Do you think in pictures, love solving problems and want to learn new things? The City of Virginia Beach is seeking a conscientious and creative attorney to join the City Attorney's Real Estate Section. Experience in commercial real estate transactions, or complex contacting matters would be a plus, but if you have solid problem-solving and communication skills, a positive attitude, and you pride yourself on your attention to detail, you should apply.
As an Attorney with the City, you will build client relationships with people at all levels of government and will assist multiple City departments to achieve their real estate needs in Virginia's largest city. In addition, you will negotiate, interpret and draft leases, easements, franchises, agreements of sale, and other municipal real estate contracts; identify and resolve plat and title issues; handle real estate closings; advise the City Council, and City of Virginia Beach Development Authority on real estate, policy and public-private development matters; prepare City Council ordinances and resolutions; give presentations with maps and law; and research, write and advise on a variety of real estate matters.
Candidates must have active membership in good standing in the Virginia State Bar. Candidates with at least 5 years of relevant experience may qualify for Associate City Attorney.
The workday is typically Monday -Friday 8-5 (or 9-6), however the City Attorney's Office supports flexible work schedules and a healthy work-life balance for its valued employees. The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and annual/sick leave. Residency in the City of Virginia Beach is not required.
This position will be filled as an Assistant City Attorney or Associate City Attorney, with compensation depending on the qualifications of the selected applicant. The associated pay grade and range is as follows:
• Assistant City Attorney: A17, $80,221.47 - $124,343.28
• Associate City Attorney: A21, $97,509.70 - $151,140.04
This posting is open until filled, with a first review date of November 5, 2025.