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Assistant Legal Counsel

Clackamas County

Assistant Legal Counsel

Job ID: 108183

Location: Oregon City, Oregon

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:Regular

CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES

Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:

• Service

• Professionalism

• Integrity

• Respect

• Individual accountability

• Trust

By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT. https://www.clackamas.us/countyadmin/spirit

Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

CLOSE DATE

This position will remain open until filled. The first application review will be on Thursday, March 5, 2026. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any time on or after that date.

PAY AND BENEFITS

Annual Pay Range: $128,408.32 - $173,350.51

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position. This position is an “at will” position and serves under the County Counsel on an employment Contract.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 16 hours of vacation accrual per month

• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a51ff5d3-d243-49ba-aa11-15324f4c0bf8! This means you have access to vacation time at the time of hire.

• 8 hours of sick accrual per month

• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):

• Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)

• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage

• A Choice of Dental Plans

• Longevity pay

• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement fund savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre- or post-tax basis to a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

This is a full-time, non-represented group 2 county position.

https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/6bdc5978-4038-4d5b-8602-8499765686fa

http://www.clackamas.us/des/benefits.html

JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS

The Clackamas County Counsel's Office seeks a talented litigator to represent and protect the county's interests. As an Assistant Legal Counsel specializing in all aspects of civil litigation in state and federal courts, including administrative and enforcement proceedings, this litigation role would support the Board of County Commissioners, elected officials, all County departments, offices, and employees.

Under the direction of senior assistant legal counsel, you will litigate matters concerning a wide range of issues, such as torts, contracts, employment law, civil rights, and code enforcement. This role offers a dynamic workload and meaningful impact.

The ideal candidate will be skilled in analyzing issues, drafting documents, and advising a diverse client base. Confidence in hearings and a strong understanding of laws affecting municipal operations are essential. The Office of County Counsel offers advancement opportunities through mentorship, challenging assignments, and the potential for promotion into senior legal counsel roles. Attorneys have access to professional development resources and are encouraged to pursue leadership and specialized expertise within our dynamic legal team.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment and want to make a difference to the community we serve, this role offers a meaningful opportunity within a supportive, team-oriented office.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• A minimum of one (1) year of related experience in civil litigation

• Active member of the Oregon State Bar in good standing prior to appointment. If you are currently licensed in another state, for information about the reciprocity process, please visit the Oregon State Bar Admissions website

• A juris doctor degree from an accredited law school

• Demonstrate skill to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Experience with Oregon-specific laws and regulations governing local government

• Experience in a collaborative team environment

• Experience with the organization of county government, county ordinances, rules and policies, and liability and risk management principles

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must pass a criminal history check, which may include a national or state fingerprint records check

• Driving is required for county business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673

*For veterans qualified for Veterans' Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

TYPICAL TASKS

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Under the direction of County Counsel, prosecutes and defends legal actions, suits and other proceedings regarding code enforcement, tort claims, and general municipal law on behalf of the county; prepares and presents cases at trials, hearings or arbitrations; researches and analyzes legal and factual issues; interviews and deposes witnesses; prepares legal pleadings, motions, case reports and summaries; evaluates, recommends, and negotiates out of court settlements.

Advises county departments in one or more legal specialties, and serves as back-up to other assigned specialties; provides legal counsel to county officers, assigned county departments and various boards and commissions; advises on legal rights and responsibilities and other legal issues; attends public meetings and work sessions; investigates facts; conducts legal research; manages schedules, prepares documents, memorandums and report summaries; interviews witness and county personnel; gathers information from county departments, other jurisdictions and outside agencies.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is included in the county's alternate workweek program, working 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Thursday (Fridays off). Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework, subject to the https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/9065b5fb-2237-47ce-9534-e7c8c40fc2bc and based on the department's business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager at the time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.

EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY

Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.

• http://www.clackamas.us/

• http://www.clackamas.us/onboarding/

• https://www.mthoodterritory.com/

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The mission of the Clackamas County Office of County Counsel is to provide quality legal services and representation to all county departments, elected officials, service districts, and employees while being responsible stewards of taxpayer resources. We provide a full range of legal services to the Board of County Commissioners, all elected county officials, all departments and divisions, and special districts. We provide general counsel and advisory legal services countywide, and also represent the county and its agents and employees in Federal, State, and Tax Courts, labor arbitrations, land use and administrative hearings, and in small claims.

http://www.clackamas.us/counsel/

APPLICATION PROCESS

Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

Help With Your Application:

• https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/6b3147a3-bf84-4f52-8238-64a37e936b4f

• https://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplication

If you have any questions or issues, you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

• https://www.clackamas.us/des/jobs.html

• https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a67ee11c-861c-4126-aa5a-4dec6174f6eb

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

RECRUITING QUESTIONS?

James Callahan, Recruiter

mailto:JCallahan@clackamas.us?subject=RECRUITMENT%20QUESTIONS

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6942271

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