Assistant County Attorney

Description

SALARY - DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS

This is a full-time position and receives all benefits afforded to regular employees.

Summary :

The purpose of this classification is to perform professional legal work, to include conducting legal research, handling litigation, preparing documents required for litigation purposes, and assisting in providing legal advice/counsel.

Essential Job Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Responsible for performing professional legal work for the Glynn County Attorney's Office. Conducting legal research and preparing legal opinions. Providing legal advice and counsel regarding applicable federal, state, and local laws; preparing, reviewing, and amending contracts and other legal documents. Preparing and amending ordinances, policies, and resolutions; handling litigation and preparing required documents. Providing legal counsel on property issues and transactions. Attending various meetings and making presentations as needed. Communicating with county attorney, employees, county officials, state/federal agencies, members of the public, and others as needed to resolve and address issues. Performing such other duties as may be assigned by the County Attorney.

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Assistant County Attorney Qualifications Juris Doctorate required; supplemented by 5 months previous experience and/or training involving local government law; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain membership in good standing of the State Bar of Georgia, Southern District of Georgia Court, and Georgia Superior Courts.

BENEFITS

Bi-weekly payroll 12 hours of PTO per month 12 paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program No-Cost Employee Health Clinic Health Care Plan, Life Insurance, and Long-term Disability Deferred Compensation, Voluntary Benefits Retirement - Defined Contribution Plan