The Ideal Candidate is an experienced attorney, motivated to serve the public, with an understanding of the complexities and challenges of municipal government, a strong record of achievement, and high ethical standards.
Minimum requirements include:
Leadership & Commitment:
- Commitment to serve Arlington residents through effective, efficient, innovative, ethical, and transparent County policies and procedures.
- Proven track record as a strategic advisor to a board of directors, elected officials, or other governing body. A reputation for “getting to yes”, providing solution-oriented legal advice while identifying risks and navigating operational realities.
- Experience supervising, directing, and coordinating a legal department or team, including developing attorney and staff, selecting and managing outside counsel, and setting priorities.
- Success creating an inclusive and diverse work culture that attracts, develops, and retains top talent.
Experience:
- Significant senior level experience practicing local/municipal law or related field, including successfully developing sound strategies positions as a city/county Attorney or in a private law firm advising municipal governments with a full range of services.
- Extensive knowledge of current legal developments and federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, rules, and ordinances.
- Experience litigating complex cases or managing large, complex legal matters and providing legal recommendations.
- Excellent communication, research and analytical skills.
- A valid license to practice law in Virginia, or a U.S. state with an applicable reciprocity agreement.
- A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Special Requirements:
Please attach a resume and cover letter describing your interest in the County Attorney position and detailing your experience and accomplishments in the areas above.
Completion of the Commonwealth of Virginia Statement of Economic Interest form is required upon hire, and annually thereafter.
Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It will include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.
Additional Information:
This recruitment is open until the position is filled with a preferred filling date of August 8, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis. Applications submitted by this date will receive first consideration.
The salary range is negotiable. Starting salary will depend upon the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected.
Weekend and evening work is required.
Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are considered part of the selection process and are required for this position.
Each section of the application must be completed. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The official title for this position is County Attorney.
This position is eligible for County government employee benefits that include health, dental, vacation and sick leave, commuter transportation subsidies, tuition reimbursement, as well as a generous retirement plan.
For more information on Arlington County’s generous benefits and retirement plan, click here.
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