Chief Civil Attorney, Belgrade

Description

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled, 1st review deadline 6/15/26

The Chief Civil Attorney provides legal counsel, representation, and strategic guidance to the City of Belgrade on a broad range of civil legal matters. This position serves as the lead attorney for civil legal services and advises City leadership, departments, boards, and staff on municipal law, contracts, land use, employment matters, public records, regulatory compliance, risk management, and other local government issues.

The Chief Civil Attorney works under the general supervision of the City Attorney while exercising substantial independent judgment, initiative, and legal discretion. The position may supervise or coordinate the work of other attorneys, outside counsel, or legal support staff related to civil matters. Work is performed in office, meeting, and courtroom settings and requires maintaining effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, employees, consultants, attorneys, and the public.

Requirements

Minimum Required Qualifications (Education, Experience and Training): Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school; and License to practice law in the State of Montana and membership in good standing with the Montana Bar Association required at the time of hire; and Minimum of three (3) years' experience practicing law, preferably in the public sector; orAny equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work may be considered. Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in municipal law and criminal prosecution. Prior leadership and/or supervisory experience in a legal environment. Special Requirements/Licenses or Certificates:

Must possess a valid driver's license and have the ability to obtain a Montana driver's license within 6 months of employment. Offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check, reference checks, required educational and professional membership verification, and driving record check