CITY ATTORNEY
How to ApplyTo apply, please submit a cover letter with current salary, a comprehensive resume and the names of three work references to: Ms. Carla H. Coward Or e-mail to hr@scottsdaleaz.gov. The position will remain open until filled. Candidates deemed qualified will be contacted for participation in the assessment process. The City of Scottsdale is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workplace |
Closing Date: Until Filled
Job Posting: 9127
Compensation is highly competitive and dependent upon qualifications. Candidate must be a graduate of a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association, a current member of the Arizona State Bar and have eight years of progressively responsible legal and management experience in a complex organization. The City Attorney must reside within the City of Scottsdale.
The City Attorney manages legal issues and the delivery of legal services, oversees the Civil, Prosecution and Victim Services Divisions, and serves as the chief legal advisor to the Mayor, City Council and City Manager. The City Attorney is appointed by a majority vote of the City Council, and serves at the pleasure of the City Council.
The mission of the City Attorney’s Office is to provide legal and advocacy services that assist the organization to enhance the quality of life within Scottsdale and build trust in the integrity of City government. The City Attorney leads a team of 57 full-time employees and has a current year operating budget of $6,384,959. For more information, please visit the following website: http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/departments/City_Attorney.
Goals for the new City Attorney will be to represent the City of Scottsdale in civil, administrative and other court proceedings in defense and support of the mission and broad goals of the City Council. Provide legal advice to City officials and employees in support of their efforts to achieve the mission and broad goals of the City Council. Continue to expand and improve customer services, legal representation and exchange of information through increased use of technology.
Please see the attached brochure for additional information.
