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Posted March 05, 2024

Staff Attorney

City of Montrose
Montrose, CO Full Time
Reference: CityofMontrose4413898

Basic Purpose of the Job: Under general supervision, assists in performing the legal departments responsibilities to the City organization.Essential...

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Basic Purpose of the Job:
Under general supervision, assists in performing the legal departments responsibilities to the City organization.Essential Functions:
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
  • With the direction and supervision of the City Attorney, assists in providing legal advice to the City Council, City Manager, Department Heads and other City employees.
  • Provide legal assistance in matters involving land use, employee relations, taxation, real estate, contracts, procurement, law enforcement and miscellaneous matters.
  • Performs legal research as necessary.
  • Assist in directing outside counsel as requested by the City Attorney.
  • Prosecute cases in the Municipal Court.
  • Assist in the preparation of pleadings, legal opinions, notices, contracts, agreements, leases, permits, deeds, options, bonds, resolutions, ordinances, formal letters and other legal documents involved in municipal proceedings and operations.
  • Attend meetings of the City Council and Planning Commission. Attend conferences as directed.
Core Beliefs:
Core beliefs are deeply held values and assumptions that guide individuals in the workplace. Core beliefs define how we do things. By establishing core beliefs, the City of Montrose is creating a common culture that shapes employee behavior in a positive and predictable manner. When these beliefs are shared, they create cohesiveness and mutual commitment in the organization and flexibility to changes as they occur.

Our core beliefs are centered on exceptional service and are based around treating our customers and fellow team members with dignity and respect. We value teamwork and recognize that we must continually strive to improve the customer experience. Every team member, regardless of job title, plays a part in creating a service environment and each are empowered to respond to the needs of our customers and teammates. We have six Core Beliefs: Respect, Ethics, Leadership, Accountability, Transparency, Excellence in Service (RELATE).Job Requirements:
  • J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
  • Zero (0) to two (2) years experience in the legal field.
Licensures & Certificates (must be active and current.):
  • State of Colorado Law License or able to obtain within 6 months from time of date of hire.
  • Current Colorado drivers license with acceptable record.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Sedentary physical work requiring ability to lift a maximum of 25 pounds; occasional lifting, carrying, walking and standing, hand/eye coordination for operation of personal computer; vision for reading and preparing written reports and documents; frequent speech communication, hearing and listening to maintain communications with employees and citizens. Works primarily in clean, comfortable environment; makes occasional visits to City work sites, other City offices, and location within the community as needed or upon request.Late applications will not be accepted. All candidates are subject to a pre-employment background check and drug screen. The City of Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.

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