Qualifications A minimum of ten years in the practice of municipal law, ideally with a successful track record as a City or County Attorney, Deputy Attorney, or experience in a private law firm advising municipal governments with a full range of municipal services. Direct leadership experience managing professional and paraprofessional legal personnel is essential. A broad and diverse background with legal expertise in more than one area, including civil rights, constitution, contracts, criminal justice, elections, employment, environmental, land use, litigation, and legislative matters, is ideal. Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, rules, and ordinances applicable to city activities and functions, including municipal liability, data security, public meetings, public records, and public financing, is required. Home Rule City experience is valuable, with direct experience in Colorado being beneficial but not required. The City Attorney is required to reside within the City of Boulder. |
