Assistant City Attorney UN

Position Summary

The City of Albuquerque Legal Department is hiring an Assistant City Attorney for the
Municipal Affairs Division—Aviation Department. The Legal Department’s team of attorneys
provides a broad range of general counsel legal services to the City. This specific position
will focus on representation of the City’s interests with respect to Aviation Department legal
issues and regulatory compliance. The position will be responsible for interaction with
Aviation Department administration, the Albuquerque Police Department, various other
City departments, boards, commissions, and agencies, and various state and federal agencies, including the Federal Aviation Administration and the Transportation Security Administration. Five (5)+ years’ experience as licensed attorney; experience with government agencies, government compliance, real estate, contracts, and policy writing. Aviation background is not essential, but any experience with aviation/airports will be considered.

This is an unclassified at-will position.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school recognized by the American Bar Association; and

Must be an active member of the State Bar of New Mexico in good standing, or be able to become licensed in New Mexico within 3 months of hire.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Resume and writing sample submitted with application.

Preferred Knowledge

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Preferred Skills & Abilities

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