Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

To Apply: to view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time. USE THE FOLLOWING URL TO APPLY ONLINE: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/charlottesville/jobs/4828429/dep…

The City's Deputy City Attorney performs difficult professional and responsible administrative work in the rendering of legal services, counsel, representation, and regular guidance to the City agencies, departments, boards, and/or commissions, under the general direction of the City Attorney. Prepares legal documents, contracts, agreements, and Ordinances; represents the city in civil litigation including trials and appellate work.

The preferred hiring range for this position is between $109,672.04 - $$137,380.33 Annually. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

-For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
-The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system which offers both a defined benefit and a defined contribution option. While the City does not participate in VRS, the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.

Education and Experience: Graduation from accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate AND at least 5 years of experience in the practice of law. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

Preferred: Prior experience in the practice of municipal law. Prior litigation experience handling motions and trials in General District and/or Circuit Courts.

Certifications/Licenses/Other Requirements:
-Licensed to practice law in Commonwealth of Virginia (or eligible to be admitted to practice law under the Rules of the Supreme Court of Virginia Part 1A, Rule 1A:1.)
-Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug screen.