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City of Haines City

City Attorney

Haines City, FL

The City of Haines City is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for all positions equally without regard to their race, sex, age, color, religion, creed, national origin ...

City of Haines City

City Attorney

Haines City, FL · On-site

The City of Haines City is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for all positions equally without regard to their race, sex, age, color, religion, creed, national origin ...

City of Vale

City Manager

Vale, OR · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

CITY OF VALE CITY MANAGER Position Summary The City Manager is the Chief Administrative Officer of the City of Vale and is appointed by and serves at the direction of the City Council, in accordance ...

City of Auburn

City Attorney

Auburn, WA

$188K - $231K/yr

The City of Auburn is looking for a municipal Attorney, who is an experienced, unifying leader and is deeply committed to the success of the City. The ideal candidate will be a strategic big-picture ...

City of Pleasanton

City Manager

Pleasanton, CA

$343K/yr

The City of Pleasanton is seeking an empathetic, approachable, and trustworthy City Manager who is committed to public service, values collaboration, and inspires confidence among the City Council ...

City of Bothell

City Attorney

Bothell, WA · On-site

$178K - $227K/yr

Reporting to the City Manager, the City Attorney provides leadership, direction, and guidance for legal issues and provides counsel to the City Manager, City Council, staff, committees, and ...

City of Washington

City Manager

Washington, NC · On-site

$136K - $231K/yr

The City Manager provides guidance and direction with visionary and innovative leadership, supervision and management of employees and direction of the City's management team to coordinate their ...

City of Kingman

City Engineer

Kingman, AZ · On-site

$126K - $177K/yr

City-wide policies, procedures, or precedents may be developed and/or recommended. Represents engineering matters to public, City Council, City Manager, and other departments. This is a department ...

City of Sumner, WA

City Attorney

Sumner, WA · On-site +1

$222K - $236K/yr

City of Sumner - City Hall, WA Job Type: Full-Time Permanent Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 202600220 Department: Legal Division: Legal Opening Date: 06/11/2026 Closing Date:

City of Kodiak, AK

City Manager

Kodiak, AK · On-site

$200K/yr

The City of Kodiak is recruiting for a full-time contracted exempt City Manager. The City Manager is the chief administrative officer and head of the administrative branch of the City government.

City of Lindsay

CITY MANAGER

Lindsay, CA · On-site

$114K - $166K/yr

SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the broad policy guidance of the City Council. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Exercises supervision over all municipal employees either directly or through subordinate ...

City of Concord, CA

City Clerk

Concord, CA · On-site

$140K - $192K/yr

City of Concord, CA Job Type: Full Time Department: City Management Opening Date: 08/17/2026 Closing Date: 9/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Bargaining Unit: Management Job Characteristics ***OPEN ...

City of Florissant

City Planner

Florissant, MO · On-site

Assists the Director of Economic Development in review of the city's Comprehensive Plan and its continued implementation. Provide leadership in the development and implementation of short- and long ...

City of Clermont

City Engineer

Clermont, FL · On-site

$96K - $123K/yr

Serves as a technical consultant concerning the City's consumption planning and permitting, wastewater, stormwater, road construction, facilities planning, design, and construction. Coordinates with ...

City of Concord, CA

City Clerk

Concord, CA · On-site

$140K - $192K/yr

City of Concord, CA Job Type: Full Time Department: City Management Opening Date: 08/17/2026 Closing Date: 9/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Bargaining Unit: Management Job Characteristics ***OPEN ...

City of Florissant

City Planner

Florissant, MO · On-site

$62K - $74K/yr

Assists the Director of Economic Development in review of the city's Comprehensive Plan and its continued implementation. Provide leadership in the development and implementation of short- and long ...

City of Washington, NC

City Manager

Washington, NC · On-site

$136K - $231K/yr

City of Washington, NC Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 1900405 Department: City Manager Opening Date: 07/28/2026 Closing Date: 9/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA: Exempt Summary Chief Administrative ...

City of San Luis

City Attorney

San Luis, AZ · On-site

$126K - $202K/yr

Represents the City in all legal proceedings and oversees the selection, management, and performance of outside counsel retained to support the City's legal needs. SCOPE OF REPRESENTATION: The role ...

City of Auburn, WA

City Attorney

Auburn, WA · On-site

$188K - $231K/yr

City Hall: 25 West Main St., Auburn, WA Job Type: Full-Time Department: Legal Division: Legal Opening Date: 08/07/2026 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Exempt Bargaining Unit: UNAF Position Details ...

City of Jefferson, MO

City Attorney

Jefferson City, MO · On-site

$102K - $153K/yr

Jefferson City, MO Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 202512aa Department: Law Department Opening Date: 11/25/2025 Closing Date: Continuous Description The City of Jefferson is now accepting ...

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City Attorney

Haines City, FL

City of Haines City
Public Administration • 201 - 500 employees
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Job description

***Open Until Filled***

The City of Haines City is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for all positions equally without regard to their race, sex, age, color, religion, creed, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. The City of Haines City is a Drug-Free Workplace. Applicants who complete the initial screening process will be required to complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical. Police Department applicants will also be required to take a Polygraph Examination. All information provided by an applicant will be verified for truthfulness and accuracy if a conditional offer of employment is made. Applications and other submitted documents are considered public records.

Appointment and compensation

The City Attorney is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the City Commission in accordance with the City Charter. Compensation is determined by contract or agreement approved by the City Commission.

Position Function:

Pursuant to the City Charter, the City Attorney is appointed by the City Commission and serves as the chief legal advisor to the City Commission, City Manager, and all City departments. The City Attorney provides professional legal services and representation in all matters affecting the City and ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Essential Duties:

  1. Serves as legal advisor to the City Commission, City Manager, boards, committees, and City staff.
  2. Attends City Commission meetings, workshops, and special meetings; provides legal opinions during public meetings as requested.
  3. Drafts, reviews, and approves ordinances, resolutions, contracts, interlocal agreements, policies, and other legal instruments.
  4. Represents the City in litigation, administrative hearings, negotiations, and other legal proceedings, or coordinates with outside counsel when authorized by the City Commission.
  5. Advises City officials and staff on compliance with the City Charter, Code of Ordinances, Florida Statutes, and applicable federal laws.
  6. Provides guidance on public records, open meetings (Sunshine Law), ethics, conflicts of interest, procurement, and risk management matters.
  7. Provides legal support related to land use, zoning, development agreements, code enforcement, and municipal operations.
  8. Conducts legal research and prepares written legal opinions.
  9. Advises on election-related legal matters as required by law.
  10. Reviews proposed legislation and advises the City Commission and City staff on legal implications.
  11. Performs other duties as assigned by the City Commission.
  12. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Environment:

Work is performed primarily in an office and public meeting environment. Attendance at evening meetings and special sessions is required. Travel may be required for hearings, meetings, or training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in municipal or local government law preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Extensive knowledge of municipal law and governmental operations.
  • Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly and effectively.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with elected officials, staff, and the public.

Other Requirements:

  • Must possess a valid Florida Class E driver license.
  • Must pass applicable pre-employment testing and background checks.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

This position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County.

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