Assistant City Solicitor

Overview

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city and their careers forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

Employment Status

Exempt - Term (12-14 months)

Scope

Reporting to the City Solicitor, the Assistant City Solicitor will be primarily responsible for conducting litigation matters, with a focus on bylaw enforcement proceedings, including civil injunctions, prosecutions, and hearings before City Council. The Assistant City Solicitor will also provide legal advice to staff on bylaw enforcement issues and other matters which may include risk management, policies, releases, and contracts. The position is for a 12 to 14 month term.

Responsibilities

• Acts as counsel for the City to enforce compliance with City bylaws by way of civil injunctions in the BC Supreme Court, prosecution proceedings in BC Provincial Court, and administrative hearings before City Council.
• Provides legal advice to staff on bylaw enforcement issues as well as on other matters on an as-needed basis. Conducts training of bylaw enforcement officers, employees and contractors involved in bylaw enforcement.
• Advises on and assists in developing and drafting new and amending bylaws.
• Exercises independent judgment when working with statutes and legal precedents.
• Prepares reports and memorandums regarding various legal issues.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Other Information

Number of Job Openings : 1

Pay Grade : P3 - $129,812 - $152,720

Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check.

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until filled.

Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community