First Deputy County Attorney

The First Deputy County Attorney is under the general direction of the County Attorney. The position seeks a seasoned individual with experience in civil litigation across different areas of law including motion practice, mediation, and/or dispute resolution. This professional position will also give high -level legal counsel to various County departments, manage staff, review and/or draft critical documents, assist with or conduct internal investigations as required. The incumbent serves as the Acting County Attorney in the absence of the County Attorney and assists the County Attorney in the daily management and administrative functions of the law department. Does related work as required by the County Attorney.

Thorough knowledge of County Laws and Rules; good knowledge of laws pertaining to contracts, petitions and other aspects of general legal work; good knowledge of the proceedings of supreme court, family court, administrative tribunals, commissioners' hearings, PERB hearings and other legal proceedings; good knowledge of parliamentary procedure; ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; ability to reason quickly and accurately in stressful situations; ability to establish and maintain good working relations with others; ability to efficiently gather facts through interview, research and investigation; ability to effectively organize a crowded court calendar; ability to establish priorities; sensitivity to the special needs of juvenile offenders; integrity; excellent judgment; efficiency; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.