County Attorney

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Job Information

Title:

County Attorney

Market Range:

00

Approved Date:

2/15/2021 2:29:42 PM

FLSA:

Exempt

EEO Code:

OFFICIALS AND ADMINISTRATORS

Career Level:

EA

Career Level Description:

Appointed Leadership

Job Code:

100164

Job Family:

Legal and Compliance

Sub Family:

Legal

Primary Purpose

Serves as Attorney to the Board of Commissioners and Head of In-House Counsel and Risk Management for Wake County. Provides superior legal representation of all Wake County agencies and departments. Utilizes substantive practical legal experience, institutional knowledge of county ordinances and administrative policies and procedures. Remains current on municipal and county law developments. Performs general ligation, tort defense, appellate work, risk management and general local government law practice.  

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Provides direct representation of the Board of Commissioners. Represents the county in legal proceedings at all levels of federal and state courts as required including but not limited to general litigation, tort defense, risk management, contract negotiation/review, appellate work and other legal issues. Prepares cases, consults with employees, reviews written documentation and appears in court.

1

85%

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Manages legal and administrative staff.

2

10%

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Manages an annual operating budget of over $3 million dollars.

3

5%

Position(s) may perform other duties in addition to the above as assigned by management.

*IMPORTANT* In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

Career Level Dimensions

Career Level:

EA

Career Level Description:

Appointed Leadership

Qualifications

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Juris Doctorate from an accredited school of law

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No specific experience required

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North Carolina Bar License

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Equivalent education and experience are NOT accepted

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Doctorate

from an accredited school of law

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20 years of professional legal experience as an attorney.

And

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10 Years

Experience working across various areas of law.

And

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12 Years

Considerable knowledge of constitutional, federal, state, and local laws affecting municipal government.

And

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12 Years

Experience advising and representing administrative and quasi-judicial boards and commissions.

And

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NCBL - North Carolina Bar License

from an accredited school of law

Upon Hire

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Civil, superior and district court ligation knowledge and the ability to perform high-level contact review and use advanced negotiation skills.

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Strong analytical, organizational, time management, legal research, multi-tasking, contract review and negotiation skills.

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Detailed knowledge of state and local laws and regulations, court rulings related to affirmative action and equal employment opportunity in public agencies, and current employment regulation best practices.

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Ability to work cooperatively with a diverse group of personnel on multiple projects and initiatives.

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Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

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Strong negotiation, consultative and facilitation skills with the ability to effectively interact with all internal and external business partners.

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Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to cooperatively resolve end user issues quickly and accurately, while building relationships with internal personnel and external contacts.

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Ability to multi-task and manage priorities, be a self-starter, work well under pressure and maintain confidentiality of information.

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Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills. Exceptional oral communication skills to include formal presentation, coaching and consultation skills with the ability to communicate well throughout all levels of the organization.

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Ability to understand and uphold confidentiality.

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily to perform this job successfully. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

Enforcing Laws, Rules & Regulations

Enforces governmental laws, rules, and regulations, and initiates enforcement actions in a way that the public perceives as fair, objective, and reasonable.

Good Judgment

Makes decisions authoritatively and wisely, after adequately contemplating various available courses of action.

Interpersonal Skills

Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect.  Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.  Perceives, assesses, and positively influences one's own and other individuals’ emotions.

Speaking

Effectively transfers thoughts and expresses ideas orally or verbally in individual or group situations.

Influence

Asserts own ideas and persuades others, gaining support and commitment from others; mobilizes people to take action, using creative approaches to motivate others to meet organizational goals.

Relationship Building

Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.

Integrity

Act with honesty, transparency and respect in our interactions with co-workers and those we serve. Adhere, without exception, to laws, policies, procedures and professional standards.

Accountability

Establish high-quality standards for work. Add value. Measure results and hold self and others accountable for making progress toward desired outcomes. Take a logical and data-driven approach to decision-making.

Diversity

Believe that different backgrounds and experiences strengthen the organization and produce better results. Value inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience, and strive to reflect in our workforce the diversity of our community.

Collaboration

Foster a work culture in which different ideas and opinions are encouraged and expected. Listen carefully and speak thoughtfully. Work together toward shared goals with mutual respect and cooperation.

Continuous Improvement

Continuously improve work processes and products. Provide a safe environment to be innovative and creative and try new things. When things don't go as planned, use it as an opportunity to learn, regroup and begin again. Provide time and resources for individuals to grow and develop both personally and professionally.

Wellness

Take proactive steps to be physically fit and healthy, emotionally strong, financially secure and socially fulfilled, while inspiring and empowering others to do the same.

Service Orientation

Commit to making a difference within the community. Actively engage in and enjoy our work. Deliver services that exceed expectations, with courtesy, politeness and sensitivity to the experiences, concerns and feelings of all co-workers and customers.

ADA Checklist

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Standard ADA Selection:

Office Environment

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting/Carrying 0-10 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 10-20 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 20-50 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 50-100 pounds

X

Pushing

X

Pulling

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Handling

X

Grasping

X

Fingering

X

Feeling

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Visual Perception

X

Repetitive Motions

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Memorization/Concentration

X

Learning/Knowledge Retention

X

Preparing/Analyzing Numerical Figures

X

Use of Interfaced Commmunication Devices (Phone, Computer, Radio etc.)

X

Analyzing/Examining/Testing Data

X

Emotional/Behavioral Self-Regulation

X

Interacting with Others

X

Comprehension

X

Organization

X

Decision Making

X

Comprehension

Understand complex problems and collaborate to explore alternative solutions

Organization

Organize and prioritize individual work schedule to manage multiple tasks and/or projects

Decision Making

Make decisions that have significant impact on a department's credibility, operations and/or services

Communication

Communicate in-depth information for the purpose of interpreting and/or negotiating

Extreme cold

X

Extreme heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Computers/Monitors

X