Deputy City Attorney - Employment Law

Undergraduate Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree and degree of Juris Doctorate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. Must have seven (7) years experience in arbitration or civil litigation with three (3) years of experience in labor and employment matters, including litigation and counseling. The candidate must have litigation experience, preferably defense side on employment cases, including managing written discovery, and preparing for depositions.

Preference will be given to candidates that have some or substantial experience in labor and employment litigation involving government employers.

Must be admitted to practice law in Florida and be a member of the Florida Bar. Must be admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, and U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit, within six (6) months of hiring.
Non-essential employees will not be required to work during a declared emergency but may be required to work during an undeclared emergency or in the aftermath of an event associated with a declared emergency. On an incident-by-incident basis, the employees Department Head will make the determination when the employee will be required to work.

Professional work assisting the City Attorney in providing legal services to the City. Duties include assisting the City Attorney in performing the responsibilities of general legal counsel for the City, including the rendering of legal advice and assistance to the City Council, City Manager, and Department Heads. Other duties include researching legal questions, preparing resolutions, issuing briefs and legal documents, representing City in various civil lawsuits and rendering legal opinions. May supervise paralegals and administrative staff as assigned. Work is performed under the direction of the City Attorney and is reviewed through conferences, inspection of documents, and evaluation of results obtained. Reports directly to the City Attorney.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Representing the City in employment litigation in state and federal court.

Drafting position statements and representing City in administrative proceedings before EEOC and FCHR.

Drafting and reviewing employment agreements, policies, and handbooks.

Counseling City on compliance with labor and employment laws including giving advice on terminations, leave issues, and disciplinary issues.

Conducting investigations into employee complaints and allegations of discrimination or harassment.

Providing training to City on labor and employment issues.

Effectively communicating with people of all ages by giving information and directions, mediating disputes and advising of rights and processes.

Functions as a representative to the judiciary.

Evaluates current practices and participates in developing new policies and procedures.

Attends seminars at the local, state and national level to secure continuing education in specialized areas of law relevant to City issues.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.