Assistant City Attorney - Odessa, TX

Odessa, Texas is hiring two Assistant City Attorneys with a salary range from $105,771 to $160,000, plus strong public sector benefits.

The position is open until filled. First review deadline
5 p.m. | May 10, 2026

These roles offer hands-on municipal law experience in a high-impact city organization.

Please email your cover letter and resume in .pdf format to applyodessaACA@clearcareerpro.com or Click HERE to apply to this Role

Faxed and mailed submissions will not be considered.

For More Information Contact:
Kelly Kuenstler, Vice President
Clear Career Professionals
(214) 550-2850 Ex 6
kelly@clearcareerpro.com

Preparation & Prosecution of Municipal Court Cases occurring within the Odessa City Limits

• Review police reports, complaints & citations for case review & charging decisions

• Draft pleadings, plea offer and legal motions

• Present cases using facts, case law and legal precedence

• Represent the City in Municipal Court for all dockets

• Conduct factual & legal analysis to determine prosecutorial strategy

Legal Opinions & Advisory Work

• Interpret city ordinances & state law and analyze legislation and its potential impact on the City

• Provide legal opinions to city departments and leadership

• Review documents, policy & operational issues for legal sufficiency

• Draft motions, memoranda, correspondence & appellate documents

• Review & approve contracts, resolutions, ordinances and public communications

• Ensure city’s compliance with local, state and federal law

Code Enforcement and Administrative Proceedings

• Prepare and prosecution city code violations

• Represent the City in administrative hearings and other legal proceedings

• Manage case preparation for code related enforcement actions

Risk Management & Liability Reduction

• Identify legal risks and recommend mitigation strategies

• Ensure city operations comply with legal standards

• Protect the city’s interests in all assigned matters

The Assistant City Attorney will be a collaborative and ethical team player. They must possess excellent communication skills and a commitment to public service. Presentation of the right candidate will combine legal expertise with strategic vision to support Odessa’s long term success.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate Degree is required or a reasonable expectation of obtaining in an acceptable transition period.

Knowledge of:

• State of Texas criminal and civil statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies & procedures, and applicable Federal rules & regulations

• Texas judicial procedures and rules of evidence

• Legal precedents and court decisions impacting municipal government

• Municipal government functions, political environments, and confidentiality standards

• Principles & protocols for the evidentiary gathering of information, documents, financial records and other data that may be used in court and legal proceedings

• Texas court protocols and practices and law enforcement agency procedures

• Principles & practices of legal, ethical and professional rules of conduct

• Legal case management procedures, ethics and techniques

Must have or acquire knowledge of:

• Legal precedents and court decisions impacting municipal government

• Current political & economic trends in municipal, state and federal government

• Local community issues & regional community resources available to citizens

Skills:

• Analyzing complex legal administrative issues, interpreting laws & regulations, evaluating alternatives and developing recommendations, strategies and operational improvements

• Interpreting and applying criminal & civil laws to information, evidence and other data compiled

• Prosecuting cases in a courtroom, presenting legal arguments and mediating legal issues

• Using effective interrogative procedures and recognizing suspicious & deceitful behavior patterns

• Reviewing & assessing legal issues & documents

• Working independently, maintaining composure & discretion and working effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities

• Prioritizing and completing assignments with minimum supervision

• Explaining federal & state rules and regulations and City policies & procedures while exercising the highest degree of confidentiality

• Reviewing & maintaining records, compiling technical information and managing official records

• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects & demands

• Establishing & maintaining cooperative working relationships and open communication with City employees, law enforcement agencies, court and justice system representatives and advocate groups

• Communicating effectively verbally, and in writing.

License and Certification Requirements: Must be a member of the Texas State Bar Association, licensed to practice law in the State of Texas, and remain active with all Texas Bar annual requirements, or have a reasonable expectation of obtaining in an acceptable transition period.

Please email your cover letter and resume in .pdf format to applyodessaACA@clearcareerpro.com or Click HERE to apply to this Role

Faxed and mailed submissions will not be considered.

For More Information Contact:
Kelly Kuenstler, Vice President
Clear Career Professionals
(214) 550-2850 Ex 6
kelly@clearcareerpro.com