This is a temporary full time position for approximately 12 monthsThe 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.ResponsibilitiesPreparation of a variety of agreements such as encroachments, crane swings, tiebacks, accessPrepare and review a variety of business agreements such as data sharing, parking, consulting,



procuring grantsPrepare and provide advice regarding a variety of By-lawsProvide advice on dog designation matters and represent City at Dog Designation HearingsPrepare and represent the City on uninsurable Ontario Superior Court of Justice mattersProvide backup assistance if needed with Prosecutions and Administrative Monetary Penalty System Settlement Hearings and ScreeningsProvide legal advice with respect to a wide variety of operational issues and other duties as assignedEducationBachelor of Laws (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (J.D)Member in good standing of the Law Society of OntarioExperienceMinimum of 2 years related legal experience in municipal law or a related fieldPreference will be given to applicants with prior experience in the municipal sector, or comparable background and knowledgeKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesA person of integrity and sound judgmentAble to work effectively both in a team environment and independently, with proven ability to work under tight deadlinesExcellent interpersonal, communication, problem solving, analytical and organizational skills combined with solid time management, computer and research abilities are requiredReliable with a positive attitude and employment record*please note that the job salary is under reviewDepartment: COR-Corporate Services Department

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