Assistant Attorney​/Senior Assistant Attorney - Civil Division

Assistant City Attorney / Senior Assistant City Attorney – Civil Division

The City of Kent is seeking an experienced attorney to join the Civil Division of the Kent City Attorney’s Office. This position offers excellent work/life balance, competitive pay, a pension plan, and comprehensive medical benefits. The role focuses on public interest matters that shape the community’s environment, safety, and economic vitality while providing creative solutions to municipal challenges.

• Represent the City in civil matters, advising on legal issues that impact the community.
• Conduct legal research and prepare opinions, memoranda, and briefings for city leadership.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, ordinances, and municipal agreements.
• Collaborate with other city departments to ensure legal compliance and efficient government operations.
• Provide counsel on matters such as land use, environmental regulation, and public safety.

• Bar admission and good standing with the Washington State Bar Association.
• Prior civil legal experience, with a preference for municipal law.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Five (5) years or more of municipal civil legal experience qualifies the candidate for the Senior Assistant City Attorney position.

• Cover letter and resume are required.
• Writing samples will be requested from interviewees.
• Applications will be reviewed promptly and interviews scheduled upon receipt.
• Contact Human Resources at (253) 856‑5270 for assistance attaching documents after application submission.

Assistant City Attorney – Civil: $8,538.00 – $13,417.00 monthly (2025 rates)

Senior Assistant City Attorney – Civil: $10,017.00 – $14,222.00 monthly (2025 rates)

For a listing of benefits, please visit the Employee Benefits | City of Kent (kentwa.gov) portal.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Job Function:
Legal

Note:

This is a non‑represented position exempt from overtime.

The City of Kent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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