Assistant County Attorney - Municipal Law Bureau

Overview

Assistant County Attorney - Municipal Law Bureau at Suffolk County Community College. The Suffolk County Attorney’s Office is searching for attorneys to handle complex legal issues relating to the operation of Suffolk County government in its Municipal Law Bureau.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide variety of matters related to the operation of County government including contract negotiation and drafting, procurement compliance, analysis of legislation for constitutional, statutory and policy concerns.
• Provide legal guidance to County departments, and researching legal viability and compliance issues regarding County programs.
• Involved in the ground-level operation of County government and will be required to attend meetings of County agencies and committees and advise them on their operations.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Pension
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, personal days, and 13 paid holidays
• Work-Life Balance: Regular working hours with less overtime

Qualifications

• Experience in the practice of Municipal Law
• Sponsorship is not available for this role
• This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time
• Remote work is not available for this role

Salary & Schedule

Salary Range: $84,250 to $125,175

Schedule: Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

Additional Details

• Notice: Applicants should have a commitment to public service, a strong work ethic and sound problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Must be a Suffolk County resident within five years of commencing employment
• Entry level positions for recent law school graduates with strong academic records; may apply after July 2024 NYS Bar Examination or plan to sit for Feb or July 2025 exam.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equity

• We promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
• We maintain familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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