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City of Temple, TX

Temple, TX (In Person)

$247,500 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 weeks ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/22/2026

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Job Description

Are you an experienced municipal attorney who can serve as a trusted legal advisor, strategic partner, and ethical leader for a growing city? If so, apply to be the City of Temple's next City Attorney! We're looking for an exceptional, collaborative executive who is: Experienced in municipal law, economic development, and land use Skilled in managing legal operations and advising elected officials Adept at navigating complex legal and policy issues Temple, Texas is a vibrant Central Texas community of nearly 100,000 residents, known for its strong economy, high quality of life, and regional accessibility. Located along Interstate 35 between Austin and Dallas-Fort Worth, Temple offers convenient access to major metropolitan areas while maintaining a welcoming, community-oriented feel. The City of Temple operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Council consists of a Mayor and four Council Members. The new city attorney will report to the City Council. The ideal candidate is a strategic, ethical, and collaborative legal leader with deep experience in municipal law.
Qualifications:
Required qualifications include: Bachelor s degree and Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school Ten (10) years of experience as a practicing attorney Three (3) years of management experience Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and a member in good standing with the State Bar Preferred qualifications include: Experience in municipal law, including economic development, land use, and litigation Background in real estate, construction, employment law, and public information law Demonstrated experience advising governing bodies and senior leadership The salary range for this position is $235,000 - $260,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
Please apply online at:
https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment/temple-tx-city-attorney/ For more information on this position, contact: Michael D. Mallinoff, Esq., Senior Vice President, Executive Recruitment mdmallinoff@GovernmentResource.com 443-336-5772

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