Deputy City Attorney - Extended Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/newprint/4758919) Apply  Deputy City Attorney - Extended Salary $129,771.20 - $183,081.60 Annually Location 1221 SW 4th Ave, OR Job Type At Will Job Number 2024-01237 Bureau Office of the City Attorney Opening Date 12/16/2024 Closing Date 1/6/2025 11:59 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available. Work Location: 1221 SW 4TH AVE, PORTLAND OR 97204 Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position. Union Representation: Non-represented, no union affiliation To view labor agreements, current and future, please visit the Current City Labor Agreements (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements) page. Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position may be eligible for Language Pay Differential (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/class-comp/language-pay-differential-overview) for qualifying employees. Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to attach a resume, cover letter, and equity statement. The Portland City Attorney’s Office seeks a Deputy City Attorney with a minimum of four years of experience as a licensed attorney to defend the City in tort matters in state and federal courts. The Attorney will be responsible for all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs, conducting all aspects of discovery, court appearances, settlement negotiations, and trial work. The position requires excellent written and oral advocacy communication skills, proficiency in time management, the ability to manage a challenging caseload, and the flexibility to work both independently and as a team member. State and/or Federal Court civil litigation experience required. Prior public entity experience, including police liability, wrongful death, and constitutional claims litigation a plus. Questions : Terrol Johnson Senior Recruiter terrol.johnson@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify Applicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and résumé how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications: + Minimum four years experience as an attorney; + State and/or Federal Court litigation experience; + Excellent communication skills; + Excellent writing ability; + Proficiency in time and case management. Additional requirements: + A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school + Oregon State Bar Membership, in good standing, or membership in good standing in the Bar of another jurisdiction, with the ability to obtain Oregon State Bar Membership. In addition to the cover letter and resume, in approximately 500 words or less please describe: 1) your experiences or participation with one or more of the following, and 2) what you learned: • Experiences living, working, and/or interacting with individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities; • Situations in which you have taken action to help resolve racial inequities; • Steps you have taken to make workplaces and/or public spaces more inclusive; or • Advocacy or support as a member of a historically underrepresented group in government decision-making. If your experiences are different from those listed and you have a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please explain how you would demonstrate that commitment in this position. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between Dec ember 16 , 2024 – January 06, 2025 Required Application Materials: + Cover letter. + Details are key! The city uses a merit-based system, so your cover letter should be thorough and specifically address each qualification listed in the "To Qualify" section of the job announcement. Your cover letter can exceed one page, to ensure you are able to provide detailed information for every qualification. Follow the instructions, as a subject matter expert will be evaluating your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements. + Resume + Equity Statement + Answer to three (3) Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) + Optional Application Materials: + If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment. + Application Tips: + Your cover letter can exceed one page, to ensure you are able to provide detailed information for every qualification. A subject matter expert will be evaluating your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements. + Your résumé should support the details described in your cover letter. + How We Determine Pay: The City of Portland is covered by the Oregon Equal Pay Act (https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx) . Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience. + E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. + Do not attach any additional documents. + Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. + You can use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please make sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting. We encourage the use of AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills. + All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. BOLI: Equal pay For Workers: State of Oregon Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of January 06 , 2025 + An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume, cover letter, and equity statement weighted 100%. + Your resume, cover letter, and equity statement will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. + You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 (https://www.portland.gov/policies/human-resources-administrative-rules/employment/hrar-301-recruitment-processes) for complete information. + Additional evaluation may be required prior to the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of January 13 , 2025 + Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD + The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. + Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD Step 6: Start Date: TBD + A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change* Additional Information Click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy) for additional information regarding the following: + Click here (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/career-center/recruitment-policy) for additional information regarding the following: + City of Portland Core Values + Recruitment Process - Work Status + Equal Employment Opportunity + Veteran Preference + ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations Did you know? The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos (https://tinyurl.com/pdxh2a) and offers How to Apply Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to + Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) + Carrot Fertility + Wellness Benefits + Life Insurance + Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. + Employee Assistance Plan + Flexible Spending Accounts + Retirement + Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer + Family Medical Leave + City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers (https://www.portland.gov/bhr/benefit-offerings/benefits-quickstart-guide/benefit-plan-summaries-highlight-guides) . 01 Thank you for your interest in the City of Portland. We value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible. Your Cover Letter and Resume are an important step to assist us in the review for minimum qualifications for the posted vacancy. In your Cover Letter, write specific and unique responses to address each of the minimum qualification listed in the "To Qualify" section. The information you provide must correctly reflect your work history/resume. A lack of information in your application materials to each of the minimum qualifications may result in elimination from the recruitment. Note: Request for veterans' preference, please add a copy of your DD214 and/or Veteran's Benefit letter. All documents must be uploaded by the closing date and time of this announcement. Have you read and understood all the information listed above? + No - If you have a questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement. + Yes 02 Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one) 03 The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate: (Answer will not disqualify you from the process) + My application was submitted with the understanding that the City of Portland would keep the information confidential and would only disclose the information if ordered to do so. I would not have submitted this application without the promise of confidentiality. + You may release my application; I am waiving confidentiality. 04 In addition to your cover letter and resume, did you attach the document requested in the minimum qualifications section? + Yes + No Required Question Agency City of Portland Address 1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987 Portland, Oregon, 97204 Website http://www.portlandoregon.gov/jobs Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email