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City of College Place City Attorney in College Place, Washington
Overview:
The City of College Place believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. This job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and scope of work. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
As the city works to accommodate growth and address the need for economic and residential development, the city attorney will lead, plan, and direct comprehensive legal services for the City; provides counsel to the City Administrator, Mayor, the City Council, Department Directors, and appointed boards and commissions and provides legal services for civil lawsuits. Position open until filled
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Depending upon assignment, the incumbent may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties, which are a representative sample of the level of work appropriate to this class.
Depending upon assignment, the incumbent may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties, which are a representative sample of the level of work appropriate to this class.
Employees of the City of College Place are expected to model and foster the City's core values: Open and Honest, Cooperation, Respect, Service, & Diversity.
Assist the City Administrator, Community Development Director, and Public Works Director with land use planning including commercial, industrial and residential developments and their associated infrastructure, building, and zoning requirements. Work with City Administrator and Directors to update Land Use Development and Building Codes, the Zoning Code, and the Subdivision Code to remain compliant with land development requirements as the City grows all the while identifying obstacles and /or hurdles to development.
Assist with negotiation and finalization of development agreements and contracts. Reviews City contracts, bonds, insurance policies and other legal documents and provides legal advice thereon.
Build and maintain cooperative professional relationships with the Mayor, City Administrator, and all Department Directors.
Serve as a member of the City Administrator's Leadership Team.
Plan, direct, and coordinate comprehensive legal services for the City.
Practice preventative law by interpreting, forecasting, and applying legal/municipal law trends.
Review proposed and enacted Washington State and Federal legislation for impact to the city.
Drafts and interpret City ordinances and resolutions.
Attend, prepare materials for and make presentations at City Council meetings, Planning Commission meetings, and other meetings as needed and/or required.
Develop and administer department budget, including fund forecast for equipment, materials, and supplies while practicing fiscal responsibility.
Cooperatively works with other department directors to refine and/or develop code provisions.
Function as the Risk Manager to develop policies and procedures related to risk management and participate in providing education and training to city staff.
Serves on and participates in employee committees as needed.
Return in a timely manner phone calls and emails regarding inquiries from Mayor, City Administrator, Department Directors, and the media.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Sets direction, goals, objectives, and priorities for the department.
Provides counsel to the City Administrator, Council, staff, committees and commissions.
Represents the City in civil and criminal matters and in administrative hearings.
Research and analyze complex legal situations and presents legal alternatives. As