VILLAGE ATTORNEY 6171

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class serves as Counsel in all legal matters involving the Village as vested under Article 236 of the Village Law of New York State. The incumbent is responsible for supervising a subordinate staff. The incumbent often exercises independent judgment and initiative in the performance of the duties of the position. Supervision is given by the Village Board through conferences and reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Gives legal advice to Village Agencies and all regular special committees established by the Village Board;

Reviews and reports to the Village Board, all County, State, and Federal legislation affecting

Villages;

Prepares legal instruments and materials pertaining to litigation involving the village;

Pursues condemnation actions and negotiates the purchase of private property on behalf of the

Village;

Conducts research on subjects pertinent to Village problems pending legislation and court action;

Attends Village Board meetings and public hearings;

Prepares proposed ordinances and amendments to the Village Charter, local laws and administrative rules and regulations.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the Constitutional and Municipal laws; good knowledge of the provisions of the Village Charter and/or local laws of the Village; ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of a legal and/or clerical staff in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to prepare legal instruments on behalf of the Village Board or Heads of Departments; ability to present clear and concise arguments pertaining to matters of litigation affecting the Village or its departments; ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Village officials, employees and general public; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position is in the exempt jurisdictional class; therefore, there are no minimum qualifications.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a New York State license to practice before the Bar of the State of New York.

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SUFFOLK COUNTY

Exempt