Merced County

County Counsel

Merced County

2222 M St, Merced, CA 95340, USA
Full-Time$232,648/annualSenior LevelBachelors
Job Description

Advise the Board of Supervisors and County Executive Officer on legal matters. Preparation of legal opinions and the revision of such opinions developed by staff counsels. Defense of the County, commissions, advisory boards, the courts and authorities against lawsuits and claims. Establish, implement, and achieve department goals and objectives. Represent the County and its Department with the community and other agencies. Administer department budget, personnel and programs; train, evaluate and supervise staff. Conduct presentations; attend meetings of commissions, advisory boards, the courts and authorities. Analyze data, interpret policies, procedures and regulations; develop appropriate conclusions.

Where is this job?
This job is located at 2222 M St, Merced, CA 95340, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Broad and extensive professional legal experience in civil law

  • Experience in working with the legal problems of a government jurisdiction.

  • At least 2 years of the background and experience must have been in a management or full supervisory capacity.

  • Knowledge of The Government Code and other California statutes and their application to governmental jurisdictions.

Required Skills
  • Contract Management

  • Time Management

  • Negotiation skills

  • Presentation skills

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Anlytical skills

Soft Skills
  • Adaptable

  • Multitasking

  • Problem Solving

  • Verbal communication

  • Detail Oriented

  • written communication

Additional Information
Merced County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedApril 16th, 2021
Apply BeforeJune 21st, 2025
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About Merced County

Merced County, is a county located in the northern San Joaquin Valley section of the Central Valley, in the U.S. state of California. As of the 2010 census, the population was 255,793. The county seat is Merced. The county is named after the Merced River.

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