City of Pittsfield · 21 hours ago
City Solicitor
Pittsfield, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$111K/yr - $145K/yr
10+ years expThe City of Pittsfield is a vibrant community committed to public service and making a difference in citizens' lives. They are seeking a City Solicitor to manage all legal affairs involving the City, provide legal advice to various officials, and represent the City in legal proceedings.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Responsible for all legal affairs involving the City of Pittsfield; responsible for the administration of the City's law department functions as dictated by City Code, Massachusetts General Law, and Federal law
Makes frequent contact with other City departments, City Councilors, public officials, other attorneys and their clients, and has occasional contact with the general public; furnishes legal advice to the Mayor, City Council, City Departments, School Department, boards, committees, etc
Represents the City, its boards, agencies, departments, and officials in the prosecution of all actions and other legal proceedings and suits on its or their behalf
Represents the City's interests in any matter before the Federal, Superior, Appeals, and Supreme Judicial courts, all administrative agencies of the Commonwealth and the District Court in which the interest and welfare of the City and its officials and employees may be directly or indirectly affected
Attends and provides legal advice at all meetings of the City Council and meetings of other City boards and commissions as required/requested
Communicates with attorneys representing private and public interest, judges, court personnel, etc
Researches and renders opinions as to various legal issues which impact the City and its various boards, commissions and agencies; responsible for the preparation, filing, and provision of pleadings, discovery documents, briefs, etc. for court and administrative proceedings, as well as contracts, leases, conveyances, ordinances, deeds, and other legal documents/instruments as needed and/or requested
Performs administrative tasks related to preparation of annual department budget and report; participates in department/staff meetings
Prepares and approves proposed ordinances for final adoption
Performs other duties as required or necessary
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited institution
Ten (10) years or more of experience in the practice of law, with previous experience in municipal law required
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job
Licensed attorney admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, as well as in federal courts
Must possess extensive knowledge of municipal law, previous professional experience in the following areas: civil trial and appellate practice, administrative, environmental, zoning and land use, public sector, worker's compensation, civil service law areas
Ability to organize, interpret and apply legal principles, knowledge, and judgment to complex legal problems
Ability to meet and effectively deal with persons interested or involved in suits against the City; ability to deal effectively and in a collaborative manner with elected officials and other City employees
Ability to plan and supervise the work of other professional staff in Law Department
Excellent interpersonal skills; must be able to readily comprehend business objectives; clearly and concisely articulate legal implications, alternatives, and ramifications
Must be a strong advocate on behalf of City objectives and positions; highly skilled negotiator; discerns and clarifies essential issues
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Savings Plan
Up to 14 paid Holidays
Personal Days
Vacation Time
Earned Sick Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
City of Pittsfield
Nestled in the heart of the Berkshires, the City of Pittsfield is a vibrant and welcoming community that blends rich history with a forward-thinking outlook.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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