SENIOR ASSISTANT CITY SOLICITOR/ATTORNEY (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ATTORNEY)
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SENIOR ASSISTANT CITY SOLICITOR/ATTORNEY (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ATTORNEY)
Salary
$91,083.20 - $177,819.20 Annually
Location
Centennial II, Human Resources Department, 805 Central Avenue, Suite 200, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, OH
Job Type
Full-time Unclassified
Job Number
26-999167(U)
Department
Law
Opening Date
07/06/2026
Closing Date
7/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Benefits
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General Statement of Duties
The City of Cincinnati Law Department is seeking a transactional attorney to join the Economic Development section. Attorneys in the Economic Development section draft transactional documents and advise the City Administration and elected officials on community and economic development transactions, which range from affordable housing projects to multimillion-dollar mixed-use developments. Previous work has included projects such as the Banks development, TQL Stadium, and the Convention Center District, which involves the substantial renovation of the First Financial Center and the forthcoming convention center headquarters hotel project.
The ideal candidate will have a real estate and/or finance background, and experience in drafting business contracts and transactional documents. Excellent drafting, research, communication, and interpersonal skills required. Candidates should possess a minimum of two years relevant legal experience and be licensed in Ohio.
For inquiries, please contact Lisa Kunz, Chief of Staff, Law Department, Room 214, City Hall, 801 Plum Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, Lisa.Kunz@cincinnati-oh.gov
Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)
(Below is illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAS nor do the listed examples include all the KSAS that may be required.)
Knowledge of:
Modern and complex principles and practices of public law.
Basic methods of public administration.
Legal principles, practices and procedures of civil, constitutional, and administrative law.
Methods and techniques of legal research and transactional practice.
Organization, duties, powers, limitations, and authority of City government and the Solicitor's office.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations and their past applications.
Awarenessoftheorganization,duties,powers,authority,policies,andproceduresofboththe City Solicitor's office in general and the division to which the Assistant City Solicitor is assigned in particular.
Advanced legal writing skills.
Ethical standards as applied to the City Solicitor's Office.
Ability to:
Prepare clear, concise, and complex legal position papers and opinions.
Organize, interpret, and apply legal principles and knowledge of complex legal problems.
Conduct exhaustive research on complex legal problems and prepare sound legal opinions.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Research legal issues through various computer programs and applications.
Interact with elected officials, City administration, and the general public.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)
Specific:
Negotiating and drafting documents for real estate transactions:
Prepare, negotiate, review, and edit documents providing for the acquisition and disposition of real property interests, including sale agreements, deeds, covenants, easements, mortgages, and other instruments for real estate transactions.
Negotiating and drafting documents for community and economic development transactions:
Prepare, negotiate, review, and edit documents providing real property tax abatements and exemptions, loans, grants, job creation tax credits, and other incentives and subsidies for housing and development projects.
General:
Research legal questions and evaluate the impact on City policies and procedures; assist with various contract negotiations, preparations, and enforcement.
Provide various written legal opinions to City departments.
Coordinate office activities with those of other departments, outside agencies and organizations; provide staff assistance to the City Solicitor; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
Represent the Solicitor's Office at City Council, Council committees, stakeholder meetings, and related events.
Review legal publications to keep abreast of current legal issues and cases; attend seminars to keep abreast of new laws.
Prepare various legal memoranda and correspondence.
Participate on a variety of boards and commissions; attend and participate in professional groups and committees.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Required Education and Experience
Please attach your resume and letter of interest to your application.
Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited academic institution with a minimum of two years relevant legal experience.
Currently licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio.
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience managing outside counsel.
Experience working within or closely with a governmental organization or other complex organization.
Advanced understanding of corporate formation and structures.
Experience researching and drafting business contracts and transactional documents.
Experience in real estate transactions in the State of Ohio, and preferably in Hamilton County, Ohio.
Background in finance.
Working and Physical Conditions
Environmental Conditions:
Work in an in-person office setting plus occasional remote work; exposure to computer screens; need to work closely with others.
Physical Conditions:
Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.
The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.
The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.
Holidays
The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas
Health Insurance
The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.
Eligible dependents include:
Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")
Step-child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian
Basic Life Insurance
A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.
Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.
Flexible Benefits Plans
Healthcare Flex Spending Account
City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.
Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.
Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account
City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.
Healthy Lifestyles Program
City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.
Retirement Plan
The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.
Deferred Compensation
As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.
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Employer
City of Cincinnati
Address
805 Central Avenue Suite 200 Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202
Phone
513-352-2400
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cincinnati/default.cfm
