Assistant City Attorney II
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Assistant City Attorney II
Salary
$98,162.74 - $110,196.06 Annually
Location
900 Bagby-City Hall Annex
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
36928
Department
Legal
Opening Date
08/08/2025
Closing Date
8/15/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
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POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Section: Neighborhood Services
Location: 900 Bagby, Houston, TX
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMSubject to Change
LEGAL DEPARTMENT
The Office of the City Attorney for the City of Houston (the "OCA") provides municipal legal services to the City, its elected and appointed officials, and its employees while adhering to the following guiding principles:
Quality & Service - Achieving high customer satisfaction as judged by our clients .
Partnership & Teamwork - Working cooperatively internally and with our clients to achieve the City's goals .
Integrity & Candor - Placing honesty and ethical behavior first.
Dignity & Diversity - Promoting each person's value .
Innovation & Imagination - Seeking novel and creative approaches to achieving the City's objectives .
Composed of approximately 100 of Houston's finest attorneys working in 10 legal practice sections, the OCA handles personal injury, commercial and civil rights litigation, major commercial and real estate transactions, and a diverse array of human resources, labor and employment matters, while also counseling the municipal corporation on economic development, constitutional, elections, ethics, and quality of life matters, and preparing City ordinances governing Houston and its citizens.
Every member of the OCA must be committed to "Service Through Law."
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The City of Houston seeks applicants for an Assistant City Attorney II position in the Neighborhood Services section of the OCA. The position focuses on legal work related to crime-based nuisance abatement. The position also may involve prosecution of code-based real property nuisances or other matters handled in the section.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Handles all aspects of litigation in state court.
Attends depositions, appears in court and assists senior attorneys in trials.
Represents client departments in administrative proceedings with no supervision.
Works in specialized areas with research and related activities.
Drafts and responds to pleadings, motions, and discovery.
Performs complex legal research.
Communicates effectively with elected officials and members of the public.
Provides client departments with advanced legal advice including advice to senior and executive management on complex issues that may have a political or financial impact.
Attends public safety and civic association meetings after work hours.
Independently analyzes and reviews legislation related to the Section's disciplines.
Reviews, drafts, and revises ordinances, policies and procedures for client departments.
Collaborates with executive management of client departments on various initiatives.
Coordinates with state agencies.
Assists with special projects such as researching issues and drafting opinions.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL:
Requires a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association accredited college of law. Requires basic computer skills and working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
LICENSE:
Member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of four years of experience practicing law and must be an active member in good standing of the Texas State Bar and eligible for admission to Federal court. License to practice law in Texas must be kept current as a condition of employment.
PREFERENCES
Preference will be given to applicants with:
At least four years of experience in state court litigation.
Excellent oral advocacy skills.
Professional writing skills.
Exceptional analytical skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Experience working with state or local governmental entities.
Must be willing to work extended hours as needed to accommodate case load demands and attend civic association meetings.
General understanding of state and local rules related to discovery and litigation.
Proficiency with the Office 365 suite of programs, including Word, Outlook, Excel, TEAMS, OneDrive Business, as well as electronic legal research tools such as Westlaw Edge, Practical Law, and Drafting Assistant.
Above average academic and professional achievement.
Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:
All applicants will be expected to provide a writing sample and transcripts. All applicants must upload a current resume in addition to completing the application.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION:
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in the appropriate classification.
Pay Grade: 27
Salary Range: Salary will be determined depending on qualifications.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832) 393-6214.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-6214.
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627
EOE - Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Wellness
Supplemental Insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Retirement pension
457 deferred compensation plan
Employee Assistance Program
10 days of vacation each year
11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
Compensable Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Flexible schedules
Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
Professional development opportunities
Transportation/parking plan
Section 125 pretax deductions
Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
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Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes
No
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Do you possess a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association accredited college of law?
Yes
No
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Are you a member of or eligible to become a member of the State Bar of Texas?
Yes
No
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How many years of experience do you have practicing law?
I have no experience.
I have 1 year but less than 2 years of experience.
I have 2 years but less than 4 years of experience.
I have 4 years or more of experience.
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Do you have at least four years of experience in state court litigation?
Yes
No
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Please describe your legal experience as it relates to this position. ("See resume" is not acceptable. If this does not apply, please @type "n/a")
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With respect to academic performance in law school please indicate your placement within your class.
Top 25% (1st Quarter)
26 - 50% (2nd Quarter)
51 - 75% (3rd Quarter)
Bottom 25% (4th Quarter)
I don't know
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Have you ever been disciplined by a State Bar Association?
Yes
No
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Has your right to practice law ever been limited?
Yes
No
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Have you submitted a current resume in addition to completing the application?
Yes
No
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