Deputy City Attorney II/III

Deputy City Attorney II/III

Salary

$135,636.48 - $256,803.12 Annually

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2025-3416

Branch

Los Angeles Department of Water & Power

Division

Employee Relations

Opening Date

08/03/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

IUOE Local 501 - MOU 31

• Description
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The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney is one of the nations largest municipal law offices. With over 1,000 legal professionals, including 500 attorneys, the Office provides the City of Los Angeles ("City") with the highest caliber of legal services, ranging from prosecuting criminal misdemeanors and playing a leading role in criminal justice reform to advising on homelessness initiatives, defending civil lawsuits and claims, and bringing civil enforcement actions in the name of the People of the State of California.

Guided by an overarching commitment to integrity, service and accountability, we find great meaning in the work we do and the services we provide.

We seek collaborative team players who understand that fulfilling our mission is key to making a positive impact.

Description

The Water & Power Division acts as counsel to the Department of Water & Power (DWP), its officers, employees, and the Board of Water & Power Commissioners.

Duties and Responsibilities

The attorney's primary duties will include advising and representing DWP on labor and employment law matters, including: 1) representing DWP in all phases of labor and employment litigation, including trials in state and federal court; 2) providing advice on state and federal labor and employment law matters, including statutes and regulations governing employee relations, discrimination, civil rights and related matters; 3) representing DWP in administrative matters and hearings; and 4) other related duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Must be licensed to practice law in all of the courts in the State of California.

Desired Qualifications

• Significant experience in handling labor and employment law matters, including all aspects of civil litigation, including but not limited to conducting discovery, handling discovery disputes, preparing and arguing dispositive motions, and preparing pre-trial motions and documents;
• At least five years of experience practicing labor and employment law;
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities;
• Outstanding research and writing skills;
• Demonstrated high level verbal, communication, and advocacy skills;
• Ability to work as a team with other members of the practice group;
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with public officials, department personnel, and members of the public; and
• Ability to work independently.

Requirements for Application

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Writing Sample personally authored in the last two years.

Supplemental Information

Current Location:

The DWP Division is located at 221 N. Figueroa St., Suite 1000, Los Angeles, CA. Position is subject to assignment at any location within the City of Los Angeles.

Probation:

Appointment to this exempt position (non Civil-Service) will be subject to a two (2) year probationary period as required by Section 1050 of the City Charter. Successful completion of the two (2) year probationary period will result in tenure with the office.

Classification

Current employees selected for this assignment will be placed through a lateral transfer and will retain their current classification.

AS A COVERED ENTITY UNDER TITLE Il OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY AND, UPON REQUEST, WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO ENSURE EQUAL ACCESS TO ITS PROGRAMS, SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES. TO REQUEST A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CALL THE HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION AT (213) 978-7160.

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Do you have an active license to practice law in the state of California?

• Yes
• No

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California State Bar number:

Required Question

Employer Los Angeles City Attorneys Office (CA)

Address 200 N Main St. #800

Los Angeles, California, 90012

Phone 213-978-7160

Website https://cityattorney.lacity.gov/