Monument
Job DescriptionSalary: $180,000- $214,000/ year Town of Monument: The Town of Monument aspires to provide leadership that delivers municipal services responsibly, while working to inspire public confidence to achieve the vision of the future.The Town of Monument is focused on meeting the communitys needs with the utmost integrity, obligation of service, and responsibility by being held accountable and respecting the diversity and values of its constituents. Position Summary: The Town Attorney provides assistance to Town staff on complex legal issues, primarily focusing on application of the Towns Municipal Code, contract drafting and review, land use and development matters. The Town Attorney is also responsible for providing legal advice and representation to the Towns elected officials and assisting Department Heads and other Town Staff on various legal issues. The ideal candidate should enjoy challenging legal work, collaboration, and problem-solving. Benefits: • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA), • Long Term Disability Insurance, • Life and AD&D, • Voluntary Accident Coverage, Hospitalization Coverage, • Voluntary Critical Illness Coverage, • Legal Shield/ID Shield benefit, • FMLA/Bereavement/Jury Duty Leave, • ADAA & PDA, • Compulsory enrollment in 401(a), employer 2:1 contribution, • Voluntary enrollment in 457(b), employer 2:1 contribution, • Vacation and Sick leave, • 14 observed holidays, 1 additional personal day, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required. The organization retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of the job at any time. Legal Counsel & Representation • Provide legal advice and formal opinions to Town Council, department heads, boards, commissions, and staff on a wide range of municipal matters including land use, zoning, civil code enforcement, labor relations, and legislative interpretation., • Represent the Town in civil and criminal litigation, administrative proceedings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement discussions., • Advise and represent the Town in real estate transactions and disputes, including drafting and negotiating property-related documents., • Advise Town Council on the Open Meetings Law, public hearings, resolutions and executive sessions., • Draft, review, and approve legal documents including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, leases, deeds, intergovernmental agreements, and policies to ensure legal sufficiency and compliance with applicable laws., • Advise on the interpretation and application of the Towns land use code, zoning regulations, and permitting processes., • Experience drafting, negotiating, and enforcing development agreements, annexation agreements, subdivision improvement agreements, infrastructure agreements, and vested property rights agreements., • Strong background advising staff and boards on procedural fairness, evidentiary standards, findings of fact, and decision-making criteria in quasi-judicial hearings., • Demonstrated ability to advise on and mitigate legal risk related to takings claims, exactions, impact fees, growth management, vested rights, and constitutional due process., • Assist in the development and revision of long-range plans, regulatory codes, and development guides., • Works with the Towns insurance carrier to review insurance risks and claims, provide recommendations to Town staff to enhance risk management, and monitor claims handled by insurers and their appointed adjusters and/or attorneys., • Manage and oversee contracts with outside legal counsel and administrative law judges, ensuring alignment with Town interests and tracking billable hours for contracted entities., • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, employees, attorneys, community representatives, and the public., • Communicate legal matters to the public, press, and other governmental entities as needed., • Attend Town Council meetings, and other public or volunteer board meetings as required., • Participate in workshops, seminars, and training to stay current on legal developments., • Perform legal research and prepare oral and written opinions on complex legal issues., • Act as an agent in negotiations, mediations, and specified legal or business transactions when authorized., • Carry out other duties as assigned by the Town Council or Town Manager. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: The essential duties listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. The below list is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all knowledge, skills, and abilities that are required. Knowledge • Thorough understanding of federal, state, and local laws, as well as Town rules, regulations, policies, and procedures., • In-depth knowledge of land use codes, real estate law, zoning regulations, and land use planning principles and processes., • Broad knowledge of public administration principles, policies, and practices., • Comprehensive understanding of field-specific knowledge, municipal operations, • Familiarity with Home Rule Charter processes, policies and procedures., • Proficiency with technology resources to automate tasks, maintain confidentiality, streamline operations, and manage physical and digital records., • Proficient with Microsoft 365 application suites., • Strong skills in statutory interpretation, legal research, and analysis., • Excellent writing skills, particularly related to drafting contracts, legal memos and opinions and other Town Council or staff directed legal writing projects., • Leadership and team management skills that inspire and motivate staff., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Strong professional customer service skills; interact with others in a friendly, positive manner and with professional courtesy., • Ability to apply acquired skills in dealing with stressed or upset individuals; techniques to calm others and maintain composure during sensitive situations., • Proficiency in operating computers and software programs; typing using a keyboard., • Public speaking skills for engaging with community members and the Council., • Proficiency in managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and coordinating with various stakeholders., • Work effectively with team members and other departments., • High comprehensive analytical and problem-solving skills., • Skilled in problem-solving and decision-making, troubleshooting issues, and evaluating solutions., • Ability to establish trust, credibility, and exercise discretion, ethics, and integrity., • Confidence and persuasion in presenting legal arguments and advocating Town interests., • Ability to manage a small department to ensure efficient and effective operations., • Ability to identify legal issues, analyze potential solutions, and implement practical strategies to resolve complex legal challenges., • Exercise sound and professional judgment in accordance with Town policies, procedures, and ethical principles, including discretion and confidentiality, as well as moral, economic, social, and political factors., • Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage a high caseload with great attention to detail., • Ability to work individually and collaboratively in a team setting., • Ability to operate a motor vehicle for local and regional travel., • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve specific outcomes., • Adaptability to changing priorities, fast-paced environments., • Apply critical thinking to solve complex problems and make informed decisions., • Conducting thorough research to gather relevant information and insights., • Capability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion., • Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screening. Qualifications: Education/Experience: • Juris doctor degree from an accredited law school., • Colorado State bar license in good standing with no disciplinary actions or sanctions., • Admission to practice before all Colorado State courts and the United States District Court of the District of Colorado., • Minimum of seven (7) years of legal experience as an attorney in private practice or in the public sector., • Five (5) years of experience in land use, subdivision and zoning, real estate law, and contracts., • Three (3) years of experience supervising others and managing department operations., • Two (2) years minimum experience in municipal law., • Prior experience as a local government attorney is highly desired., • No substitution of experience for education is permitted. Licenses/Certifications: • Valid Colorado bar license in good standing., • Valid Colorado motor vehicle drivers license with an acceptable motor vehicle record., • Licenses and certifications must be kept current and in compliance with continuing education requirements as a condition of employment. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, and walk, use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, and occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. Occasionally carry, pull, push, or lift up to 20 pounds. Physically able to operate various computers and office equipment successfully to fulfill this position's essential functions. Able to consistently see with near and far acuity, depth perception, color vision, and field vision. Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and communicate clearly and effectively; understand and be understood; be able to consistently engage in ordinary conversations. Work Environment: Work is performed in both office settings and field environments requiring occasional travel. Working environment may involve the use of communication through computers and telephones and could involve frequent interruptions. Work requires attendance at evening and/or weekend meetings, public events and conferences, as the Town Attorney frequently attends evening meetings, public events, and conferences *The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.