City Solicitor

Job Description

The city of Pittsfield is seeking an experienced and highly skilled City Solicitor to lead all legal affairs of the city. Reporting to the Mayor, the Solicitor serves as chief legal counsel, providing advice to the Mayor, City Council, School Department, boards, and agencies, while prosecuting and defending matters in state and federal courts.

This role oversees the city’s legal strategy, prepares and reviews contracts, ordinances, and policies, and ensures compliance with municipal, state, and federal law. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, exceptional judgment, and the ability to navigate complex legal challenges in a collaborative public sector environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris doctor degree from an accredited institution
• Ten years or more of experience in the practice of law, with previous experience in municipal law required.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Licensed attorney admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, as well as in federal courts.

HOURS

Monday – Friday, 35 Hours per week 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., evening meetings as required

SALARY

$111,222.49 – $144,589.24