Deputy City Attorney I/II

Deputy City Attorney I/II

Salary

$131,688.96 - $160,108.00 Annually

Location

Bakersfield, CA, CA

Job Type

Full-Time (Use Regular Full-Time)

Job Number

02445

Department

City Attorneys Office

Division

Administration (CAO)

Opening Date

05/13/2026

• Description
• Benefits
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Description

SALARY:

Deputy City Attorney I: $63.31 - $76.98 / Hour

Deputy City Attorney II: $75.11 - $91.30 / Hour

CLOSING DATE: Continuous, the application filing may close any time after ten days from the issue date of this job announcement if sufficient qualified applications have been received. Postmarks are not acceptable; therefore, it is important to submit your application as soon as possible. First application review on June 3, 2026.

Deputy City Attorney I & II: Under general direction, performs legal work involving a wide range of municipal and criminal law topics; handles routine professional legal tasks; attends meetings of various Boards and Commissions in an advisory capacity; performs related work as required.

Representative Duties

The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting. Deputy City Attorney I: Conducts legal research as needed; Prepares and prosecutes criminal matters; Prepares, assists, and handles civil litigation cases; Prepares or assists in administrative hearings and represents the City in such hearings; Reviews and interprets federal, state, county and city statutes, ordinances, rules, regulations, court decisions, laws, and other legal authority;

Deputy City Attorney II: In addition to above, Represents the City administrative hearings before City Boards and Commissions and federal agencies; Prosecutes litigation where the City is the Plaintiff; Assists other attorneys in all phases of legal work

For a full job description: Deputy City Attorney I, Deputy City Attorney II & Position Brochure

Minimum Qualifications

Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application, supplemental questionnaire, and resume that they meet the below requirements:

• Graduated from an accredited American Bar Association law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience in the practice of law, preferably with a governmental agency; AND demonstration of civil litigation experience, which includes the representation of either a plaintiff or defendant throughout a civil lawsuit process.
• Substantial experience in the representation of municipal clients may be substituted for lack of experience in civil litigation
• Active member of the California State Bar Association
• Possession of a valid California Class "C" drivers license.
• Must be able to pass a police background

DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY II:

• In addition to the above, must have an additional two (2) years' experience in the practice of law, preferably in a municipal setting and substantial civil litigation.

Desirable: Ties to Kern County, strong written and oral communication skills, and working well under pressure.

Examination (Weighted: 100%)

(Tentative)

An appraisal will be made of the applicants experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.

NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire; otherwise, the application may be rejected. NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.

Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:

• Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
• Fire Safety Unit
• Police Safety Unit
• Police Trainee Unit
• Supervisory & Management Unit

INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the Cityweb Employee Benefits page for detailed information (rates and plan information).

RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the Citys participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the Citys Retirement Info page for additional information.

01

Have you graduated from an accredited American Bar Association law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you an Active member of the California State Bar Association?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid class C driver's license, or out of state equivalent?

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of experience do you possess in the practice of law?

• Over 4 years
• More than 3 years, but less than 4 years
• More than 2 years, but less than 3 years
• More than 1 year but less than 2 years
• Less than 1 year
• None

05

Please select each of the following for which you have experience in:

• Government agency law
• Demonstration of civil litigation, including representation of either a plaintiff or defendant throughout a civil lawsuit process
• Representation of municipal clients
• None of the above

06

Briefly explain your work experience and dates for each selected item in question #5. Do not write "See application or resume".

07

I understand that all future correspondence with the City with regards to this recruitment, will be via e-mail provided on my application. Please keep your contact information up-to-date and ensure that your e-mail spam filter allows you to receive messages from HumanResources@bakersfieldcity.us. Note: All City examination notices are also available via your Government Jobs profile.

• Yes
• No

08

I understand that I must submit a completed Application & Supplemental Questionnaire by the filing deadline, in order for my application to be accepted. Note: The application filing may close any time after ten days from the issue date of this job announcement if sufficient qualified applications have been received. (Documents may be uploaded and attached to your on-line application, may be submitted via email to AdmHrs@bakersfieldcity.us., or faxed to (661) 852-2070.) The documents must reference the recruitment name and number, i.e. Deputy City Attorney I/II #02445 and submit to the attention of Tanya Wilson).

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Bakersfield

Address 1600 Truxtun Avenue

Bakersfield, California, 93301

Phone (661) 326-3773

(661) 326-3773

Website http://www.bakersfieldjobs.us