Attorney - Transactional

The position reports directly to the General Counsel or a supervising Attorney V. This position provides legal support to various clients regarding contracts, government operations and other transactional matters.  Work assignments include intense negotiating and drafting contracts (procurement contracts, construction contracts, grants contracts, permits, licenses, etc.) real estate and finance documents, interlocal agreements, legal opinions, resolutions, ordinances and other legal documents. Preference is given to attorneys with strong experience in real estate matters, but is not required. This position will also provide legal support to various City boards, commissions, and agencies.  Knowledge in sunshine law, ethics and public records is preferred but not required.  Work is performed under the direction of the General Counsel or a supervising Assistant General Counsel IV as designated by the General Counsel and is reviewed through conferences, inspection of documents and evaluation of results obtained

Open Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Possession of a Florida license to practice law.
• Three (3) of more years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of law. 
• Professional legal experience in government is preferred. 
• Admissions and memberships in other organizations or to practice before courts may be required depending upon the respective practice group. 

The City of Jacksonville is a premier local government employer providing a competitive compensation package and an excellent work environment.  Employees are afforded 12 paid holidays plus a paid personal day. Our comprehensive benefit programs include defined contribution retirement plan, medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents; a 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships.

This is an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate to make a significant contribution in a dynamic, quality-oriented customer-focused organization.  The City of Jacksonville is an equal opportunity/equal access employer.  To be considered for this position apply online at https://www.jacksonville.gov/jobs.