City of Oakland Employment Opportunity
Deputy City Attorney IV
General and Complex Litigation Division
Salary Range:
Deputy City Attorney IV: $178,073.40 - $218,621.88 annually
Benefits: Health, dental, vision, retirement, potential telecommuting opportunities and other competitive benefits
Location: Oakland, CA (presently a hybrid work schedule)
Recruitment Opens: October 1, 2024
Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
THE POSITION
The Office of the City Attorney seeks a well-qualified individual for a Deputy City Attorney IV position in the General and Complex Litigation Division of the Office of the City Attorney. Significant litigation experience including writ and appellate experience is desirable for this position.
The majority of lawsuits filed against the City involve tort cases and this position will handle a significant menu of such cases as well as other cases, including but not limited to breach of contract, inverse condemnation, and civil rights. The City Attorney has sole and absolute discretion to assign the selected attorney to new, additional or different duties or practice areas in litigation, administrative proceedings or transactional work.
The City Attorney’s Office represents the City in legal matters pertaining to the City of Oakland. These matters include, but are not limited to, providing advice to clients, handling writ proceedings and handling litigation and appellate matters.
This position is represented by International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, Local 21.
Incumbents may receive general supervision from a Deputy City Attorney V, Special Counsel, Chief Assistant City Attorney or the City Attorney.
Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICATION
Any combination of experience and education that likely would provide the required knowledge and abilities will qualify an applicant for the position. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Education:
License or Certificate
Due to assignments and hours or work, public transportation may not be an efficient method for traveling to required locations. Selected individuals will be required to maintain a valid California Driver’s License during City employment or demonstrate the ability to travel to required locations in a timely manner.
Desirable Skills
Ability to:
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a cover letter and current résumé by email to:
Attention: jobs [at] oaklandcityattorney [dot] org
Candidates selected to proceed in the hiring process may be asked to submit additional information (e.g., a writing sample, references, answers to supplemental questions, the formal City of Oakland employment application).
This job announcement and additional employment information including the application form is available on-line at: www.oaklandcityattorney.org
Celebrating and Recognizing the Power and Benefits of Diversity
The Oakland City Attorney’s Office continues to be one of the most diverse legal teams in our country. We are proud of and value our diversity in all arenas, including but not limited to age, gender, race, sexual orientation and disability status. Diversity improves and informs our advice and legal counsel and enhances the public services we provide to the residents of one of the most diverse cities in America by providing a broad range of points of view, perspectives, insight and strategies.
Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled
The City of Oakland is an Equal Opportunity / ADA employer
City of Oakland Employment Opportunity
Deputy City Attorney IV
General and Complex Litigation Division
Salary Range:
Deputy City Attorney IV: $178,073.40 - $218,621.88 annually
Benefits: Health, dental, vision, retirement, potential telecommuting opportunities and other competitive benefits
Location: Oakland, CA (presently a hybrid work schedule)
Recruitment Opens: October 1, 2024
Deadline to Apply: Open until filled
THE POSITION
The Office of the City Attorney seeks a well-qualified individual for a Deputy City Attorney IV position in the General and Complex Litigation Division of the Office of the City Attorney. Significant litigation experience including writ and appellate experience is desirable for this position.
The majority of lawsuits filed against the City involve tort cases and this position will handle a significant menu of such cases as well as other cases, including but not limited to breach of contract, inverse condemnation, and civil…
Benefits: Health, dental, vision, retirement, potential telecommuting opportunities and other competitive benefits
Benefits: Health, dental, vision, retirement, potential telecommuting opportunities and other competitive benefits
Candidates selected to proceed in the hiring process may be asked to submit additional information (e.g., a writing sample, references, answers to supplemental questions, the formal City of Oakland employment application).
Candidates selected to proceed in the hiring process may be asked to submit additional information (e.g., a writing sample, references, answers to supplemental questions, the formal…