medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, long term disability, retirement plan, pension
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GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
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SAFETY SENSITIVE: No FINGERPRINTING REQUIRED: Yes
General direction is from the City Attorney; however, this position has a high level of autonomy. The work involves highly responsible professional legal services to City Council, all City Departments and various boards and committees. Serves as Acting City Attorney when the City Attorney is absent. Researches and analyses federal, state and local law and jurisdictional decisions. Performs related administrative and professional work as required.
Responsibilities and Reporting During an Emergency Situation: If assigned, employees in this classification will be required to report and carry out duties as directed for the duration of an emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency, this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice.
About Us
The City of Cape Coral is the seventh largest city in Florida, has over 1,500 full-time employees, provides various career path opportunities, and offers a robust training and development program for improving current talents, developing new skills, and building effective business relationships.
Perks and Benefits
- Free city-paid employee health coverage, additional for spouse or family
- City Employee Health & Wellness Center for healthcare services
- 5 weeks Paid Time Off (sick & vacation)
- 11 paid holidays
- Pension plan
- City-paid life and long-term disability insurance
- Optional Vision and Dental Plans
- Tuition reimbursement
- Gym membership reimbursement
- And much more!
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Graduation from an accredited law school as well as licensed to practice law in the State of Florida.
- Membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.
- Ten (10) years of increasingly responsible experience in City or related government law.
Licenses or Certifications
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in the Florida Bar.
Key Responsibilities
- Assists the City Attorney as legal counsel for the City in all municipal areas.
- Serves in place of the City Attorney when the City Attorney is absent or unavailable to discharge his/her responsibility.
- Represents the City and its officers and employees in litigation matters, including preparation for trial of cases and handling of appeals. Appears before all federal and state courts and administrative agencies on behalf of the City.
- Supervises outside attorneys working alongside the City Attorney's Office on legal proceedings.
- Prepares proposed legislation and makes recommendations to repeal or amend existing laws.
- Reviews, drafts and approves ordinances, charter amendments, resolutions contracts, deeds, leases, permits, licenses and other legal documents.
- Prepares written legal opinions and renders legal advice to City Council, boards, committees and City Departments. Interprets federal, state, county and City statutes, ordinances, charters, rules, regulations, court decisions, etc.
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Deputy City Attorney Job Description
An Equal Opportunity Employer and Drugfree Workplace
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City of Cape Coral
$155,292.80 - $256,235.20 Annually
Mar 19, 2025