The Assistant City Attorney provides legal counsel and representation to the City and/or the Murfreesboro City Schools. The position requires an individual who is a skilled professional capable of exercising independent judgment and who possesses excellent legal research, writing, and oral communication skills. The individual must have high personal and professional ethical standards and have the personal disposition and character necessary to work effectively with individuals from all levels of the organization (including elected and appointed officials), within the legal community, in judicial forums, and with members of the public. The Assistant City Attorney reports to the City Attorney and works under the general supervision of the City Attorney and/or Deputy City Attorney.