County Staff Attorney
Judicial Council of Georgia / Administrative Office of the Courts, Griffin, GA, United States
Spalding County is seeking a highly qualified legal professional to serve as its County Staff Attorney. This is a rare opportunity to provide critical legal counsel and drive operational excellence in a community that balances rich historical significance with forward-thinking local government.
The Position
The County Staff Attorney reports to the County Manager and collaborates with County legal counsel to provide comprehensive legal services to Spalding County, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws. The County Staff Attorney advises the County Manager and other county officials on legal matters, represents the County in legal proceedings, and drafts and reviews legal documents. Strong candidates will bring a preferred background in local government or public sector law. Spalding County values the transferable skills of Assistant District Attorneys, Public Defenders, and other government law experience that entails contracts, knowledge of government operations, crisis management, trial, and litigation experience, along with the diverse legal areas within civil local government law. Essential duties include some or all of the following:
Provide legal advice and counsel to the County Manager, Board of Commissioners, and other county departments on a wide range of legal issues.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, resolutions, ordinances, and other legal documents.
Represent the County in civil litigation, administrative hearings, and other legal proceedings.
Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions on various matters affecting the County.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Assist in the development and implementation of County policies and procedures.
Manage and oversee outside counsel as needed.
Respond to public records requests and ensure compliance with open records laws.
Provide training and guidance to County staff on legal matters and risk management.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the County Manager.
Compensation and Benefits
The expected starting salary range for the position is
$120,000 - $130,000 depending on qualification . Spalding County offers a competitive benefits package for employees, including medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance; short-term and long-term disability benefits; a defined-benefit retirement plan, an optional 457(b) retirement plan, and a generous leave program including 12 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave, and compensatory time off. Relocation reimbursement is negotiable.
Qualifications
A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Active membership and good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
One to three years of experience in the practice of law, preferably in local government or public sector law.
Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations affecting county government.
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with county officials, staff, and the public.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
High ethical standards and professional integrity.
A valid Georgia driver’s license or the ability to obtain one.
Spalding County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The Position
The County Staff Attorney reports to the County Manager and collaborates with County legal counsel to provide comprehensive legal services to Spalding County, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws. The County Staff Attorney advises the County Manager and other county officials on legal matters, represents the County in legal proceedings, and drafts and reviews legal documents. Strong candidates will bring a preferred background in local government or public sector law. Spalding County values the transferable skills of Assistant District Attorneys, Public Defenders, and other government law experience that entails contracts, knowledge of government operations, crisis management, trial, and litigation experience, along with the diverse legal areas within civil local government law. Essential duties include some or all of the following:
Provide legal advice and counsel to the County Manager, Board of Commissioners, and other county departments on a wide range of legal issues.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, resolutions, ordinances, and other legal documents.
Represent the County in civil litigation, administrative hearings, and other legal proceedings.
Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions on various matters affecting the County.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Assist in the development and implementation of County policies and procedures.
Manage and oversee outside counsel as needed.
Respond to public records requests and ensure compliance with open records laws.
Provide training and guidance to County staff on legal matters and risk management.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the County Manager.
Compensation and Benefits
The expected starting salary range for the position is
$120,000 - $130,000 depending on qualification . Spalding County offers a competitive benefits package for employees, including medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance; short-term and long-term disability benefits; a defined-benefit retirement plan, an optional 457(b) retirement plan, and a generous leave program including 12 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave, and compensatory time off. Relocation reimbursement is negotiable.
Qualifications
A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Active membership and good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
One to three years of experience in the practice of law, preferably in local government or public sector law.
Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations affecting county government.
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with county officials, staff, and the public.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
High ethical standards and professional integrity.
A valid Georgia driver’s license or the ability to obtain one.
Spalding County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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