• Assistant Corporation Counsel - (Municipal…

    City of Detroit (Detroit, MI)


    Assistant Corporation Counsel - (Municipal Division)

     

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    Assistant Corporation Counsel - (Municipal Division)

     

    Salary

     

    $54,986.00 - $110,200.00 Annually

     

    Location

     

    Michigan, MI

     

    Job Type

     

    Certified-Regular Civil Service

     

    Job Number

    20251091142PLDM

    Department

     

    Law

     

    Opening Date

     

    07/18/2025

     

    Bargaining Unit

     

    1800

     

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    + Benefits

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    Description

    LAW DEPARTMENT

    ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL

    MUNICIPAL

    How would you like to work for a law firm that is the most diverse in the nation?

     

    + Provides opinions and drafts legislation addressing a wide variety of complex and novel subjects including cutting edge constitutional matters

    + Has some of the best lawyers in the state always available for consults

    + Relaxed and collegial work environment

    + Located in exciting downtown Detroit

     

    We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change.

     

    Examples of Duties

     

    What You’ll Be Doing

     

    + Preparation of ordinances and legal opinions.

    + Attendance at various meetings at all levels of City government.

    + Serve as counsel for various City boards and commissions including the Election Commission.

    + Counsel and advise clients via email, memorandum, telephonic conference, and person – to – person meetings concerning questions of law and procedure.

    + Research, review, and analyze relevant statutes, case law, and Attorney General Opinions to provide legal advice and opinions to clients.

    + Maintain monthly statistics, and other administrative tasks required in maintaining weekly calendar and billing requirements, and organized files.

    Minimum Qualifications

    What You Should Have

     

    + Juris Doctorate Degree from an American Bar Association.

    + Must be a member of the Michigan State Bar Association.

    + At least two (2) years of related experience preferred.

     

    Supplemental Information

     

    Please attach a cover letter, resume with references and a written sample.

     

    Evaluation Plan

     

    + Interview: 70%

    + Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%

    + Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

    Additional points may be awarded for:

    + Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

    EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

    The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

    HEALTH

    + Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

    + Dental

    + Vision

    INSURANCE

    + Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

    + Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

    PAID TIME OFF

    + Sick Leave

    + Vacation

    + Holidays

    OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

    The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

    RETIREMENT BENEFITS

    City Employees Retirement System

    As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

     

    • Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

     

    - At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

     

    - At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

     

    • In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

     

    - An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

     

    • Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

     

    ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

     

    Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

     

    01

     

    Do you have a Juris Doctorate Degree from an institution approved by the American Bar Association?

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

    02

     

    Are you licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan?

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

    03

     

    Are you a member in good standing with the State of Michigan Bar?

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

    04

     

    Did you attach a copy of your Cover Letter, Resume with References, and Writing Sample?

     

    + Yes

    + No

    Required Question

    Employer

     

    City of Detroit

     

    Address

     

    Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

     

    Website

     

    http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

     

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