The Town of Mooresville is seeking a Staff Attorney. Responsibilities for this position include: Assisting the legal department in areas as assigned. Work involves performing legal research, interpretation, analysis and application of statutes, case law, regulations, policies, and ordinances to provide legal advice to Town employees to ensure all actions are performed in compliance with state and federal laws. Work will include representing the Town in state and federal courts on legal matters including, but not limited to, requests for law enforcement agency recordings, subpoena requests, nuisance abatement actions, personnel matters, enforcement of Town ordinances, appeals of zoning decisions, collections matters, and other general civil litigation matters. Work will include drafting and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, policies, contracts, and other legal documents on behalf of the Town. Work requires an employee in this class to exercise considerable judgment and confidentiality. Work is performed under the direction and regular supervision of the Town Attorney. Thorough knowledge of local government law, zoning and land use law, employment law, criminal law and procedure, constitutional law, tort law, contract law, public records law, and open meetings laws; thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and court decisions affecting municipalities.

Minimum Qualifications: Must have a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and a minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a practicing attorney. Must be currently licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina and be in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar.

Special Requirements: Licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina and in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar. Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.

For further details and to apply for this opportunity, please go to: moorevillenc.gov/jobs

This position will be open until 1/11/2023.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,171.00 - $117,564.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Experience:

• practicing attorney: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• license to practice law in North Carolina? (Required)

Work Location: One location

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