DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as legal counsel for the County, advising elected officials and County management on legal matters.
- Draft and review ordinances, resolutions, contracts, administrative policies, rules, regulations, and other documents to ensure legal compliance.
- Prepare legal documents related to County operations and matters before courts, quasi-judicial, and administrative bodies.
- Lead and mentor internal attorneys by providing guidance, training, and delegated assignments.
- Supervise and coordinate the work of outside or contract counsel as assigned.
- Prepare legal opinions regarding statutory law, common law, and administrative practices at the request of the County Attorney.
- Represent the Board of County Commissioners, County management, and designated clients in state and federal courts, and before quasi-judicial or administrative bodies.
- Provide legal advice to County departments on matters including employment, labor, and land use law.
- Collaborate professionally with attorneys in the Legal Department, opposing counsel, and members of the public.
- Handle appellate court cases as assigned.
- Manage a variety of cases, including land use, constitutional law, property rights, procedural issues, deeds, zoning, easements, legislative interpretation, Metropolitan Detention Center matters, employment law, and discrimination cases under Title VII.
- Conduct legal research.
*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (L.L.B.) degree from an accredited academic institution.
- Valid license to practice law in the State of New Mexico.
- Ten (10) years of experience in litigation, appellate law, and advising clients on legal compliance.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE
The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:
- Successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
- Comply with County safety guidelines.
- Remain current with continuing legal education and state license requirements.
- Complete required FEMA training(s) assigned to the position.
- Complete required supervisory training, if applicable.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Performs duties indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
- Works on even and dry surfaces, which may be carpeted or tiled.
- Performs most duties independently; some tasks may involve collaboration with a select team.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS
- Equipment typically used in the performance of office duties includes telephone, computer, printer, and copy machine.
- Handles documents, writing utensils, and a variety of office supplies and equipment.