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Salary Range: $101,032.46 - $151,549.26/annually
Nature Of Work
Under the direction of the Corporation Counsel, the Assistant City Attorney advises City staff on legal issues; drafts and reviews documents; and represents the City in administrative and/or court proceedings.
The Assistant City Attorney serves as staff to the various boards and commissions as assigned by the Corporation Counsel and may be required to attend evening meetings on occasion.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Specific assignment will include some or all of the following):
Minimum Requirements Of Work
Must possess a Juris Doctor from an accredited school of law and three (3) or more years of work experience as a licensed attorney.
Must be actively licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of Illinois or be eligible for reciprocal admission.
Must be eligible for admission to the general bar for the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Must be willing and able to attend evening meetings as required.
Prior Litigation Experience Preferred.
Prior experience with zoning, land use, and/or real estate contracts is preferred.
Experience with the Illinois Freedom of Information Act is preferred.
Physical Requirements Of Work
Ability to work primarily in a sedentary position, occasionally using force to lift, carry or otherwise move objects normally found in an office setting.
This employee is subject to inside environmental conditions.
Supervision
Under the general direction of the Corporation Counsel, work is performed with the guidance of the Deputy City Attorney. The individual has contact with other division and department staff at all levels and uses the necessary resources in other departments and divisions. Specific projects are assigned by the Corporation Counsel along with the Deputy City Attorney. Projects are also assigned in furtherance of the general goals and objectives set by the Department and overall City management. The employee is responsible for prioritizing work tasks, and for identifying and utilizing the appropriate resources to resolve a problem or situation and for researching and analyzing specific data. Direct supervision is provided by the Deputy City Attorney. Performance is reviewed through observation, completion of projects, status reports, conferences, and meetings. Work is evaluated at least annually with respect to problem-solving ability, research and analytical skills, written and verbal communication skills, and performance in accordance with this classification standard. Employee must be capable of exercising initiative and independent judgment working independently under the supervision of the Deputy City Attorney.
Public Contact
The employee has regular and frequent contact with division and department employees as well as other City employees and with the general public and outside legal institutions as well.
SELECTION METHOD TYPE OF ELIGIBILITY LIST LIFE OF ELIGIBILITY LIST
Structured Oral Interview
Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.
The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at 847-448-8204 (voice) or 847-866-5095 (TTY).