Assistant Corporation Counsel

Job Description

Under the general direction of the Corporation Counsel, this position assists in advising and

County

Under the general direction of the Corporation Counsel, this position assists in advising and representing the County. Reports to, is accountable to, and performs related duties as assigned by the Corporation Counsel.

• Primarily responsible for all legal matters relating to the Human Services Department, including but not limited to representation of the Human Services Department in trials and hearings pertaining to: civil (mental and AODA related) commitments, guardianship and protective placement cases under Ch. 51, 54 and 55 Wis. Stats., restraining orders under Ch. 813 Wis. Stats., voluntary termination of parental rights and child abuse substantiation appeals.
• Primarily responsible for all legal matters relating to county zoning, the Zoning Department and Board of Adjustment, including but not limited to representation of the Zoning Department in appeals and provide assistance to the Board of Adjustment regarding bylaws, appeals, conditional use permits and variances.
• Primarily responsible for advice and legal matters relating to the Family Medical Leave Act, Fair Labor Standards Act and the Wisconsin Public Records and Open Meetings Law.
• Primarily responsible for all legal matters regarding animals under Ch. 172-174 Wis. Stats. Including representing the Sheriff’s Department in any related court actions.
• Responsible for representation of the County in labor law and personnel related matters, including matters before the Employment Relations Commission (i.e., grievance and interest arbitration) Worker’s Compensation Division, Unemployment Compensation Division, and Equal Rights division.
• Aid the Corporation Counsel in the performance of duties of Corporation Counsel.
• Provide legal representation of the County in civil matters including providing legal advice and representation to the County Board and its subunits, county officers, and county departments.
• Perform legal research and writing as needed.
• Draft and review contracts.
• Draft resolutions and ordinances.
• Oversee code enforcement and collections.
• Attend meetings necessary and pertaining to the position.
• Timely and competently handle matters assigned from start to finish.
• Monitor and keep up with developments in the law and advise the County accordingly.
• Establish and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with county officials, employees and the public.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends on short notice.
• Such duties and responsibilities as assigned from time to time.

Direct support staff supervision as instructed by Corporation Counsel.

To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• And a juris doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Litigation experience such as court trials, jury trials, and administrative proceedings is desirable. Appellate experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of civil procedure, rules of evidence, municipal law, real estate law,

parliamentary procedure, child support matters, public sector labor/employment matters, and land use and planning are desirable.

• Familiarity with alternative dispute resolution processes a plus.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use common application

programs such as word processors, spreadsheets, database programs, and presentation software.