Job Opportunity

Senior Deputy County Counsel-Civil Litigation
San Diego County

Date Posted:

September 29, 2016

Salary:

$108K-$168K

Description:

The County of San Diego’s Office of County Counsel has an immediate opening for Senior Deputy County Counsel – Civil Litigation Option. This position acts as an advocate on behalf of the County of San Diego, its departments, employees, boards and commissions, as well as special districts by advising clients and representing them before trial, appellate courts and administrative bodies.

Ideal Candidate

Experienced civil litigator who can independently handle relatively complex cases in a variety of subject areas and procedural contexts.

Minimum Requirements

Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California, AND three (3) years of professional, post-bar civil legal experience as an attorney. Previous experience must have included serving as an attorney handling civil law matters and cases in a public or private sector law office. To be considered for this position, please attach a copy of your California Bar Card to your application.

Note:

1) Please attach a copy of your resume to your application.

2) Please attach a concise substantive legal writing sample to your application.

3) Experience with a public entity representing public boards and commissions, and preparing and trying public entity lawsuits is highly desirable, but not required.

Also Required

A valid California Class C driver’s license, which must be maintained throughout employment in this class, is required at time of appointment, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel. Employees in this class may be required to use their own vehicle.

Must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Misdemeanor and/or felony convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and recency. Prior to appointment, candidates will be subject to a background investigation.

Evaluation

Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application and supplemental application questionnaire. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.

Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

Qualifications:

Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California, AND three (3) years of professional, post-bar civil legal experience as an attorney. Previous experience must have included serving as an attorney handling civil law matters and cases in a public or private sector law office. To be considered for this position, please attach a copy of your California Bar Card to your application.

How to Apply:

Apply online at www.sdcounty.ca.gov/hr/jobs

Under Jobs look for recruitment number 16390409CL

Filing Deadline:

October 5, 2016

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