Client: City of Los Banos, California
Position: City Attorney
Closing Date: Apply Immediately.
First review of resumes is July 21, 2025
Additional Information:
The City of Los Banos, California is seeking an experienced legal strategist to serve as its new City Attorney. This position is the result of the recent decision by the City Council to bring the legal services in-house by establishing a new position of City Attorney. The City Attorney’s office will initially be staffed by the next City Attorney and appropriate support staff who will be selected at a later date by the City Attorney.
The City Attorney will bring a dynamic mix of analytical and proactive legal skills with a solid background in the broad spectrum of municipal affairs. With a successful career in California, the City Attorney will be a well-rounded professional in support of the elected body and city operations.
Under the direction of the City Council, this position serves as the top legal advisor and has responsibility for managing the Office of the City Attorney. The ideal candidate will also possess a deep knowledge of municipal government and be skilled in providing advice and counsel to all aspects of city operations. This experienced professional will also have excellent communication skills, a solution-driven approach with an appreciation for technology to enhance and streamline workflow with the focus on improving turn-around time. This rare opportunity to join the City of Los Banos will be well-suited for an individual who enjoys and welcomes collaboration with the City Council and City Manager’s Office as well as supporting the various municipal operating departments.
The City Council will use the following experience and education below as guidelines for their final decision-making and will consider a variety of factors including:
Experience: Significant and preferably broad experience as a municipal attorney in California is required. Qualifying experience may be gained working directly for a city, county government organization, or other similar government entity. Other qualifying experience may include working for a private municipal law firm if primary focus has been providing similar legal advice and counsel to government entities.
Education: Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
License: Active membership in the State Bar of California is required.
The salary for this at-will position of the City Attorney is up to $247,860 and may be further evaluated based on overall compensation requirements of top contenders. The City also offers a highly competitive benefit package that includes CalPERS retirement, health/vision/dental insurance, bilingual and education incentive pay, sick leave, vacation time, and administrative leave in addition to paid holidays.
To be considered, interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately, as the first review of resumes begins on Monday, July 21, 2025. Electronic submittals are strongly preferred via email to apply@ralphandersen.com, and should include a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and five professional references. Confidential inquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Fred Wilson, Ralph Andersen & Associates, at (916) 630-4900.
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