City Attorney (Continuous Until Filled)

The Community

In the heart of California’s Central Valley, Turlock is the second largest city in Stanislaus County, with a population that has grown steadily from 13,992 in 1970 to 72,219 today. Home to California State University, Stanislaus , the City provides an unusual opportunity to combine a quality learning environment with relaxed rural living and a small-town atmosphere and friendly attitude with the conveniences and opportunities of a larger city.

The Position of City Attorney

The career opportunity is the result of the recent resignation announcement of Turlock City Attorney. The City Attorney is the chief legal officer for the City of Turlock. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on our community while ensuring compliance with laws and supporting sound governance. In addition, the City Attorney is responsible for handling or supervision of all litigation initiated against the City or on behalf of the City.

The City Attorney is also charged with prosecuting violations of the Turlock Municipal Code that contains numerous quality-of-life ordinances regarding animal control, nuisance abatement, and various business activity licenses. Unique to Turlock, the City Attorney is a working member of the Executive Team consisting of the City Manager and Department Directors. Under policy direction, the incumbent acts as legal advisor to the City Council, City Administrative Staff, and various boards and commissions of the City; represents the City in litigation; directs the City’s legal services; and to do related work as required. 

The City Attorney is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the City Council.

Experience and Training Guidelines 

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: 

Experience: 

Three years of experience in the practice of law for a governmental jurisdiction, preferably a municipality. 

Training: 

Possession of a juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school. 

License:

Admission to the Bar of the State of California and ability to maintain it as a condition of continued employment. 

Continuous Until Filled. 
First Review of Applications: Friday, December 5, 2025

For more information or to apply, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/turlock/jobs/5103120/city-attorney

City Website: www.cityofturlock.org