City Attorney--City of Neenah, WI

City AttorneyCity of Neenah, WIThe City of Neenah is seeking a full time City Attorney. The City of Neenah provides amazing job opportunities with a collaborative work environment where you are able to contribute to your community. The purpose of this position is to provide legal services for City employment matters, litigation, contracts, legislation, claims, and oversee prosecution of municipal violations, and advise City officials and employees acting on behalf of the City. The City Attorney also supervises the operations of the City Clerk’s office. The City Attorney is appointed by the Common Council to an indefinite term. The work is performed under the direction and supervision of the Mayor and Common Council.Responsibilities:Negotiates labor contracts with City represented employees Advises Mayor, alderpersons, City officials; department heads; duly constituted board, committees and commissions; and employees acting on behalf of the City.Supervises the operations of the City

Clerk’s office.Drafts legal opinions, City ordinances, resolutions, contracts and agreementsActs as parliamentarian at Common Council meetings. Attends and participates in a wide variety of Common Council, board, commission and committee meetings as needed and requested.Locate the Job Description for further detail at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/neenahwi/classspecs Required Qualifications:Juris doctor degree from an accredited law school.Five years legal experience with three in municipal law including labor relations.A membership for the Wisconsin Bar Association.Permanent Notary Commission status within 6 months of hire.A valid Driver's License.Compensation and Benefits:The anticipated starting salary for this position is $91,429 to $110,835. Salaries above the midpoint of $110,835 require Council approval.Affordable health and dental insurance with access to a free employee health and wellness clinic.Automatic enrollment in the state's Wisconsin Retirement System as well as options to participate in HRA or flexible spending accounts.Schedule: This is a full-time position with occasional evening meetings and early start times. Regular attendance is required.How to Apply:To be considered for this position, please apply via our online application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/neenahwi/.Applications must include both a cover letter and resume to be considered. Position will remain open until filled, so candidates are encouraged to submit their application materials as soon as possible.The City of Neenah is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The City of Neenah is committed to providing everyone with fair and equal treatment. If you share this same desire, are seeking a meaningful career in public service, and want the opportunity to make a difference in your community, we invite you to consider a career with us. We are committed to the principles of equity and inclusion and actively seek and encourage applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas.