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Assistant City Attorney
City of Port Arthur, TX
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Posted: 20-Jun-25
Location: Port Arthur, Texas
Type: Full Time
Salary: $114,586 to $142,586
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Lawyer
Are you a confident and service-driven attorney who can provide sound legal counsel and champion municipal compliance? If so, apply to be Port Arthur’s next Assistant City Attorney! We’re looking for a forward-thinking legal professional who is:
• Experienced in municipal or governmental law • Committed to teamwork and collaborative leadership • Adaptable to diverse perspectives and community needs
Port Arthur is a coastal Texas city with a diverse, small-town feel and a strong industrial backbone. Known for its rich Cajun culture, beautiful waterways, and deep-rooted petrochemical history, Port Arthur offers residents an affordable lifestyle with access to nature, culture, and economic opportunity. Located two hours east of Houston, the city has a population of 55,799 and boasts easy access to beaches, wildlife refuges, state parks, and numerous annual festivals.
The Law Department provides legal guidance, litigation representation, and prosecution services for the City Council, departments, and boards. The department plays a key role in compliance, code enforcement, and risk mitigation. Reporting to the City Attorney, the new Assistant City Attorney will:
• Represent the City in various legal proceedings and prosecute violations in Municipal Court, if needed • Provide legal advice to City departments and staff • Draft and review resolutions, ordinances, contracts, and other legal documents • Conduct legal research and prepare opinions • Assist in department operations, including supervising support staff and attending/representing the Law Department at City Council Meetings
Required qualifications for this position include: • Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school • Three to five years of progressively responsible legal experience • Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
Preferred qualifications include: • Experience in municipal law and litigation • Knowledge of employment law, municipal court prosecution, and collections • Knowledge, or familiarity, with industrial agreements (also known as Payment in Lieu of Taxes) Agreements
The salary range for this position is $114,586 to $142,586 DOE/DOQ.
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