application fields.
Overview and Minimum Class Requirements
The City of Yakima has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant City Attorney to join the Legal Department Prosecution Division!
Click here to view the complete job description
THE FOLLOWING MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED:
All applications must be completed in full AND have the following attachments to be considered. (Resume may not substitute for education and/or work history information required in the application)
- Resume
- Letter of Interest including how you meet the minimum qualifications
- A Professional Writing sample
- 3 Professional References
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Doctor of Jurisprudence or equivalent from recognized school of law and three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in criminal law.
Must be a member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association.
Must pass a background investigation regarding applicant's aptitude, character, and judgment; credit, driving record and criminal history.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the City Attorney, the incumbent performs with a high level of expertise a variety of complex and specialized legal functions for the City Council, City Manager, and departments or divisions within the City; provides with minimal supervision legal counsel and expertise to City officials; represents the City in civil and criminal litigation, negotiation, and other legal proceedings.
The Assistant City Attorney II classification is the highest classification in this job series and is distinguished from the Assistant City Attorney I classification in that the incumbent exercises considerable discretion and has more expertise and independent authority than the Assistant City Attorney I.
The Assistant City Attorney II classification is distinguished from the higher City Attorney classification in that the City Attorney performs at the department level and is responsible for the overall supervision and administration of the City Legal Department.
Supervision Received: This classification works with a high level of independence and expertise commensurate with experience and receives only limited supervision from the City Attorney and/or the City Prosecutor.
Supervision Exercised: Supervision is not a normal responsibility of this classification, however, incumbents may assign day-to-day work to support staff.
Essential Functions
Any single position in this classification will not usually involve all the duties listed and many positions will involve duties which are not listed.
Screen criminal complaints, appear at arraignments and other pretrial hearings; conduct necessary interviews and investigations to gather information required for criminal prosecutions; research, study, and interpret laws, court decisions, and other legal precedents required for criminal prosecutions; draft motions, trial and appellate briefs; and represent the City in bench and jury trials, contested hearings, and criminal appeals.
Provide legal services to the City's Police Department, including training police officers on and developing departmental policies/procedures concerning criminal records, warrants, charges, arrests, and other police activities.
Advise City Council and City departments on various aspects of criminal law and policies relating to criminal law, including drafting or reviewing related contracts and ordinances, policy discussions, and presentations to the City Council. May be asked to provide advice on other topics as necessary.
Other duties as assigned.
Major Worker Characteristics
Knowledge of:
- Methods and practices of legal research and the sources and availability of materials and information.
- Preparation and review of complex legal documents and instruments involving substantial impact on City operations.
- Legal procedures used before a variety of courts, boards, commissions, and administrative agencies.
- Principles and practices of civil and criminal law.
- Constitutional provisions, local ordinances, and operations.
- Municipal government structure, operations, and jurisdiction.
- Case preparation and litigation techniques.
- Organization and analysis of case facts and legal precedents.
- Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
- Oral and written communications skills.
- Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
- Technical aspects of field and specialty.
- City organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
- Negotiation/mediation skills and techniques.
Ability to:
- Participate in difficult deliberative proceedings and render effective legal counsel.
- Provide professional legal services to a specialized area of City government.
- Prepare comprehensive legal opinions.
- Perform complex legal research utilizing appropriate sources and materials.
- Draft and review legal documents and instruments of major impact on City operations.
- Represent the City in administrative hearings and state, federal, and municipal court proceedings.
- Organize and evaluate case facts, evidence, and other documentation.
- Analyze and interpret case law and legal precedents.
- Prepare, draft, and review a variety of legal documents and instruments.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Read, interpret, apply, and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
- Meet schedules and time lines.
- Work independently with little direction.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is performed primarily in an office environment under pressure and requires the ability to quickly adjust to priorities and demands. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Frequent contact with the public who may be angry or upset. Occasional extension of work day to meet deadlines.
The City of Yakima is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The City of Yakima is a premier employer in the Yakima Valley with extensive opportunities for training and growth. The City offers a competitive benefit package including:
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
- FREE healthcare clinic!
- WA State PERS pension plan
- 3% contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan
- PTO accrual starting at 19.00 hrs/mo (Part-time positions are pro-rated to the percentage of the position)
- 11 paid holidays
- Longevity pay incentive (after 5 years)
- Life Insurance
- Much more!
The pay range listed for this position is establish through the City of Yakima's Master Pay Ordinance in accordance with the Municipal Code and/or the applicable collective bargaining agreement. New employees generally start at step A with progression through the steps based on merit and successful performance evaluation.
City of Yakima employees are paid and accrue benefits on a monthly basis.