Career Center

Deputy County Counsel II & III

$9,557 - $13,361/Monthly*

Join a team of attorneys and staff committed to improving our communities and the quality of life in Sonoma County. Grow your legal career in public service as a Deputy County Counsel!

Starting salary up to $76.82/hour ($160,332/year) plus a cash allowance of approximately $600/month.* County Counsel is currently recruiting to fill a Deputy County Counsel position at either the II or III level, depending upon qualifications. If you are interested in applying at multiple levels of this opportunity, you must submit separate applications to each recruitment.

Currently, County Counsel is recruiting for a skilled attorney, with experience in the practice areas of Infrastructure and Public Resources, Land Use, Litigation, and Natural Resources. However, this position will be exposed to a variety of County Counsel's practice groups. Our team members are creative problem-solvers who work effectively both together, and independently, to prepare and present civil cases before various administrative bodies and the state and federal courts.

As a career-oriented attorney and the ideal candidate to join the County Counsel team, you bring your excellent research and writing skills, ability to think strategically and creatively; and desire to assume responsibility and work cooperatively on complex, fast-moving projects. Additionally, you are committed to upholding ethical standards and identifying and eliminating bias.

*Salary is negotiable within the established range and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. This recruitment is open continuously and may close at any time without notice. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Apply Now

Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, one year of legal experience practicing civil or governmental law as a licensed attorney.

Professional License: Current active membership in the State Bar of California. 

License: Possession of a valid driver’s license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.

About County of Sonoma

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