Deputy County Counsel I-V - At-Will

Summary

Visalia, California, United States —ViewMapDEPUTY COUNTY COUNSEL I‑V (At‑Will)FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLEThe County Counsel's Office serves as the civil attorneys for Tulare County government, the Tulare County Association of Governments, the Tulare Local Agency Formation Commission, and the Workforce Investment Board. The Legal Office includes 25 Attorneys, plus a complement of paralegals and support staff. The office is in the City of Visalia at the County Civic Center. A position with the County Counsel's office provides a unique opportunity to study and practice a wide range of law in service to an established and stable client.The County provides a benefit package including health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave benefits, 1937 Act Retirement plan, career incentive pay, life insurance, and reimbursement for California Bar dues. Applicants may be granted advanced step appointments based upon experience.Work Schedule: Hybrid work schedule of two days per week available after six months of employment.Annual Salary Ranges:I: $88,800 – $108,224, II: $101,032 – $123,131, III: $118,431 – $144,336, IV: $134,484 – $163,899, V: $145,470 – $177,289APPLICATION REVIEW: July20,2026When applying please attach a cover letter and resume to your application.Typical DutiesWhile the successful candidate may be able to work with or on any of the four legal teams at County Counsel, the current vacancy will serve on the Litigation Team.Litigation: The successful candidate will be appearing in court and before administrative bodies; handling all aspects of state and federal litigation (including responsibility for motion practice, discovery, trial, and appeals in both a primary and secondary role), research and analyze existing laws and regulations, court decisions, and pending litigation to draft opinions and provide written and oral advice to clients, appear for and advise County personnel in administrative hearing matters, advise clients and appear in response to subpoenas and writ proceedings. Experience in a County Counsel's Office, a City Attorney's Office, or a private law firm working in civil litigation is required for this position.Minimum QualificationsActive membership in the State Bar of California is required. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license is required. Newly hired Attorneys will serve At‑Will and hold noncompetitive status. The Attorney class is flexibly staffed to allow for promotional opportunities as professional experience is gained and demonstrated.Attorney LevelsAttorney I: No experience required.Attorney II: One to two years of full‑time experience in the practice of civil law, preferably with one year of public civil law experience or one year of full‑time experience with a public civil law agency.Attorney III: Three years of full‑time experience in the practice of public civil law; or two years of full‑time experience with a public civil law agency.Attorney IV: Four years of full‑time experience with a public civil law agency; or five years of full‑time experience in the practice of public civil law. Lead experience required.Attorney V: Five years of full‑time experience with a public civil law agency; or six years of full‑time experience in the practice of public civil law. Lead experience required.Additional InformationConditions of Employment:Candidates selected may be required to pass a pre‑employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re‑investigation every 10 years for some positions.An Employment Eligibility Verification using E‑Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions.Some job classes may also require a physical exam.College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October1,2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERBargaining Unit20The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.Benefit SummaryBenefit amount may be applied toward health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability). This benefit is pro‑rated and paid on a pay‑period basis (24 pay periods). Health insurance options include PPO and HMO medical plans, dental plans, and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Retirement is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act and integrated with Social Security.Paid holiday leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.Vacation accrual: 2 weeks per year (0‑3 years), 3 weeks per year (3‑7 years), 4 weeks per year (7‑11 years), 5 weeks per year (11+ years). FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year. Sick leave accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation.Career incentive pay is awarded to employees who have completed five or more years of service.Group term life insurance: $30,000 (Standard Insurance Company). Long‑term disability insurance is provided (Standard Insurance Company). Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance, premium paid by employee.Deferred compensation is a voluntary plan available. For more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please visit the benefits section of our website at Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.Closing Date/Time: Continuous#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Visalia, California, United States —ViewMapDEPUTY COUNTY COUNSEL I‑V (At‑Will)FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLEThe County Counsel's Office serves as the civil attorneys for Tulare County government, the Tulare County Association of Governments, the Tulare Local Agency Formation Commission, and the Workforce Investment Board. The Legal Office includes 25 Attorneys, plus a complement of paralegals and support staff. The office is in the City of Visalia at the County Civic Center. A position with the County Counsel's office provides a unique opportunity to study and practice a wide range of law in service to an established and stable client.The County provides a benefit package including health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave benefits, 1937 Act Retirement plan, career incentive pay, life insurance, and reimbursement for California Bar dues. Applicants may be granted advanced step appointments based upon experience.Work Schedule: Hybrid work schedule of two days per week available after six months of employment.Annual Salary Ranges:I: $88,800 – $108,224, II: $101,032 – $123,131, III: $118,431 – $144,336, IV: $134,484 – $163,899, V: $145,470 – $177,289APPLICATION REVIEW: July20,2026When applying please attach a cover letter and resume to your application.Typical DutiesWhile the successful candidate may be able to work with or on any of the four legal teams at County Counsel, the current vacancy will serve on the Litigation Team.Litigation: The successful candidate will be appearing in court and before administrative bodies; handling all aspects of state and federal litigation (including responsibility for motion practice, discovery, trial, and appeals in both a primary and secondary role), research and analyze existing laws and regulations, court decisions, and pending litigation to draft opinions and provide written and oral advice to clients, appear for and advise County personnel in administrative hearing matters, advise clients and appear in response to subpoenas and writ proceedings. Experience in a County Counsel's Office, a City Attorney's Office, or a private law firm working in civil litigation is required for this position.Minimum QualificationsActive membership in the State Bar of California is required. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license is required. Newly hired Attorneys will serve At‑Will and hold noncompetitive status. The Attorney class is flexibly staffed to allow for promotional opportunities as professional experience is gained and demonstrated.Attorney LevelsAttorney I: No experience required.Attorney II: One to two years of full‑time experience in the practice of civil law, preferably with one year of public civil law experience or one year of full‑time experience with a public civil law agency.Attorney III: Three years of full‑time experience in the practice of public civil law; or two years of full‑time experience with a public civil law agency.Attorney IV: Four years of full‑time experience with a public civil law agency; or five years of full‑time experience in the practice of public civil law. Lead experience required.Attorney V: Five years of full‑time experience with a public civil law agency; or six years of full‑time experience in the practice of public civil law. Lead experience required.Additional InformationConditions of Employment:Candidates selected may be required to pass a pre‑employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re‑investigation every 10 years for some positions.An Employment Eligibility Verification using E‑Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions.Some job classes may also require a physical exam.College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October1,2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERBargaining Unit20The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.Benefit SummaryBenefit amount may be applied toward health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability). This benefit is pro‑rated and paid on a pay‑period basis (24 pay periods). Health insurance options include PPO and HMO medical plans, dental plans, and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Retirement is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act and integrated with Social Security.Paid holiday leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.Vacation accrual: 2 weeks per year (0‑3 years), 3 weeks per year (3‑7 years), 4 weeks per year (7‑11 years), 5 weeks per year (11+ years). FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year. Sick leave accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation.Career incentive pay is awarded to employees who have completed five or more years of service.Group term life insurance: $30,000 (Standard Insurance Company). Long‑term disability insurance is provided (Standard Insurance Company). Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance, premium paid by employee.Deferred compensation is a voluntary plan available. For more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please visit the benefits section of our website at Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.Closing Date/Time: Continuous#J-18808-Ljbffr