Okaloosa County BOCC — November 4, 2012 — Bob Murray 7 — reading text

service to Fe College Zoo, the only community college teaching zoo in the nation. With gages; and the prose- the City of Gainesville. mild winters, warm summers, and popular attractions THE CITY Responsibilities of the City Attorney include: cution of municipal ordi- within a two-hour drive including ATTORNEY’S • Provide legal counsel to the City Commission, the charter nances. Disney World, Universal Studios offices, all City departments including Gainesville Regional Util- and Busch Gardens, Gaines- OFFICE • Evaluate claims made against ities, the Gainesville Community Redevelopment Agency and City the City and advise management or ville is an ideal location to The mission of the Office of the City boards and committees. the City Commission on recom- visit and live. Attorney is to protect the legal interests and assets of the City, with the highest • Recommend policy or procedure changes and coordinate imple- mended plan of action to address level of professionalism and ethics and mentation strategies in compliance with the law. cases and claims. dedication to serving the City of • Prepare ordinances, resolutions, policy regulations and pro- • Conduct legal research, provide legal Gainesville for the benefit of its citizens. cedures to be adopted by the City Commission and senior opinions and memoranda, and render The primary role of the Office of the management. legal advice and assistance. • Interpret and apply state and federal statutory law, case TO APPLY law, the City Charter and Code of Ordinances. If interested in this outstanding oppor- CITY OF • Negotiate, draft and review contracts, bonds and other legal instruments for approval of form and legality. tunity, please visit our website at: GAINESVILLE, FL www.bobmurrayassoc.com • Stay current on court decisions, administrative decisions, legislation and follow the prompt to apply online and problems relevant to local government and related matters. by creating an applicant profile. INVITES YOUR The City Attorney position is open due to the voluntary retirement of the incumbent after many years of service to the City of Gainesville. Applications will be INTEREST IN received until April 30th. THE POSITION OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Resumes will be screened according The ideal candidate will possess a thorough knowledge of legal principles to the qualifications outlined above. and concepts related to local government law and have the ability to apply them properly. Candidates should have thorough knowledge of federal, Screening interviews with the most qualified applicants will be conducted CITY state, and local laws and judicial decisions of federal and state courts as they by Bob Murray & Associates in order ATTORNEY relate to local government and municipal utilities rights, privileges and respon- to determine a select group of finalist sibilities. Ability to handle administrative, trial and appellate work is needed. A candidates who will be asked to pro- successful candidate must communicate effectively verbally and in writing, handle vide references; references will be several assignments concurrently, maintain security and confidentiality, develop contacted only following candidate and maintain effective working relationships, and supervise others’ work through consent. Final interviews will be held at planning, review, and management. The City Attorney should be confident, the City of Gainesville with the Mayor accessible, and work well with other departments and agencies, both internal and Commissioners. Candidates will and external to the organization. A strong leader who promotes teamwork and be advised of the status of the recruit- encourages and mentors staff is desired. ment following the selection of the Graduation from an accredited college of law and a license to practice law in the City Attorney. State of Florida is required, along with eight years of progressively responsible Questions regarding this recruitment may legal experience of which at least five years shall be in the area of public sector be directed to Ms. Renee Narloch, and local government law; public utilities and union experience a plus. Vice President, Bob Murray & Associates COMPENSATION at reneen@bobmurrayassoc.com or call 850-391-0000. The salary range is open and dependent upon qualifications. The starting salary will be based upon the knowledge and experience of the individual selected. The The City of Gainesville is an City offers a competitive benefits package. For additional information on benefits, Equal Opportunity/AA/DFWP Employer. please visit: www.cityofgainesville.org. PURSUANT TO FLORIDA OPEN The State of Florida does not have RECORDS LAW, APPLICATIONS AND RESUMES ARE SUBJECT TO a state income tax. DISCLOSURE.