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Salary : $79,508 - $99,385 annually
Job Type : Full-time
Department : Legal
Location : Logan, Utah
FLSA Status : Exempt
Appointed Position : No
Job Number : 25-62
Closing Date : October 31, 2025
Description
Under general supervision of the City Attorney, provide legal counsel and services on matters of civil law to the various departments, boards and committees of the City.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
- Member in good standing with the Utah State Bar and current with Utah mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirements.
- At least three (3) years of municipal or comparable legal experience (preferred).
- Valid Utah Operator License.
Responsibilities
Provide legal services to the municipality, its elected and appointed officials, boards, committees and departments.Handle all legal matters for various City Departments, Boards and Committees.Evaluate, investigate and respond to claims filed against the City.Provide risk management advice.Conduct and manage litigation involving the City.Conduct legal research and prepare written opinions on municipal issues.Draft and review documents.Advise and train departments on legal matters.Review and advise on GRAMA and code enforcement related matters.Attend council, planning commission, board and committee meetings.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of civil law practice and procedures.Knowledge of State and Federal Constitutional Law.Knowledge of state and local codes enforced by Logan City and methods of prosecution thereof.Experience in trial practice.Experience in risk management.Knowledge of contract law.Knowledge of computer software used by the Legal Department.Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.Skill in conducting legal research and preparing clear written opinions.Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing in a clear, concise and accurate manner.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with corporate / government organization staff, other City staff, and the public.Essentials
Essential functions, as determined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the above tasks, knowledge, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions of this class. The approved class specifications are not intended to and do not infer or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person(s). This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position. Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Benefits
Benefits are available to Full-time employees.
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