Assistant City Attorney - Civil Litigation (AMENDED)

Position Description

By the City Charter, the attorneys of the City Attorney's Office, as a team, serve as the attorneys and counselors at law to the Mayor, City Council, boards, committees, departments, and officers. The attorneys of the CAO are the exclusive representatives of the City and are authorized to provide legal advice and opinion to the City and its officers and staff. Under supervision provide the City of Minneapolis and its various officials, boards, agencies and departments with professional legal services relating to a wide range of civil litigation matters, including representing the city in all stages of civil and administrative litigation matters, providing legal advice, conducting legal research, and other legal work of the Civil Division of the City Attorney's Office.

ALL applicants MUST submit completed :

• City of Minneapolis online application

Resume and Cover Letter :

Individuals are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter in addition to the online application.

Writing Sample :

Individuals selected to be interviewed may be asked to submit a sample of legal writing as part of the interview process.

Work Location : This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

AMENDED October 7, 2025 to reflect extended closing date of October 15, 2025.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Represent the City in All Stages of Civil Litigation Matters :

Working Conditions : Regular indoor office and courtroom environment.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Education : Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school

Minimum Experience : Two or more years of relevant legal experience which may include both legal on the job experience before bar admission and experience as a practicing attorney

Licenses / Certifications : Currently licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps : a rating of relevant education and experience 100%. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score 70% on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check

The City has determined that a full, criminal background check (CJIS) and / or qualifications check may be necessary for this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and / or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the AFSCME Attorneys (CAT). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit : AFSCME Attorneys - City of Minneapolis

Eligible List Statement

The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.

Interview Selection

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The following are desired :

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.