DEPUTY COUNTY ATTORNEY
Fort Edward, NYJob$105K/yrSeen 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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Washington County is seeking a Deputy County Attorney to address legal matters affecting county operations and represent the county in court. The position works under the direction of the County Attorney and exercises general supervision over the county attorney’s office. Applicants should have several years of progressively responsible legal practice experience, preferably in civil law, and must be eligible for New York State law licensure.
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DEPUTY COUNTY ATTORNEY
Washington County is currently seeking to fill the position of
- Deputy County Attorney* . The work of this class is of a highly professional level calling for the exercise of independent judgment. Under the direction of the County Attorney, this position is responsible for answering many legal problems affecting the
operation of county business and organization, as well as representing the county in the courts. General supervision is exercised over the activities of the county attorney's office.
_ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Several years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of the law, preferably civil law; graduation from a recognized accredited law school; or any equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to indicate ability to do
the work, some of which should be in a supervisory capacity. Must have obtained license to practice law prior to appointment.
_SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS:
Eligibility for a license to practice law in the State of New York.
_Residency Requirement: Washington County residency is required. Candidate must be a Washington County resident or will be required to obtain residency within 90 days of date of employment.
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_Starting Annual Salary: $104,727 plus NYS Retirement and excellent benefits.
Qualified applicants should submit application/resume and cover letter to:
Washington County
County Attorney’s Office
383 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828
Email: [email protected]
Applications/resumes will be accepted until filled.
Washington County is an equal opportunity employer.
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- This posting$105K/yr
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