The City of San Diego

Deputy City Attorney (Civil Litigation Division, General Litigation) – City Attorney’s - I2361 (UNC)

The City of San Diego  •  $118k - $288k/yr  •  San Diego, CA (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

Posting number: I2361

Department: 1211 - City Attorney

Division: 1400 - City Attorney's Office

Job classification: Generic Unclassified Class Spec

Posting type: Open

Categories: Attorney

Summary

The San Diego City Attorney's Office protects the people of San Diego by serving as chief legal counsel to the City of San Diego’s elected officials and operational departments; prosecuting and defending civil cases involving the City; and as the City’s prosecutor on behalf of the People of the State of California, by holding accountable those who commit crimes against the public health and safety and violate other local and state laws. Our municipal law firm employs over 190 lawyers and approximately 230 support staff, dedicated to providing legal services to the City of San Diego.

The Civil Litigation Division of the San Diego City Attorney's Office is seeking applications from

attorneys who are interested in a position as a Deputy City Attorney in the General Litigation Unit. This position reports directly to a Chief Deputy City Attorney and is responsible for a broad range of duties including prosecuting or defending civil lawsuits in which the City is a party.

NOTES:

The following wage increases are scheduled to take effect for Deputy City Attorneys:

  • A 3.5% general wage increase will be effective July 1, 2027.
  • A 2% general wage increase will be effective July 1, 2028.
  • A 2% general wage increase will be effective January 1, 2029.

To Apply:

To learn more about the position, please visit the San Diego City Attorney’s Office Career Page.

The City of San Diego

About The City of San Diego

The City of San Diego offers meaningful opportunities for professionals ready to make a lasting impact. As one of the largest municipal organizations in the country—with over 12,000 employees—we provide essential services that shape the lives of more than 1.4 million residents within the official boundaries of the City of San Diego, which include communities such as Downtown, City Heights, San Ysidro, La Jolla, Pacific Beach, and Rancho Bernardo. We provide competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a strong commitment to professional development.

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
San Diego, CA
Year Founded
1769
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