Description

The City of Plant City is seeking a licensed Florida attorney to join the City Attorney’s Office as an Assistant City Attorney. This position requires a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in local government law. Board Certification is a plus.

The City Attorney’s Office is comprised of two attorneys, so the ideal candidate will have broad experience in local government law and be comfortable working independently on a variety of issues. Experience working on planning and zoning, building, permitting, and procurement issues is a plus.

Yearly Salary Range: $118,248 - $192,753.60. The starting salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of applicable municipal law.
Skilled in preparing briefs and other legal documents.
Organization, attention to detail, prioritization, time management, and ability to handle several assignments concurrently.
Highly effective written, verbal, electronic, and visual communication abilities for various audiences, including non-lawyers.
Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the City Charter, ordinances, and land development code and to apply legal knowledge to varied problems.
Ability to prepare and analyze comprehensive legal documents.
Ability to carry out duties and responsibilities of the City Attorney.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the City Commission, City Attorney, City Manager, City Clerk, Department heads and City Boards.

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Juris Doctor degree.
Practice of law for at least five years, or four years with a Master of Laws (LLM) in urban affairs or a closely related field.
A minimum of five years’ experience in local government law required.
A minimum of five years’ experience in real estate/land use development, contract drafting, quasi-judicial/administrative procedures, procurement, or environmental law preferred.

Certifications and Licenses:

A license to practice law in the State of Florida and must be in good standing with The Florida Bar.
Board Certification in the area of City, County and Local Government Law, preferred.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license and be insurable by the City’s current insurance provider.