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Applications submitted on or after this date will be reviewed as needed.\nThe County is seeking an Assistant County Counsel I to support a wide range of legal work for County departments and programs. The position handles legal research, prepares cases and documents, and assists with interpreting and applying laws and ordinances. Work is supervised by the County Counsel and Deputy County Counsel, with responsibilities expanding as the employee gains experience and familiarity with County practices.\nThe role includes advising department heads, managers, and staff on legal questions, preparing written opinions, drafting settlement agreements, and researching statutes, regulations, and case law. The position also helps prepare cases for trial in state and federal court, works on ordinance enforcement and civil commitment matters, and assists in defending the County and its employees in civil actions. Attendance at board and commission meetings, hearings, and trials is part of the work and requires providing clear legal guidance in real time.\nDuties include:\nProviding legal advice to County leadership, preparing written legal opinions, and drafting settlement agreements.\nResearching and interpreting statutes, regulations, court decisions, and other legal authorities and applying findings to cases, briefs, and legal analyses.\nPreparing cases for trial, assisting with enforcement and civil commitment matters, and helping defend the County and its employees in litigation.\nParticipating in meetings, hearings, and trials and offering legal guidance to boards, commissions, and other County partners.\nPerforming other related duties as needed.\nIdeal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):\nUnderstanding of legal principles, practices, procedures, and terminology.\nKnowledge of civil and local government law.\nFamiliarity with Oregon Revised Statutes, Rules of Civil Procedure, and related legal frameworks.\nUnderstanding of trial and hearing procedures and rules of evidence.\nSkill in legal research and in working with statutes, case law, and other legal materials.\nUnderstanding of appellate processes.\nAbility to analyze legal issues and apply relevant laws, facts, and precedents.\nAbility to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively in writing and in person.\nAbility to gather, assess, and interpret information using established research methods.\nAbility to build and maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds.\nTo review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: Assistant County Counsel I Job Classification\nMinimum Qualifications\nEducation and Experience:\nBachelor's degree (BS or BA) AND Juris Doctor (JD) graduate from an accredited college or university AND three (3) years of professional-level legal experience.\nAdditional Requirements\nMembership in the Oregon State Bar Association within 30 days of hire\nMust pass a background investigation.\nAbout the Department/Division:\nThe Office of County Counsel provides legal advice and representation to Washington County. The office supports the Board of County Commissioners, the Sheriff, all County departments, and County employees. It also represents the Washington County Housing Authority, the Fair Board, the Enhanced Sheriff’s Patrol District, the Urban Road Maintenance District, the Service District for Lighting, and Cooperative Library Services.\nCounty Counsel represents these groups in civil litigation, judicial appeals, administrative proceedings, including matters before the Land Use Board of Appeals, and in enforcement actions. The office also handles general legal services such as resolving legal and contractual issues, drafting local ordinances, and reviewing state and federal legislation to understand how it may affect County operations, programs, and services.\nSelection Process:\nYou can review our standard selection process here.\nOur commitment to you:\nWashington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.\nVeterans' Preference:\nIf you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.\nAccommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:\nReasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or email:  at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.\nStatus of Your Application:\nYou will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.\nNotice: Washington County is currently undergoing a comprehensive classification and compensation study. The purpose of this project is to create new job descriptions and create new classification and compensation systems. Outcomes of the project will include changes to classification titles, which could impact compensation structures. No one will have their pay rate lowered because of this project. 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