HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-099-11/04/2014-APPROVING THE POSITION PROFILE FOR THE CITY ATTORNEY SEARCH PROCESS RESOLUTION 2014-099
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
APPROVING THE POSITION PROFILE FOR
THE CITY ATTORNEY SEARCH PROCESS
WHEREAS, on August 19, 2014, City Council adopted Resolution 2014-076 adopting a
plan and target schedule for the recruitment and selection of the City Attorney; and
WHEREAS, an important step in that process is the development of a position profile to
be used to promote the position to potential candidates and to assist the recruiter in narrowing the
pool of applicants to those most qualified for the City Attorney position; and
WHEREAS, the Council Committee and the recruiter have created, with the assistance of
key stakeholders, a proposed position profile; and
WHEREAS, the proposed position profile is attached as Exhibit "A" and incorporated
herein by this reference, for the City Council's review and approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FORT COLLINS that the position profile attached as Exhibit "A" is hereby approved by the City
Council for use in the City Attorney position recruitment and selection process.
Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins this 4th
day of November, A.D. 2014.
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Fort Collins , home to Colorado State University,
has a population of 155 , 400 within 56 square
miles and is located at the northern edge of the
picturesque Rocky Mountain Front Range . Fort
Collins is consistently ranked among the top
cities by national magazines and organizations
for its great schools , low crime , good jobs in the
high -tech field , and fantastic outdoor life . The
community is highly educated with 79 percent
more college graduates than the national
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average , In addition , the community 's median
family income is $ 76 , 700 which is 20 percent
greater than the national average . Fort Collins
is sixty miles north of Denver and the Denver
International Airport.
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2012 Top
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History
French trappers first established a campsite along the Cache La Poudre River in
the 1700 's . Due to western expansion the U . S . government established a military
outpost to protect settlers as they made their way across the prairie and over the
continental divide . Business people were attracted to the area and claimed the area
known as Fort Collins as the military left the region in 1868 .
Flash forward one hundred years as Fort Collins became an early hub of technology
with the relocation of high tech companies in the 19701s . The tech boom and bust
in the 2000 's attracted a new kind of resident—entrepreneurial , innovative , and
creative , embracing the pioneer spirit that settled the region originally.
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Economy
Fort Collins has a strong economy anchored by the Colorado State University (CSU )
campus with nearly 25 , 000 students and 7 , 000 employees . Founded in 1870 as
a land grant college , students from every state and 95 foreign countries attend
+�. CSU . Graduate and undergraduate degrees are offered in nine colleges , and CSU is
known for major research advances in agriculture, engineering , veterinary sciences ,
technology, and water.
Major private sector employers in Fort Collins include Hewlett Packard ( 1 , 250
employees) , Poudre Valley Hospital (3 , 000 employees ) , and Woodward , Inc . ( 1 , 300) .
Robert Havlick Award Innovation occurs across industry sectors in Fort Collins . Craft brewer, bioscience ,
software , hardware, water innovation , and clean energy companies contribute
for Innovation in Local ideas , inventions , and products that positively impact the local economy.
Government recognizing In 2010 , 225 patents were registered to researchers , scientists , and entrepreneurs
in Fort Collins .
the Sustainability Services
Known as the community's " crown jewel " Downtown Fort Collins has a large
Area formation selection of eclectic , unique shops and restaurants . In the summer public plazas
invite social gatherings and outdoor concerts . Old Town Square , a pedestrian only
business district , is a vibrant hub of activity for all ages with outdoor patios and
regularly scheduled entertainment .
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Platinum Bicycle Friendly Community
League of American Bicyclists , May 2013
Education
The Poudre School District ( PSD ) serves approximately 24 , 000 students and
includes four high schools in Fort Collins and the surrounding area . In addition
there are several charter schools in Fort Collins including Ridgeview Classical
Schools which was rated among the top ten charter high schools in the nation
( U. S. News & World Report, December 2008) . For more information about PSD ,
please visit psdschools. org.
Additional educational institutions in Fort Collins include Front Range Community
College, the Institute of Business and Medical Careers , University of Phoenix,
and Regis College .
Recreation
With 875 acres of developed park land including six community parks and
49 neighborhood/pocket parks , recreation opportunities abound in Fort Collins .
The City also maintains 30 , 000 acres of natural areas and more than
32 miles of recreational trails .
Money Magazine ranked Fort Collins
6th Best Place to Live in the Nation in 2010
City Government
Fort Collins was incorporated in 1873 and has operated under the council/manager
form of government since 1939 . The City Council consists of six district Council
To provide world - class Members elected on a non - partisan basis for four-year terms and a Mayor elected
municipal services through at- large on a non - partisan basis for a two-year term . The Mayor Pro Tern is chosen
operational excellence and from among the entire Council and serves a two-year term . The City has 27 Boards
a culture of innovation . and Commissions that provide advice and recommendations to the City Council on
issues such as affordable housing , art in public places , the environment , human
relations , and the needs of senior citizens , youth , and women .
Exceptional service for an The City Council appoints a City Manager who is responsible for managing
exceptional community. municipal operations that consist of a $504 million calendar-year budget and
2 , 299 FTE 's . The current City Manager has worked for the City for 17 years and was
appointed City Manager in 2004 . In addition to traditional municipal services , the
Outstanding Services City has an electric utility, a regional airport jointly owned by the City of Fort Collins
Innovation and Creativity and the City of Loveland , and the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery which was
Respect created through a unique public/ private partnership .
Integrity Fort Collins ' voters have approved many capital improvement initiatives over the
Initiative last forty years that have created new amenities and addressed municipal needs
including two additional parks , a new City office building , a transit center, a
Collaboration and Teamwork downtown parking structure , and a horticulture center. The City has implemented
Stewardship these initiatives in a fiscally prudent manner as evidenced by its AAA bond rating .
