Description
This position will remain open until filled, with the first review of applications beginning on November 16, 2025. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed as needed.
We highly encourage anyone who meets either set of minimum qualifications to apply to fill our current positions and any future vacancies. Both positions are part of the Assistant County Counsel series meaning we can underfill the Assistant County Counsel II position at the Assistant County Counsel I level.
About the Office of County Counsel
Washington County Counsel's Office represents the County in civil litigation at local, state and federal levels, in administrative and enforcement proceedings, and provides legal advice and analysis to County departments. We deliver quality legal services, while adhering to the highest ethical standards. Our office represents the Board of County Commissioners, the Sheriff's Office and all County departments and employees. We also represent the Washington County Housing Authority, Fair Board, Enhanced Sheriff's Patrol District, Urban Road Maintenance District, Service District for Lighting, and Cooperative Library Services
The Opportunity!
As an Assistant County Counsel I/II, you will provide a full range of legal services to the Department of Housing Services, Housing Authority of Washington County, Office of Community Development and the Office of Emergency Management and other County Departments as assigned.
This position requires representation of the County in many complex legal areas with minimal direction and supervision, the ability to problem solve and use innovative legal skills, and work with clients to provide creative solutions to support their goals. The position requires you to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients. If you have a passion for public service and desire an opportunity to help your community grow and excel with your legal expertise and knowledge, we encourage you to apply.
Our Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate has three (3) to five (5) years of legal experience including the ability to provide legal advice and guidance on federal, state and local laws and regulations affecting housing authorities and emergency management; draft, review and negotiate contracts, leases and other legal documents, including documents related to property transactions and related to housing development and homeless services; interpret and ensure compliance with Federal, State and local regulations impacting housing services including US Department of Housing and Urban Development; represent the County and County departments in legal proceedings including coordination of tort claims and grievances; develop and assist in implementation of policy affecting public housing, assisted housing programs and emergency management. This candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and communicate effectively with clients, colleagues and support staff. Stellar legal work, a strong work ethic, and team-oriented approach, as well as intellectual curiosity is desired. The ideal candidate has high standards of professional competence and integrity. The candidate has experience interpreting laws, rulings, and regulations for government agencies, large corporations or other government-adjacent organizations. In addition, this candidate will work well both in a team environment and independently.
**A resume and a writing sample from a brief or legal memo of no more than ten pages is required for this position; applications without the resume and writing sample will not be considered. **
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Assistant County Counsel II:
Bachelor's degree (BS or BA) AND
Juris doctor (JD) from an accredited college or university.
AND Five (5) years of demonstrated experience as general counsel or similar role
Assistant County Counsel I:
Bachelor's degree (BS or BA) AND
Juris Doctor (JD) graduate from an accredited college or university AND
Three (3) years of professional-level legal experience.
Additional Qualifications:
Membership in the Oregon State Bar Association within 30 days of hire.
Must pass a background investigation.
To Review the full job posting and to apply, please visit: Assistant County Counsel I/II | Job Details tab | Career Pages
