JOB VACANCY #JV 2022-13 Staff Attorney
THE POSITION OF: Staff Attorney
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION OF: Law Department
CLASSIFICATION: Management
STARTING PAY RATE: $66,305.63, 35 hours/week
POSTING DATE: February 17, 2022
Qualified, interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, employment application and a current resume at www.readingpa.gov under employment opportunities. Questions – Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
POSITION SUMMARY: To provide internal legal counsel and guidance to the Mayor, members of City Council and Department/Division Directors on matters involving all aspects of Federal, State or Municipal law.
- Participates in the development and interpretation of City departmental policies
- Reviews and drafts contracts and other agreements
- Provide counsel and advice on legal matters and the important aspects of government relationships
- Participates in, or conducts litigation, including preparing for and attending hearings, depositions and arbitrations
- Coordinates the enforcement of the City’s codified ordinances and represents the City of Reading at hearings involving violation of the codified ordinances as assigned by the City Solicitor
- Participates in meetings and hearings before government bodies
- Furnishes legal advice with respect to City Administration and prepares City ordinances, resolutions and forms
- Collaborates with outside legal counsel in various legal matters
- Perform other related duties as needed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania
Experience, Skills & Abilities
- One to five years experience strongly preferred, however newly admitted attorneys with strong academic background and other credentials will be considered
- Some municipal and/or civil litigation experience required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interface with all types of people in a professional manner