Knowledge of general statutory, administrative law, and State and Federal laws * Knowledge of judicial and administrative procedures and rules of evidence * Skilled at collaborative conflict resolution, negotiation, and meeting facilitation * Ability to lead and direct employees in an effective manner * Ability to analyze the legal aspects of governmental problems and to provide sound advice and assistance to officials * Ability to present facts, law, and arguments clearly, logically, and persuasively * Ability to interpret and analyze facts, evidence, and legal instruments * Ability to express conclusions and arguments clearly and logically in oral and written forms * Ability to maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, staff, other government officials, citizens, Town Attorney, and department heads * Exercises sound judgement Work Environment * Office environment; mostly sedentary; occasional exposure to outside elements. Experience Required: Five (5) years of related work experience preferred Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree; Juris Doctorate Certifications: Licensed Attorney by Virginia State Bar Qualifications: * Knowledge of legal principles, precedents, and practices and their application to functions of local government and in civil, criminal and traffic legal practice generally.