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i i|)i|) j 22` ` k!k!|,|!,! i75i75 ! ! §|! ! §| e 00 k} \/ 99 000000\000000\ ){ ){ ff uu 44  F68. City of Gaithersburg Human Resources Division 31 South Summit Avenue Phone: 301 -256.6327 Gaithersburg, MD 20877 ACxCI C Fax: 301- 2586414 www. maithersburomd. 00v hri loaithersbummd. 00v Job Description City Attorney GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK: Performs highly responsible administrative and professional work in acting as legal advisor and counselor for the City Council, Mayor, City Manager and other administrative officials on all matters relating to their official duties; does related work as required. Work Is performed under the general supervision of the City Manager. Supervision is exercised over City staff as assigned. This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or Constantly to move objects, and some light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force Constantly to move objects work requires reaching, standing, walking, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal Communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and ac0vities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS /TYPICAL TASKS: The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. mM Work involves responribiW for preparing all contracts, bonds and other instruments in writing in which the municipality x concerned,•for performing legal research, preparing opinions, advising City officials, and for representing the City in complex litigation and administrative proceedings Represents the City in all legal matters, including the bringing and defending of suits. Attends meetings of the Council and Committees of the council; advises the Mayor, City Manager, Council and all City departments In reference to legal questions. Drafts Contracts, leases, deeds, and resolutions; represents the Mayor, City Manager and Council before various local and state departments and other govemmental subdivisions. Answers public inquiries in reference to municipal legal matters. Supervises the work of legal and administrative staff, advises boards and Councils appointed by the Serves on various internal and external committees as required. Council. Performs liaison activities to kcal and governmental agency and organizations. Performs related tasks as required. KNOWLEDGE. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of statutory, Constitutional and common law of the State of Maryland, especially as these apply to City government; Thorough knowledge of local legislation pertaining to the City, and administrative law including governmental regulations and their enforcement; Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, materials and practices of legal research; Considerable knowledge of judicial procedure and the method and practices of pleading, and of effective technique in presentation of cases; Considerable knowledge of modem principles of organization and management; Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with administrative officials, local government officials, employees, court officials, and with the general public; Ability to draft legal instruments, proposed legislation and legal opinions; Ability to plan, assign and review the work of administrative staff. Packet Pg. 52  F68. City Attorney EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Iuris Doctorate. Possession of a Maryland State license as a practicing attorney and admission to the Maryland Bar. Ten ( 10) years of professional experlence as an attorney, which includes a minimum of five ( 5) years of experience pertaining to the public sector and governmental law. Possession of a Maryland Bar Certification as a specialist in City, County and local Government law preferred. RSA STATUS: Exempt The City of Gaithersburg 6 an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Gaithersburg provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Packet Pg. 53