Deputy Attorney II/III Job Los Angeles area,California USA,Law/Legal

Position: Deputy City Attorney II/III

Overview

The Water & Power Division acts as counsel to the Department of Water & Power (DWP), its officers, employees, and the Board of Water & Power Commissioners.

The attorney’s primary duties will include advising and representing DWP on labor and employment law matters, including:
1) representing DWP in all phases of labor and employment litigation, including trials in state and federal court;
2) providing advice on state and federal labor and employment law matters, including statutes and regulations governing employee relations, discrimination, civil rights and related matters;
3) representing DWP in administrative matters and hearings; and
4) other related duties, as assigned.

Must be licensed to practice law in all of the courts in the State of California.

Desired Qualifications

Significant experience in handling labor and employment law matters, including all aspects of civil litigation, including but not limited to conducting discovery, handling discovery disputes, preparing and arguing dispositive motions, and preparing pre-trial motions and documents;

At least five years of experience practicing labor and employment law;

Strong analytical and reasoning abilities;

Outstanding research and writing skills;

Demonstrated high level verbal, communication, and advocacy skills;

Ability to work as a team with other members of the practice group;

Ability to work effectively and professionally with public officials, department personnel, and members of the public; and

Ability to work independently.

Requirements for Application

Cover Letter
Resume
Writing Sample personally authored in the last two years.

Telework

This position may qualify for up to 3 days of telework per week.

Current Location

The DWP Division is located at 221 N. Figueroa St., Suite 1000, Los Angeles, CA. Position is subject to assignment at any location within the City of Los Angeles.

Probation

Appointment to this exempt position (non Civil-Service) will be subject to a two (2) year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. Successful completion of the two (2) year probationary period will result in tenure with the office.

Classification

Internal applicants:
Placement in this position will be as a lateral transfer with the selected candidate assuming the position in their current classification.

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