Overview

This is a temporary full time position for approximately 12 months The City of Kitchener is seeking a lawyer to join its team providing legal advice and services to Council and staff. Reporting to and working closely with the Assistant City Solicitor (Development), the primary areas of responsibility will include preparation and review of a wide variety of development related and business type agreements, preparing and providing advice on a variety of by-laws; provide advice on dog designation matters and represent the City at Dog Designation Hearings; providing some prosecution support if needed; provide legal advice with respect to various divisions’ operations.

Responsibilities
Preparation of a variety of agreements such as encroachments, crane swings, tiebacks, access
Prepare and review a variety of business agreements such as data sharing, parking, consulting, procuring grants
Prepare and provide advice regarding a variety of By-laws
Provide advice on dog designation matters and represent City at Dog Designation Hearings
Prepare and represent the City on uninsurable Ontario Superior Court of Justice matters




Provide backup assistance if needed with Prosecutions and Administrative Monetary Penalty System Settlement Hearings and Screenings
Provide legal advice with respect to a wide variety of operational issues and other duties as assigned

Education
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (J.D)
Member in valuable standing of the Law Society of Ontario

Experience
Minimum of 2 years related legal experience in municipal law or a related field
Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience in the municipal sector, or comparable background and knowledge

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
A person of integrity and sound judgment
Able to work effectively both in a team workplace and independently, with proven ability to work under tight deadlines
Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem solving, analytical and organizational skills combined with solid time management, computer and research abilities are required
Reliable with a positive attitude and employment record
please note that the job salary is under review

📌 Associate City Solicitor Kitchener (Canada)
🏢 City of Kitchener
📍 Canada