Assistant City Attorney (20678334) Job at CalOpps, San Francisco, CA

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  • CalOpps
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Location

1017 Middlefield Road Redwood City, 94063

Description

The City Attorney’s Office seeks a collaborative public attorney with a proactive and service-oriented approach who is ready to put their expertise to use in a dynamic, fast-paced department. This position will work closely in partnership with the Community Development Department and the City Manager’s Economic Development Division, providing the selected individual opportunities to grow professionally through direct involvement in high-profile, multi-year projects that will have a positive, lasting impact on the community. Under the direction of the City Attorney, the Assistant City Attorney serves as a legal advisor, addresses complex legal issues, and works closely with assigned departments to advance projects while minimizing legal risk. They will be an exceptional problem-solver and critical thinker who can confidently analyze complex legal information and interpret grey areas. 

Please click on the links below to review the complete job brochure and apply for the position.

Job Announcement URL: 

https://www.tbcrecruiting.com/Recruitments/Details/1792

Job Description URL: 

https://www.redwoodcity.org/home/showpublisheddocument/274/636446294798400000

Job PDF: 

Ideal Candidate

Redwood City seeks a motivated legal professional with a proactive, collaborative style and the ability to build strong relationships. The ideal candidate will use their legal knowledge, communication skills, and practical approach to analyze complex information, convey thoughtful alternatives to stakeholders, and make sound recommendations to address legal issues. The selected candidate will enjoy collaborating with others and advising and guiding departments. The ideal candidate will be hard-working, with hands-on experience in public or municipal law, and will have a strong knowledge of the Brown Act, Public Records Act, and conflict-of-interest regulations. The Assistant City Attorney will partner with the Community Development Department and use their experience advising on land use, general plan amendments, specific plans, and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Preferred candidates will have familiarity with property development, development agreements, and ideally prior exposure to and understanding of litigation related to land use in partnership with litigators. The individual selected will have strong interpersonal skills and be highly ethical in order to garner the confidence and trust of others. The ideal candidate will have experience handling politically sensitive issues and the ability to present themselves and the City with professionalism. To succeed in Redwood City’s culture, the selected candidate will be inclusive and embrace working with staff with diverse backgrounds and levels of expertise. The selected candidate will also have strong organizational and time management skills, including comfort with technology and modern legal office practices that can enhance office efficiency and productivity. The ideal candidate’s professional history will reflect five years of progressively responsible legal experience as a practicing attorney in the state of California. Experience in a municipal government setting is desired, and land use experience is strongly preferred. Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor from an American Bar Association accredited law school or equivalent and be an active member in good standing with the State Bar of California. Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

Special Instructions

This recruitment will close at 11:59 pm on Sunday, December 7, 2025.

To be considered for this opportunity, upload a cover letter, resume, and a list of six professional references using the “Apply Now” feature at www.tbcrecruiting.com  

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone: 

(619)948-1786

Contact email: 

tina@tbcrecruiting.com

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office,

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