Date Posted:

January 7, 2020

Salary:

Current annual salary is $232,648 negotiable depending upon qualifications

Description:

This class is subject to confirmation and confidence of the County Board of Supervisors serving as the chief legal representative of the County of Merced, Joint Powers Authorities, commissions, advisory boards and various subdivisions in all phases of civil law activities including court appearances, preparation of legal opinions concerning the powers, duties, functions and jurisdiction of County, District officers and employees. Responsible for the executive management and oversight of the department personnel and fiscal management activities, legal services planning and evaluation, and public/political relations functions of the County Counsel Office, and perform related work as required.

Qualifications:

Experience:
Broad and extensive professional legal experience in civil law, preferably including experience in working with the legal problems of a government jurisdiction. Two (2) years of the background and experience must have been in a management or full supervisory capacity.

Licenses:
Active membership in the State Bar of California.

How to Apply:

To apply please use this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/merced/jobs/2663988/county-counsel
Apply by January 17, 2020 for first consideration
Interview Date: January 29, 2020

To view and print copies of the brochure for this position go to the following link: https://www.co.merced.ca.us/DocumentCenter/View/22854/Final-County-Counsel-Flyer-121919

Filing Deadline:

Continuous