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City Attorney

City of Carrollton


Listing Summary

The candidate under the direction of the City Council, the City Attorney is the legal adviser and attorney for all officials, officers, and departments of the City and represents the City in all litigation and proceedings, including the prosecution of cases before the Municipal Court. Work involves drafting and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, policies and procedures, and contracts prior to consideration by the City Council to ensure compliance with state, federal, and local laws. Emphasis is placed on municipal law, civil code enforcement, land use, zoning, labor relations, and legislative interpretation. Must have knowledge of labor relations, civil litigation, collective bargaining and municipal, state, federal and constitutional law affecting municipal government.Should be a member of the bar for at least 5 years and have a broad range of experience and knowledge in local government law. Prior experience in the following subject areas is desirable; drafting municipal agreements, sunshine, ethics, and public records laws, procurement, drafting legislative documents, land use and zoning matters, and representing and advising advisory and administrative boards. The position also includes sharing litigation responsibilities and meaningful litigation experience is required. This position is considered contract labor and the salary is based upon experience.

Listing ends on:

12/31/2024