Senior Litigator (Assistant City Attorney V)

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THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in a collaborative environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive and grow while fulfilling our Mission.

CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE

The City Attorney’s Office provides legal representation and advice to the City Council, Boards and Commissions, and all City officers and staff on matters affecting the City’s operations and governance. The office handles a broad range of municipal legal work, including complex civil litigation, constitutional law, municipal operations, employment matters, public safety issues, and regulatory enforcement.

The office is staffed by seven full-time attorneys (the City Attorney, Chief Assistant City Attorney, Assistant Prosecutor, and four Assistant City Attorneys), one investigator, one Business Manager, and five professional support staff who work as a close and collaborative team.

Attorneys in the office regularly work across departments including Public Works, Community Development, Human Resources, Parks and Recreation, the Airport, Waterfront, Police, and Fire. The office is known for its high level of collaboration, strategic problem solving, and direct engagement with City leadership on significant legal matters affecting municipal policy, operations, and risk management.