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POSTING OVERVIEW
Qualified candidates may be eligible for reimbursement on moving expenses. Flexible scheduling available to include (but are not limited to) every other Friday off. This position may be filled as a Level I or Level II Assistant City Attorney.
2024 Salary Ranges:
Level I: $7,631 - $10,174/monthly
Level II: $9,041 - $12,054/monthly
CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Level I: Under general direction, enforces the Municipal Code through legal representation of the City in misdemeanor cases. Incumbent provides legal advice to police officers and various City departments; reviews reports for charging decisions; conducts case settlement negotiations; prepares cases for trial and tries cases in court.
Level II: This classification is distinguished from Assistant City Attorney I because it requires greater knowledge of civil litigation and government process. The incumbent will provide legal advice to the City Manager and City Council concerning civil litigation matters in executive sessions. The incumbent will also draft ordinances and prepare staff reports to the City Council. The incumbent exercises considerable discretion and has more expertise and independent authority than Assistant City Attorney I.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Level II:
This position requires a Juris Doctor degree but is otherwise an entry level position that will provide training, mentoring, and courtroom experience to the person hired. Active members of the Washington State Bar Association are preferred but individuals eligible for and awaiting admission may also be considered.
- Must be an active member of the Washington State Bar Association or be Rule 9 eligible.
- Must pass a criminal background investigation.
- Must maintain a level of mental and physical fitness required to perform the essential functions of this classification.
Level II:
This position requires a Juris Doctor degree and three or more years of experience in criminal prosecution, or any combination of relevant education and experience sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties listed above.
- Must be an active member of the Washington State Bar Association.
- Must pass a criminal background investigation.
- Must maintain a level of mental and physical fitness required to perform the essential functions of this classification.
The benefits listed below are those currently enjoyed by full-time City of Kennewick Non-Contract employees:
- 12 paid holidays per year
- Competitive PTO accrual
- Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Eligibility
- Deferred Compensation Eligibility
- City-paid premiums for Vision, Dental, EAP, and Long-term Disability
- Multiple voluntary life insurance options available to choose from!
- HMO and PPO medical options from individual to full-family coverage with substantial City-paid contributions!
- A robust Wellness program to promote your health and wellbeing!
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