Description
Assistant County Counsel-26221702U
The County of San Diego is seeking an experienced, strategic, and highly responsive Assistant County Counsel to provide legal leadership on complex matters impacting our diverse and dynamic community.
This executive management position serves as a principal assistant to the County Counsel in providing legal services to the Board of Supervisors, County officers, departments, courts, and special districts; to assist in handling special complex and high-profile projects and assignments. This position reports directly to the County Counsel.
- Supports the County Counsel on special high-profile complex projects and assignments
- Delivers prompt, well-reasoned legal analysis on matters ranging from daily operations to emerging legal and legislative issues
- Supports the preparation of complex trials and appeals in significant cases in Federal and State courts; reviews and approves contracts, legal opinions, and other legal documents
- Serves as a trusted legal advisor to the Board of Supervisors, Chief Administrative Office, Elected Officials, department directors, and representatives from other governmental agencies
- Establishes and tracks key operational metrics and workflows to evaluate office efficiency and design and implement targeted solutions and initiatives
- Manages and mentors legal staff, cultivating a high-performing and responsive legal team
Click here to view a detailed announcement including the duties and requirements of this position.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess a professional history that demonstrates the following:
- At least seven years experience practicing law
- At least three years experience in a supervisory position at a public law office or a private law firm representing public entity clients is highly desirable
- Experience litigating and evaluating cases; and identifying, analyzing and mitigating risks Experience advising elected officials and top-level managers in a local government setting
- Experience preparing, reviewing and managing budgets and other financial reports
- Experience preparing reports and presentations for elected officials and top-level managers of a local government
- Exhibits the highest ethical standards, has a great enthusiasm for the law and enjoys training and mentoring others
The Department
The Office of County Counsel is a full-service law office, tasked with handling the County's civil law needs, including proactive participation in all phases of governmental decision-making and a very active and successful trial litigation program. The Office of County Counsel is responsible for representing County departments and a staff of over 19,000 employees. The Office provides advisory and litigation support to the Board of Supervisors, County departments, County officers, boards, and commissions. The Office also represents the County in juvenile dependency matters and administers public liability claims
Application Process And Recruitment Schedule
1. Complete the online application at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sdcounty/jobs/5260393/assistant-county-counsel-26221702u?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
2. Attach your résumé and cover letter.
3. Attach a copy of your college degree, final transcripts or foreign studies equivalency certificate (if education was obtained outside of the U.S.)
Key Dates:
Resume Review: Week of March 23rd
Interviews: Week of March 30th
Expected Start Date: May 2026
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California AND Five (5) years of experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification. Experience must include four (4) years of management level experience and at least one (1) year of supervision.
