Job Description
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Job Title: Assistant City Attorney
Open: September 18, 2025
Close Date: Open Until Filled Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Salary: Salary offered will depend on qualifications and experience.
Assistant City Attorney I - $10,168 - $11,504/month FLSA Exempt
Assistant City Attorney II - $11,223 - $12,699/month FLSA Exempt
RECRUITMENT DESCRIPTION:
The City of Ellensburg has a vacancy for a full-time Assistant City Attorney.
The person in this position is responsible for ensuring that City criminal and infraction matters are prosecuted in an efficient, organized, and professional manner and City officials, management, staff, commissions, and councils are provided sound legal advice, quality assistance, and professional expertise.
Will keep the City Attorney informed about projects and issues of importance to staff; provide the City Attorney with accurate and timely information to support decision-making and policy direction.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
One year of experience in criminal prosecution, including trials
Please note: Any combination of education, experience, and training that indicates the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position listed above may be considered.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Licensed to practice law in the State of Washington and a member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association
Valid Washington State drivers license and maintain an insurable driving record
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Five (5) years of experience in municipal or related public sector law, including criminal prosecution or civil litigation
Specific experience advising leadership in one or more of the following practice areas: zoning and land use, employment and labor relations, public records act and open public meetings, public works, bidding and purchasing, etc.
Benefits include Public Employees Retirement System and Social Security; Medical/Dental/Life/ Disability Insurance, VEBA, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid time off (PTO bank), exempt leave, holidays, and employee choice days.
To apply for this position and view a complete job posting including detailed duties, responsibilities, and qualifications please visit the employment section of our website at This position is open until Filled. EOE.
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CITY OF ELLENSBURG
Job Tags
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