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Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.

We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!

Annual Salary $53,372 - $129,854

Closing Date: May 1, 2024

Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging opportunity to make a difference in the community? The Milwaukee County Corporation Counsel is now hiring for an Assistant Corporation Counsel to join a team of dedicated professionals serving the people of Milwaukee County.

The Office of the Corporation Counsel (OCC) serves as the chief legal counsel to all Milwaukee County departments, offices, boards, commissions and elected officials concerning a wide range of civil legal issues that impact the County and the public.

Job Summary: Under the supervision of Chief Corporation Counsel and Deputy Corporation Counsel, Assistant Corporation Counsel is responsible for providing accurate, high-quality, and practical legal advice in, among other legal areas: labor and employment; real estate; contracting; land use; information management; County and board governance; risk management; public records (open records requests) and open meetings. Assistant Corporation Counsel represents the County in litigation and other proceedings in state and federal court and before administrative agencies.

The OCC currently utilizes a hybrid work model in which employees are required to work in-person at the OCC office at least three days per week and may work remotely up to two days per week. This hybrid model is only available after an employee successfully completes probation and at management's discretion. This hybrid model is subject to change at any time at the discretion of the Corporation Counsel, it is suggested that the option for remote work not be assumed in making your employment decision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Effectively carry out all tasks in the relevant litigation/dispute processes in state and federal court, before administrative agencies including the EEOC and ERD, and labor arbitration. Handle all aspects of Chapters 51, 54, and 55 proceedings including appeals. Involves legal research, drafting, motion practice, depositions, hearings, mediation and trials.
• Conduct internal due diligence, investigation, and legal research. Provide accurate, practical and timely legal advice on a variety of issues including county and board governance, public record matters, risk management and others arising under municipal, state and federal law. Prepare written advisory opinions.
• Contribute to the OCC's internal process and procedure improvements. Work to support OCC's culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and of ownership, accountability, and responsibility. Contribute to the County's efforts to fulfill its mission of becoming the healthiest county in Wisconsin by achieving racial equity.
• Dedication and passion for public service.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a current resident of the State of Wisconsin.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and a member in good standing of the State Bar of Wisconsin.
• At least one (1) year of civil litigation experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel and the ability to use related software.

Preferred Knowledge and/or Experience:

Experience in a municipal or government setting and previous experience prosecuting and defending civil litigation and administrative actions. Specialized knowledge of Wisconsin Statutes Chapters 51,54, and 55 is desired, but not mandatory.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Self-starter with willingness and ability to take ownership of assigned work both individually and on teams.
• Ability to build strong working relationships internally and externally, to collaborate, and to foster cooperation and identify alignments among clients and stakeholders.
• Mindset to carry out assigned work with a high degree of professionalism, civility, and ethics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare and present on legal topics to internal and external groups.
• Knowledge of federal and Wisconsin state civil procedure and Wisconsin State Statutes.
• Ability to regularly conduct legal research using a variety of relevant sources including Westlaw.
• Provide practical and accurate advice concerning a variety of sometimes novel and complex legal questions.

NOTE: This original application is open to permanent residents of the state of Wisconsin at the time of application. In accordance with Section 11, Rule 3 of the Civil Service Rules a non-competitive examination will be held for this position. The non-competitive examination will consist of criteria deemed appropriate by the Director of Human Resources.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

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Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.

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