$54.98-$82.49 Hourly / $9,529.87-$14,298.27 Monthly / $114,358.40-$171,579.20 Yearly
Responsibilities will vary depending on the assigned Practice Group within the Legal Department and may include: code development or revision; researching and drafting legal opinions; preparation and analysis of various legal documents, including contracts, grants, leases, policies, forms, agenda items, resolutions and ordinances as well as other legal instruments; consultation with departments on legal issues and problems; enforcement of violations of municipal ordinances before special magistrates and/or in Municipal Court; attending quasi-judicial meetings of the City Council and other administrative boards (e.g., code enforcement, historic preservation boards, variance review board, etc.); handling of litigation from inception to conclusion. The work is of a moderate to high degree of complexity and is performed independently with the ability to consult with a higher-level attorney; however, self-motivation, solution-oriented thinking and independence are emphasized. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate clerical employees. Work is performed in accordance with general policies and the established standards and practices of the legal profession and is reviewed by a higher-level attorney or the City Attorney through examination of plans proposed and an evaluation of the results of completed assignments.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a
Juris Doctor degree, membership in good standing with The
Florida Bar, and a minimum of seven (7) years of legal experience, which
may include experience in local government law.