Job Opportunity

County Counsel
Kings County

Date Posted:

February 1, 2019

Salary:

$156,000.00 – $216,000.00 Annually

Description:

The County of Kings is seeking a proven leader to manage the County Counsel’s Office. The highly qualified individual will give legal advice, assistance, and representation in civil legal matters to the County, its departments, schools, and special districts. This position is appointed by the Board of Supervisors to a four-year term pursuant to Government Code 27641.
The County is seeking a leader who is decisive, flexible, responsive, analytical, organized, and results oriented. Strong community relations skills including the ability to work collaboratively with elected and administrative officials, department heads, and other staff with a forthright, proactive, and professional manner.

Qualifications:

Education: Membership in The State Bar of California is evidence of sufficient education for this class.
Experience: Broad and extensive (more than five years) experience as an attorney including extensive experience in civil law, including at least one year’s experience in a public law office handling civil legal matters. Additional experience in a County Counsel’s office at a senior or supervisory level is strongly preferred.
License: Active membership in The State Bar of California.
Tentative Recruitment Process:
TBA – Oral Board Interview
TBA – Board of Supervisors Interview (Must be in person)

How to Apply:

Applications may be obtained and filed online at:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kingscounty

Filing Deadline:

February 28, 2019

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