JOB VACANCY # JV 2023-04 ASSISTANT CITY SOLICITOR
THE POSITION OF: Assistant City Solicitor
DEPARTMENT OF: Law
SCHEDULE: Full Time
FSLA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
POSTING DATE: March 8, 2023
Qualified, interested candidates must submit an application and a current resume at www.readingpa.gov by the end of business: MARCH 21, 2023.
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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 Legislation. This position reports to the City solicitor.
Typical job duties may include but not limited to:
- Participates in the development and interpretation of City departmental policies.
- Reviews and drafts contracts and other agreements.
- Provides counsel and advice on legal matters and the important aspects of government relationships.
- Handles litigated matters 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.
- Perform other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Educational Requirements
- Law degree from an accredited law school.
- One (1) to five (5) years experienced preferred.
- Currently licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania.
- Valid PA Driver’s License.
Experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Municipal and/or civil litigation experience preferred.
- Ability to interface with all types of people in a professional manner