Assistant County Counsel with the County of San Diego
This executive management position serves as the principal assistant to the County Counsel in providing legal services to the Board of Supervisors, County officers, departments, courts, and special districts; to assist in handling special complex and high profile projects and assignments; and to perform related work as assigned by County Counsel. The main functions of the position are:
· Provides assistance to the County Counsel with special high profile complex projects and assignments.
· Performs legal services in support of the County Counsel's representation of the Board of Supervisors, county officers, departments, courts, and special districts.
· Prepares briefs, opinions, and other legal instruments.
· Provides assistance in support of the preparation of complex trials and appeals in significant cases in Federal and State courts; reviews and approves contracts, legal opinions, and other legal documents.
· Provides legal advice and information to the Board of Supervisors, Chief Administrative Office, Elected Officials, department directors, and representatives from other governmental agencies.
· Identifies operational problems and formulates appropriate solutions.
· Reviews and updates the contents of the County Counsel Legal Guide and Disciplinary Guide.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will possess a professional history that demonstrates the following leadership competencies and attributes:
· At least seven (7) years experience practicing law
· At least three (3) years experience in a supervisory/management position at a public law office
· Experience litigating cases, evaluating cases and identifying, analyzing and mitigating risks
· Experience advising elected officials and top level managers in a local government setting
· Experience preparing, reviewing and managing budgets and other financial reports
· Preparing reports and presentations for elected officials and top level managers of a local government
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California AND five (5) years of experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification. Experience must include four (4) years of management level experience and at least one (1) year of supervision
COMPENSATION
The annual salary range upon appointment for this position will be $200,000 to $210,000.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications may be accessed and submitted on-line. To apply, go to www.sdcounty.ca.gov, then link to jobs.
In addition to completing the application, please submit an updated résumé indicating academic degrees held and dates conferred, employment history and positions held, dates of service, areas of experience, levels of responsibility, reporting structure, key duties performed, number of direct reports or staff, and salary information.
Applications and résumés will be initially screened for minimum qualifications. An evaluation board will convene to review submittals and identify top competitors to be considered for further evaluation.