ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY I/II/III

The selection process for this position is governed by state statues and civil service rules that apply to civil service positions in general and special expert classes in particular. The department may fill positions at the Assistant City Attorney I, II or III level, based upon candidate qualifications and the nature of the assignment. 

Candidates will be placed on the highest-level list for which they qualify.

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

As a staff member of the Office of the City Attorney (OCA), an Assistant City Attorney performs professional legal services to advance and protect the interests of its clients, including the employees and departments of the City of Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Board of School Directors.

Litigation:

• Represent the OCA’s clients in court and before administrative agencies.
• Conduct litigation and appeals in state and federal court.
• Prosecute violations of offenses against City ordinances. 
• Perform legal research, draft legal memorandum, and provide legal advice and opinions.
• Negotiate on behalf of the OCA’s clients.
• Handle special projects and assignments as directed by the City Attorney. 

Advisory and Administrative:

• Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for clients.
• Prepare opinions, resolutions and ordinances.
• Draft and review legal documents.
• Advise departments, committees, boards and commissions on legal matters.
• Negotiate on behalf of the City and its departments. 

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

Assistant City Attorney I

1. Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. Applicants graduating and/or being admitted to the state bar in 2024 are encouraged to apply but will not be considered for hire until the minimum requirements are met.
2. Licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin at time of appointment.

Assistant City Attorney II

1. Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
2. Licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin at time of appointment.
3. Three years of experience practicing law.

Assistant City Attorney III

1. Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
2. Licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin at time of appointment.
3. Five years of experience practicing law.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

**Note: Qualified candidates will be placed on the highest list for which they qualify based upon his or her qualifications and experience.

• Professional legal experience in civil rights litigation is highly desirable.

Technical:

• General knowledge of laws, court procedures, precedents, and government regulations.
• Ability to handle all types of litigation and legal problems confronting the City of Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Board of School Directors.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex written materials.
• Complex analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze, assess, and organize facts, evidence and precedents and effectively present such materials verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to perform computerized research regarding legal issues.

Communication and Customer Service:

• Excellent written communication skills including writing briefs, ordinances, and memos.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with coworkers, City administrators, and residents whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job. Applicants must attach a resume and cover letter to their application materials by the application deadline listed above.

INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the application deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

• Applications and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is located in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.