City Attorney
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
2200 Second Street, Fort Myers, FL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
123456
Department
Attorneys Office
Opening Date
04/22/2026
FLSA
Exempt
Description
CITY OF FORT MYERS, FL
CITY ATTORNEY
The City of Fort Myers (approx. pop. 106,233), known as the "City of Palms," is located along Florida's beautiful southern Gulf Coast. The City serves as the cultural, governmental, and economic hub of the region and is the county seat of Lee County. The City is a high-quality community rich in history and diversity, blending historic charm, modern vitality, and its close proximity to beautiful beaches that draw visitors worldwide. The community remains committed to building a strong and resilient city that is safe, vibrant, and livable for all.
The City has a Council/Manager form of government, with a Mayor and six Council members. The Mayor is elected citywide, and Council members are elected to 4-year terms by their respective Wards. The City is a full-service city with approximately 1,139 employees and an FY2026 total budget of $894.1 million, including a General Fund of $183.2 million and an annual CIP budget of $298.9 million.
The City Attorney is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the City Council and manages the activities of the City Attorney's Office, which has a total of nine (9) staff. The City Attorneys office serves as the legal advisor to the Mayor, City Council, City Manager, and all City departments, as well as to various boards and committees established by the Council.
Requirements include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited college of law; and a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible legal experience, with five (5) years in government law, civil practice, and the supervision of other attorneys. Must be a licensed member of the Florida Bar in good standing, preferably certified in City, County, Local Government Law. Preferred candidates will have served as a city/county attorney or assistant in a community of similar complexities and will have experience in litigation and transactional law, as well as experience in areas such as growth management, land use, environmental, contractual, employment, historic preservation, and utilities.
The starting salary is open and depends on qualifications. The City provides an excellent benefits package. Visit www.SRNsearch.com for a detailed brochure and to apply. The position is open until filled. The first review of resumes will take place on May 18, 2026. For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Ms. S. Renée Narloch or Mr. Elliott Pervinich at S. Renée Narloch & Associates via info@SRNsearch.com or (850) 391-0000. The City of Fort Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pursuant to Florida Open Records laws, all applications and resumes are subject to public disclosure.
Full-time regular City employee benefits:
Health Insurance (Florida Blue)
City paid employee coverage. HMO or PPO plans are available. Dependents can be added, Employee pays 30% of premium. Premium deductions are taken pre-tax.
Basic Life Insurance (USAble Life)
City paid. The benefit is equal to 1x the annual base pay, rounded to the nearest $1000.00.
Optional Vision Insurance (VSP)
Employee-paid insurance is available at group rates, and family plans are available to employees. Premium deductions are taken pre-tax.
Optional Dental Insurance (Humana)
Employee-paid insurance is available at group rates, and family plans are available to employees. Premium deductions are taken pre-tax.
Supplemental Insurance
Employees may purchase various types of supplemental insurance (life, AFLAC) at group rates through payroll deduction.
Pension Plan (General) Administered by Resource Centers
Pension Plan (Police and Fire) administered by Foster & Foster
401(a) (Mission Square)
Certain management positions can opt out of the General Pension into a 401(a).
Roth IRA (Mission Square)
Offered through payroll deduction.
Disability (USAble Life)
Employee paid short & long-term disability insurance.
Leave Time (Sick, Vacation)
Paid Holidays
City recognizes 13 holidays which include: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, Birthday Holiday and Floating Holiday.Birthday and Float after 1-year of service.
Deferred Compensation Programs (Mission Square) OR (Nationwide )
Tax-deferred savings plan available for retirement purposes. Employee-only contributions.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees can elect to use pre-tax dollars to cover un-reimbursed medical or dependent daycare expenses.
Payroll Direct Deposit
Available to any banking institution or credit union. Suncoast Federal Schools Credit Union membership is available to City employees.
Employee Assistance Program (ESI)
City-paid availability to licensed professional counselors for non-work related personal issues with 100% confidentiality.
Please note: Benefits do not apply to On-Call, Temporary, or Seasonal positions. Insurance Benefits only apply to regular Full-time positions.
Employer City of Fort Myers
Address 1820 Hendry Street
PO Box 2217
Fort Myers, Florida, 33901
Phone 239-321-7066
Website http://www.fortmyers.gov/jobs