Attorney

City Attorney

City Attorney provides legal services to the Mayor, City Council, City Manager, City staff, boards and commissions, and the city-owned Mary Greeley Medical Center.

City: 515 Clark Avenue, Ames, IA 50010

Salary:
Depends on qualifications

Working hours:

Full-Time

• Act as legal advisor and counsel for the City of Ames, its officers, departments, and city boards and commissions; conduct legal research; advise city officials and staff on legality of operations, policies, procedures, and activities.
• Draft ordinances, resolutions, and other documents as directed for review and action by the Mayor and City Council.
• Prepare and present staff memos, reports, legal advice, documents, or correspondence as requested by the Mayor, City Council, or city staff.
• Consult with City Manager’s Office to prioritize requests from City departments for legal work.
• Represent and work with the City Assessor on matters related to the assessor’s work as required by the Iowa Code.
• Draft and/or review legal documents for Mary Greeley Medical Center when requested by the hospital or as time allows.
• Attend City Council, select board and commission, and Board of Review meetings; provide legal advice and opinions as warranted or requested during meetings or for follow‑up.
• Prepare opinions on questions of law regarding the city’s interests.
• Represent the City in general litigation matters; prosecute and defend all suits and actions brought and pending in any court in Iowa or the United States.
• Attend administrative hearings and other meetings to represent the City’s position.

• Follow city adopted policies and administrative processes, including personnel, purchasing, pay and classification systems, civil service practices, and performance management, hiring and budget processes.
• Assist in preparing and administering the annual budget for the legal department under the direction of the City Manager’s Office.
• Supervise legal professional and support staff; lead staff in implementing department and city‑wide goals and objectives.

• Conduct special projects and research assigned by the Mayor, City Council, or the City Manager.
• With approval of the City Council, may conduct special projects and research for Mary Greeley Medical Center and City Boards and Commissions.
• Assist and/or monitor the performance of legal work by outside counsel retained by the city to represent its interests where appropriate.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

The City of Ames offers a comprehensive benefits package. The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program is available to qualified employees. For more information, contact Human Resources.

• General Physical Characteristics:
  Sit 85 % of the time; stand and walk 15 % of the time; lift objects under 10 pounds frequently; lift 10 – 25 pounds infrequently; lift 25 – 50 pounds infrequently.
• Vision Requirements:
  Minimum standard for those dealing with data, accounting, transcription, and detailed visual inspection.
• Required Physical
  
  Activities:
  
  Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing.
• Environmental Conditions:
  
  Work performed inside and occasionally outside; exposure to noise and vibration.
• Equipment Used:
  Personal computer, copier, telephone, and related devices; MS Office Suite, databases, and legal management systems.

The City of Ames participates in E‑Verify and requires applicants to complete Section I‑9 and provide proof of eligibility and identity. Candidates offered a position must complete these steps on the first day.

NOTE:

Applicants with disabilities may submit ADA accommodation requests prior to testing or interview.

The City of Ames is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status.

Employer:

City of Ames

Address: 515 Clark Ave, Ames, Iowa 50010

Phone: 515‑239‑5199