Cottonwood Heights City Attorney

Sandy City, UT

Salt Lake City, UT

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$63.46–$93.96 Per Hour

SKILLS

Attorney, Communication Skills, Community Development, Community Support, Community and Social Services, Contract Law, Contract Negotiation, Contract Review, Criminal Law, Driver's License, Economic Development, Employment Law, Federal Laws and Regulations, Government, Government Regulations, Land Use, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Research, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Maintain Compliance, Monitor Regulations, Regulations, Research Skills, Risk Management, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Urban Planning, Zoning

LOCATION

Salt Lake City, UT

POSTED

4 days ago

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

City Attorney

INITIAL REVIEW DATE: 05/20/2026

CLOSING DATE: 06/08/2026

HOURLY RATE: $63.46 - $93.96

STATUS: Full time

DEPARTMENT: Administration

Are you an experienced municipal attorney lookingfor an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing and engaged community? The City of Cottonwood Heights is seeking a knowledgeable, collaborative, and solutions-oriented professional to serve as our next City Attorney.

Under the direction of the City Manager, the City Attorney serves as the City's chief legal advisor and provides legal counsel and support to the City Council, City leadership, and departments across the organization. This position plays a critical role in guiding municipal operations, managing legal risk, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in municipal law and possess strong skills in land use and zoning, contracts, employment law, risk management, and public governance. This position requires sound judgment, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to provide practical legal guidance in a fast-paced public sector environment.
Key Responsibilities

Advise the City Council, City Manager, department directors, and staff on legal matters affecting municipal operations
Provide legal guidance regarding land use, zoning, planning regulations, and development agreements
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, ordinances, resolutions, leases, and other legal documents
Provide counsel on employment and personnel matters, workplace policies, investigations, and compliance
Conduct legal research and prepare written legal opinions
Represent the City in civil litigation, administrative hearings, and other legal proceedings as needed
Attend City Council, Planning Commission, and other public meetings
Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting municipal government
Coordinate with outside legal counsel when specialized expertise is required
Support Community Development and Reinvestment Agency (CDRA) matters and economic development initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Minimum of ten (10) years of professional legal experience, preferably in municipal or government law
Significant experience in land use law, contract law, and employment law
Active membership in good standing with the Utah State Bar
Admission to practice before Utah State Courts and the U.S. District Court for Utah
Valid Utah Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in criminal prosecution or advising law enforcement agencies
Familiarity with BCI and UCJIS systems
Experience providing legal guidance related to investigations, criminal law, or prosecution support

Why Join Cottonwood Heights?

Cottonwood Heights is a vibrant and collaborative city committed to providing exceptional public service to our community. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with elected officials and department leadership on meaningful projects and initiatives that directly impact residents and shape the future of the City.

Cottonwood Heights City Attorney

Sandy City, UT

Salt Lake City, UT

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