Staff Attorney
West Hollywood - West Hollywood, California, United States, 90069
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$143,661.24/yr - $183,560.88/yr Direct message the job poster from City of West Hollywood The City of West Hollywood has an ideal opportunity for an attorney who is passionate about public service. The
Rent Stabilization Division
seeks a
Staff Attorney
who will conduct and adjudicate hearings to determine rent amounts and decreases due to loss of housing services, review tenant harassment complaints to assess the viability of enforcement action, perform legal research and writing, and ensure compliance with the City’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance. The right candidate will have an understanding of the fundamentals of rent stabilization and landlord-tenant law and will be prepared to engage in overseeing a quasi-judicial hearings process, perform complex legal analysis, draft ordinances, update regulations, and provide counsel as part of a dynamic team of municipal government professionals. Why WeHo The
City of West Hollywood
is like no other city in the world.
Located in the heart of metropolitan Los Angeles and only 1.9 square miles, the City of West Hollywood was incorporated in 1984 by a unique collaboration of people, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender activists, seniors, and advocates for affordable housing. West Hollywood is an international tourism destination with a diverse population and is also the location of many entertainment, design, technology, and hospitality-based businesses. The City is a robust economic and cultural center instilled with idealism, creativity, and innovation. A spirit of community activism and civic pride thrives in West Hollywood for many of its approximately 36,500 residents. The City of West Hollywood has a strong progressive voice, is a leader among communities, and is filled with a rich history. The City prides itself on strong core values: Respect and Support for People; Responsiveness to the Public; Idealism, Creativity, and Innovation; Quality of Residential Life; Promotion of Economic Development; Public Safety; and Responsibility for the Environment – as well as being proactive in responding to the needs of its diverse community. How We Serve The Rent Stabilization Division administers rent stabilization and tenant protections through the Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) and Rent Regulations. The Division provides resources for tenants and landlords in the community such as protections and policy, property registration, rental assistance programs, and legal support. What You'll Contribute The City of West Hollywood seeks a
Staff Attorney
to join our Rent Stabilization Team. In this position, you will play a crucial role in conducting hearings, reviewing tenant harassment complaints, and performing legal research and analysis for the Division As a lead staff member, you will performs a variety of complex professional functions related to legal services, including: providing legal advice and technical assistance; interpreting ordinances, codes, etc., performing legal research, drafting ordinance and regulation amendments and related correspondence, representing the City in administrative hearings and in court in conjunction with and under the auspices of the City Attorney. The
ideal candidate
for this position: is a detail-oriented legal professional with strong governmental experience who thrives in a collaborative environment. understands the fundamentals of rent stabilization and landlord-tenant law. possesses excellent analytical skills and the ability to manage complex hearing-related processes and prepare high level reports with accuracy and efficiency. is prepared to engage in complex legal analysis, drafting of ordinances, updating regulations and providing counsel as part of a dynamic team of municipal government professionals. Is an impactful leader with the ability to effectively guide and mentor staff members while maintaining high standards of reporting. is proficient with legal research platforms, including OnLAW Pro Library, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is committed to maintaining programmatic integrity while ensuring organizational compliance For full position details, please click the job description:
Staff Attorney Job Description
. This position is eligible to work remotely for up to 50% of its time,
subject to approval and based on the ongoing operational needs of the City. Reports to:
Rent Stabilization Manager MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field; and Juris Doctor from an accredited law school; and Seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressively responsible related experience; or, Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Licenses and Certifications : Admission to and an active member of the California State Bar. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Legal and Research Industries Public Policy Offices, Housing and Community Development, and Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of West Hollywood by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
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