Each year the "World Class People" program recognizes City employees for their
outstanding service , teamwork, individuality, and creativity. This is an opportunity
to demonstrate how City employees contribute to making Fort Collins a great
community. When past honorees were asked what they liked most about working
for the City, most cited the people they worked with and the opportunity to make a
difference in their community. Also , in a recent survey of City employees 60 percent
indicated the City of Fort Collins is the best place they have ever worked .
The City and community have received more than 60 honors and awards over the
last several years that recognize the quality of life and economic and environmental
sustainability that exists in Fort Collins . To view a list of these honors and awards ,
please visit the following web site fcgov. com/visitor.
City Attorney Position
The City Attorney serves as the chief legal advisor to City Attorney responsibilities include :
the City of Fort Collins Colorado , and is responsible On a day-to-day basis , consult with and assist all the City
for providing sound and efficient legal services to departments with matters for which they require guidance,
City Council , City manager, boards , commissions , including contract drafting and interpretation , personnel legal
questions , Municipal Code and Charter interpretation , building
and other City staff in matters relating to their official codes and other areas related to municipal law.
powers and duties . Responsibilities include planning ,
Participates in the preparation and presentation of cases , renders
staffing and supervising the legal service needs of the legal opinions , and prepares court papers , contracts , ordinances ,
City. Provides legal representation for the City in all resolutions , deeds and leases . Work is performed with technical
actions or suits in which the City is a party. independence in accordance with accepted practices .
The City Attorney is appointed by the City Council Attend all meetings of the City Council and some City Council
and is directly responsible to the City Council for the committee meetings and draft all ordinances , contracts and other
functions and duties assigned by the provisions of the instruments as required by the City Charter, ordinances or the
City Charter and Municipal Code . The City Attorney Council .
serves at the pleasure of the City Council . Consult with the City Manager's Office regarding all manner of
things which have legal implications for the City and relate to the
City Manager's official duties and powers .
Effectively and efficiently manage the use of outside legal counsel
and consultants .
Responsible for all prosecution in the Fort Collins Municipal Court .
Responsible for the management of the City Attorney's Office ,
including the hiring of assistant city attorneys and other legal
staff. Responsible for drafting and managing the departmental
budget .
Prepares and approves proposed ordinances for consideration by
the Mayor and Council .
Reviews the legality and/or sufficiency of contracts , bonds , bids ,
leases , insurance , and claims .
Represents the City in lawsuits and administrative hearings .
Serves the City's interests in various contract negotiations .
Manages , supervises , and reviews the work of legal and support
staff , (currently consisting of 10 attorneys , 2 paralegals , and 3
support staff) as well as , managing the office budget , support
contracts , etc .
Researches , interprets , and applies laws , court decisions , and
other legal authority in the preparation of opinions and briefs .
Analyzes legislation including proposed state and federal
legislation affecting the City.
Supervisory Duties : Strong organizational and time- management skills with ability
This position is responsible for supervision of City employees . to prioritize key initiatives and manage workflow in complex
This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance environment with many stakeholders who have " must do " projects
with applicable laws and the policies of the organization and City Politically astute yet apolitical
Attorney's Office. Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
interviewing, hiring, and training employees ; planning , assigning and Excellent public presentation skills with experience making
directing work; appraising performance ; rewarding and disciplining presentations to City Councils or comparable groups
employees ; addressing complaints and resolving problems . Able to inspire and motivate City Attorney staff.
Job Requirements : Compensation
The minimum job requirements are: 1 ) graduation from a school of The salary for the City Attorney position is dependent on experience
law accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctor and qualifications . The following benefits package are provided :
Degree ; and 2 ) high - level government management experience with Medical , dental , and vision insurance
at least ten years ' experience in the practice of law, including some
(6 months to 1 year) experience in municipal law and supervising Flexible spending accounts
one or more attorneys and other professional staff. Licensed to 401 ( a ) and 457 plans
practice law in the state of Colorado during his or her tenure in Paid vacation
office , but need not be so licensed prior to appointment . Equivalent
combinations of experience and education will be considered . Paid sick leave and long and short-term disability
Nine paid holidays
Desired Professional and Personal Attributes :
The following are the desired professional and leadership attributes Life insurance
for the Fort Collins ' City Attorney: Annual executive physical
Makes sound judgments and exhibit composure and patience Wellness programs
when dealing with stressful situations ; the ability to communicate Employee assistance program
effectively and diplomatically, both orally and in writing ,
with co-workers , City Council , boards and commissions and *The Citycontributes 10 percent of the employee 's salary into 401 (a)
the general public money purchase plan and matches up to 3 percent of employee
Superior knowledge of municipal legal issues with a demonstrated contributions to 457 deferred compensation plan.
mastery in areas of the law as deemed necessary by City Council
Management skills and training which would allow the attorney to
effectively and efficiently manage the programs and personnel of To Apply:
the City Attorneys Office Please send your resume and cover letter in a Word format with
Efficiently operate a personal computer and perform word
current salary to slavin@bellsouth.netby November 24 , 2014 .
processing tasks For additional information about this job , please contact :
Work evenings , weekends and holidays as necessary to accomplish Robert E . Slavin , President
job tasks or as requested by City Council Slavin Management Consultants
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Strong, tactful , and powerful communicator who explains slavin@bellsouth. net
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complex issues
Works with a sense of urgency in a positive and
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personable manner Paul Wenbert, Western Regional Manager
Management Consultants
Embraces continuous improvement philosophy and is quick Slavin Slavin 4-2676
study on addressing barriers to change pwconsulting@cox. net
Experience with performance management and evaluation An Equal Opportunity Recruiter/Employer
of services
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