Attorney III - Municipal

Overview

The City of Boise is hiring an Attorney III – Municipal. Whether you are an experienced civil attorney or looking to put your litigation experience to a different use, this role offers a unique opportunity to apply your legal expertise in service of a vibrant and growing community.

You will provide advanced legal counsel to a diverse range of City departments - from the Airport to the Zoo - supporting essential public services that impact residents’ daily lives. Working with a high degree of independence, you will handle complex civil matters, advise on contracts, ordinances, real property transactions, employment and labor issues, and litigation, and serve as a trusted legal partner to City leadership, boards, and commissions.

You will also play a key role in mentoring junior attorneys and collaborating across departments, helping ensure City operations are legally sound, transparent, and aligned with Boise’s values.

• Contract, code, ordinance and resolution writing
• Real property transactions and land use matters
• Employment law and labor issues, including public sector unions
• Public records law and open meetings laws
• Litigation from case inception through trial and appeal

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Four years of experience in civil or criminal litigation or municipal governance.
• Knowledge of civil and criminal law, court rules, trial procedure, rules of evidence, rules of professional conduct, parliamentary procedure and legal ethics; contract laws with emphasis on intergovernmental contracts.
• Labor law and working with public sector unions under collective bargaining agreements.
• Employment law and laws such as FMLA, ADA, etc., that affect department decisions.
• Public records law and open meetings laws.
• Tort and claims laws;
  International Fire Code and Idaho law regarding disasters and fire services.

Ability to:

• Work independently with little supervision.
• Communicate proficiently verbally and in writing to handle complex cases in state and federal court and to write briefs and other legal documents.
• Review, proof, and critique the legal research and opinions of others.
• Operate a computer with proficiency using contemporary databases, word processing, and spreadsheet software applications.
• Represent the city before outside agencies, communities, and elected and/or appointed officials.
• Perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor, and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Seven or more years of specialized knowledge and experience providing legal representation to local units of government.
• Expertise in civil matters such as land use, civil litigation, public safety, risk management, environmental, aviation, human resources, or contracts and procurement law.

• Licensed and active member of the Idaho State Bar in good standing.
• Valid state‑issued driver’s license.

Top talent deserves top‑notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

• ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family.
• PersI retirement benefits plus 401(k)/457b with employer match.
• 10 hours vacation per month (increases with tenure) + 12 paid holidays + 8 hours sick leave per month.
• 10 weeks Parental Leave.
• Up to $500 annual Well Being incentive.
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass.
• Basic Life and Long Term Disability insurance at no cost.

Applicants must be able to pass City of Boise background check processes which include a criminal history check, reference checks, driving record check, education verification, and Criminal Justice Information System background check (CJIS). Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 20 pounds. The noise level is frequently moderate. The employee will sit, stand, walk, and may drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work may extend beyond a typical 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM work week as required.