Gwinnett County
Class Summary
Job Description
The Gwinnett County Law Department provides legal services to Gwinnett County, including the Board of Commissioners, County Administrator, County Departments and Offices, and Elected Officials. The Law Department has an opening for one Senior Assistant County Attorney. Senior Assistant County Attorneys serve as legal counsel representing the legal interests of the County and assigned departments and the legal interests of Elected Officials in accordance with federal and state laws and the rules of professional conduct. Senior Assistant County Attorneys are assigned to represent large and/or multiple County Departments, Boards, Authorities, and Elected Officials. It is anticipated that the attorney who is selected for this position will be assigned to the Public Safety Team, which provides legal representation to the following County departments and agencies, among others: Police Department, Sheriff’s Office, Fire and Emergency Services, and Corrections.
Essential Duties The Senior Assistant County Attorney position is responsible for providing legal services to various County Departments and Elected Officials. Responsibilities include:
Providing legal advice to represented clients, department directors, elected officials, and Boards and Authorities as assigned
Attending meetings, researching and assessing legal issues and internal policies and procedures, and providing legal opinions
Advising clients on legal solutions and implementing such solutions
Reviewing, drafting, and interpreting laws, ordinances, regulations, policies, and resolutions and providing advice, information, and training regarding new/and or amended laws and regulations as needed
Representing assigned clients in litigation, in both State and Federal courts at the trial and appellate levels; the types of litigation handled by the Law Department include condemnations, tax appeals, nuisance abatement actions, zoning disputes, personal injury suits, employment matters, and civil rights
Developing case strategy; reviewing and drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs; handling all aspects of discovery, including preparing and responding to written discovery and taking and defending depositions; negotiating settlements and handling mediations; attending hearings (in-person and remotely) and trials; reviewing and drafting appellate briefs
Reviewing, negotiating and drafting contracts and agreements to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal laws and to protect the County’s interest; and providing legal advice regarding contract terms and enforcement thereof
Maintaining a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, case law, policies, and procedures; maintaining awareness of new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession
Participating in training and continuing education activities; attending and conducting meetings, workshops, and seminars as appropriate
Grade This posting is for one Senior Assistant County Attorney position with potential pay grade ranging from grade 105 to 107. Salary will be commensurate with years of relevant experience. Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctorate
Five years of experience as an attorney
Member in good standing with the Georgia Bar and admitted to practice in the Superior Courts of Georgia
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in all aspects of State and Federal litigation, particularly in representing local governments
Experience in reviewing and drafting contracts
Experience in local government, particularly in matters involving public safety agencies
Excellent writing and communication skills
Admitted to practice in the Court of Appeals for the State of Georgia, the Georgia Supreme Court, and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click , , or .
Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
Additional Information For more information about this department, please .
Vision Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles. Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability. Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all. Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities. Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at 770-822-7915 or email .Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
On average, our employees’ benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary! In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees’ medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost! Health
Medical plans for active and retired employees
Dental and vision plans
Prescription drug plan
Wellness
Onsite Employee Wellness Center
24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Immunizations
Wellness education and incentive programs
Annual wellness fair
Family and Career
Training and professional development opportunities
Family planning benefits
Four weeks of paid parental leave
Time
Annual/Sick Leave
12 paid holidays per calendar year
1 paid floating holiday per calendar year
Money
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
Health Savings Account (HSA) available
Retirement and Savings Plans
401(a) Defined Contribution
457 (b) Deferred Compensation
Longevity pay
Tuition reimbursement
Financial education programs
Protection
Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Critical illness and accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Identity theft protection
To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, .
01Do you have a Juris Doctorate?
Yes
No
02Are you in good standing with the Georgia Bar?
Yes
No
03Are you admitted to practice in the Court of Appeals for the State of Georgia, the Georgia Supreme Court, and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia? Government Jobs
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Gwinnett County Law Department provides legal services to Gwinnett County, including the Board of Commissioners, County Administrator, County Departments and Offices, and Elected Officials. The Law Department has an opening for one Senior Assistant County Attorney. Senior Assistant County Attorneys serve as legal counsel representing the legal interests of the County and assigned departments and the legal interests of Elected Officials in accordance with federal and state laws and the rules of professional conduct. Senior Assistant County Attorneys are assigned to represent large and/or multiple County Departments, Boards, Authorities, and Elected Officials. It is anticipated that the attorney who is selected for this position will be assigned to the Public Safety Team, which provides legal representation to the following County departments and agencies, among others: Police Department, Sheriff’s Office, Fire and Emergency Services, and Corrections.
Essential Duties The Senior Assistant County Attorney position is responsible for providing legal services to various County Departments and Elected Officials. Responsibilities include:
Providing legal advice to represented clients, department directors, elected officials, and Boards and Authorities as assigned
Attending meetings, researching and assessing legal issues and internal policies and procedures, and providing legal opinions
Advising clients on legal solutions and implementing such solutions
Reviewing, drafting, and interpreting laws, ordinances, regulations, policies, and resolutions and providing advice, information, and training regarding new/and or amended laws and regulations as needed
Representing assigned clients in litigation, in both State and Federal courts at the trial and appellate levels; the types of litigation handled by the Law Department include condemnations, tax appeals, nuisance abatement actions, zoning disputes, personal injury suits, employment matters, and civil rights
Developing case strategy; reviewing and drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs; handling all aspects of discovery, including preparing and responding to written discovery and taking and defending depositions; negotiating settlements and handling mediations; attending hearings (in-person and remotely) and trials; reviewing and drafting appellate briefs
Reviewing, negotiating and drafting contracts and agreements to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal laws and to protect the County’s interest; and providing legal advice regarding contract terms and enforcement thereof
Maintaining a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, case law, policies, and procedures; maintaining awareness of new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession
Participating in training and continuing education activities; attending and conducting meetings, workshops, and seminars as appropriate
Grade This posting is for one Senior Assistant County Attorney position with potential pay grade ranging from grade 105 to 107. Salary will be commensurate with years of relevant experience. Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctorate
Five years of experience as an attorney
Member in good standing with the Georgia Bar and admitted to practice in the Superior Courts of Georgia
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in all aspects of State and Federal litigation, particularly in representing local governments
Experience in reviewing and drafting contracts
Experience in local government, particularly in matters involving public safety agencies
Excellent writing and communication skills
Admitted to practice in the Court of Appeals for the State of Georgia, the Georgia Supreme Court, and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements, please click , , or .
Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
Additional Information For more information about this department, please .
Vision Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles. Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability. Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all. Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities. Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at 770-822-7915 or email .Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
On average, our employees’ benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary! In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees’ medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost! Health
Medical plans for active and retired employees
Dental and vision plans
Prescription drug plan
Wellness
Onsite Employee Wellness Center
24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Immunizations
Wellness education and incentive programs
Annual wellness fair
Family and Career
Training and professional development opportunities
Family planning benefits
Four weeks of paid parental leave
Time
Annual/Sick Leave
12 paid holidays per calendar year
1 paid floating holiday per calendar year
Money
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
Health Savings Account (HSA) available
Retirement and Savings Plans
401(a) Defined Contribution
457 (b) Deferred Compensation
Longevity pay
Tuition reimbursement
Financial education programs
Protection
Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Critical illness and accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Identity theft protection
To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, .
01Do you have a Juris Doctorate?
Yes
No
02Are you in good standing with the Georgia Bar?
Yes
No
03Are you admitted to practice in the Court of Appeals for the State of Georgia, the Georgia Supreme Court, and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia? Government Jobs
#J-18808-Ljbffr