The City of Boulder, Colorado is
seeking a new City Attorney to serve as the chief legal counsel for the City and serve as the primary
legal advisor to the City Council, Boards and Commissions, and all city
officials. This position provides an
outstanding opportunity to address the most complex legal challenges, work
closely with elected officials to carry out Council priorities, partner with
city leadership, and lead a team of dedicated professionals in service to the
Boulder community.
The new City Attorney quickly
understands the values of Boulder and is comfortable working in a community
accustomed to high-quality municipal services and a tradition of community
involvement. With unquestioned integrity and
sound ethics rooted in justice, the City Attorney is dedicated to public
service for the benefit of the whole and works in the best interest of the City
at all times. The successful candidate maintains objectivity and supports sound
legal decisions while remaining solutions-oriented.
With an inclusive and approachable
style, the City Attorney develops positive relationships throughout the
city, establishing a high level of trust and actively collaborating with others
to achieve objectives. The successful candidate partners with legal staff to
develop creative options while still providing sound legal advice to complex
local government problems. The City Attorney has substantial local
government law experience and leverages that knowledge to anticipate issues and
proactively identify risk in order to develop strategies for legally
sound positions.
A minimum of ten years in the
practice of municipal law, ideally with a successful track record as a City or
County Attorney, Deputy Attorney, or experience in a private law firm advising
municipal governments with a full range of municipal services. Direct leadership experience managing
professional and paraprofessional legal personnel is essential. A
broad and diverse background with legal expertise in more than one area,
including civil rights, constitution, contracts, criminal justice, elections,
employment, environmental, land use, litigation, and legislative matters,
is ideal. Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local statutes,
regulations, rules, and ordinances applicable to city activities and functions,
including municipal liability, data security, public meetings, public records,
and public financing, is required. Home Rule City experience is valuable, with
direct experience in Colorado being beneficial but not required. The City
Attorney is required to reside within the City of Boulder.
The City Attorney
contract is at the discretion of the City Council, with a hiring range of $230,000
- $250,000 and will depend on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Relocation
assistance will be provided. The City of Boulder is a progressive organization
that values employee engagement and well-being. The City recognizes the
importance of providing an encompassing health and life benefits program to
employees, including hybrid work schedules. Additional information can be
viewed here.
Applications will be accepted electronically by The Novak Consulting
Group at https://bit.ly/3r6jrrs. Applicants complete a brief online form
and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. Please apply no later
than April 25, 2021.
