ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY, SUPERVISOR
Job Code: 03015 Salary Grade: 28 FLSA: Exempt Salary Range: $106,856 - $172,039

Purpose of Classification:
The purpose of this classification is to provide legal counsel to assigned departments and officials.

Essential Functions: 
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Supervises and coordinates daily work activities of assigned team members; gives direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing team regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; provides input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.

Serves as counsel in representing the legal interest of the County for assigned departments in accordance with state laws and rules of professional conduct; provides legal advice to represented clients and other department heads, elected officials or managers as requested or assigned; attends meetings; assesses nature of the legal issue presented; researches internal regulations, policies and procedures or relevant state and federal law; advises client of legal solution and execution of appropriate steps and implementation; writes legal opinions and memoranda; develops strategies and solutions to ensure compliance; provides information regarding updated laws and regulations as needed.

Manages large and complex litigation; prepares and responds to interrogatories, requests for production of documents, requests for admissions and other discovery requests; prepares appropriate motions and other necessary pleadings; takes and defends depositions; meets with clients and other witnesses; conducts legal research; determines case strategy; attends mediations, trials, and hearings; argues client's position; makes and responds to legal arguments; presents and examines witnesses; introduces and/or objects to evidence; issues subpoenas; prepares and responds to appellate briefs; communicates with clients, opposing counsel, and adverse parties; maintains related documentation and files.

Drafts and reviews contracts and agreements; reviews contracts for compliance with internal policies and procedures, as well as local, state and federal laws; conducts research; analyzes terms and conditions to ensure County's interests are protected and safeguard against potential liability; gives legal advice regarding contract details; maintains related documentation and files.

Represents assigned departments in personnel matters; attends Merit System hearings and other proceedings; conducts research; interviews clients; represents County’s interests.

Represents County Tax Assessor in tax appeals; responds to the Notice of Appeal; prepares and responds to interrogatories, requests for admission and requests for production of documents; attends mediations, arbitrations and hearings; prepares for and attends trial; meets with client and expert witnesses; reviews and analyzes data submitted by client and taxpayer.

Develops and reviews legislation; reviews, drafts, and interprets laws, ordinances, regulations, and resolutions; reviews and interprets pending and new legislation; analyzes impact on County policies and services; provides advice and direction to County officials and departments regarding the same.

Conducts training regarding Open Records requirements or other legal issues; creates PowerPoint presentations and other training materials; conducts both formal and informal training to County departments as needed.

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures; maintains an awareness of new procedures, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; participates in training and continuing education activities; attends and conducts meetings, workshops and seminars as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate degree required; eight years of progressively responsible experience practicing law, including three years of management experience for a comparably sized organization; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license; and must possess and maintain licensure from the Georgia State Bar Association