Deputy County Counsel I-IV

Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately to receive priority consideration. 

Recruitment will remain open until position is filled.

 The County of Riverside’s Office of the County Counsel has an opportunity for a Deputy County Counsel (I – IV) to support their Health & Adult Welfare Division (HAWD) working with RUHS Behavioral Health - Public Guardian.

As a team member working under general supervision, the Attorney will offer litigation and general advisory services, representing RUHS Behavioral Health-Public Guardian.

The ideal candidate will possess relevant experience with laws involving mental health, California, and Federal privacy and confidentiality rights governing health information and public social services. A proven ability to perform litigation and provide legal advice in a collaborative environment is necessary.

The level at which this position is offered is at the department's discretion.

Advancement:
Promotion to the Deputy County Counsel II, III, and IV levels is through a non-competitive process and based on demonstrated ability, satisfaction of the experience requirement and an overall meets expectation rating on the annual performance evaluation. 

Schedule:
A 9/80 with hybrid options after the training period and at the department's discretion. 

All Assignments:
Applicants must be an active member in good standing with the California State Bar. 

Meet the Team!
The Office of County Counsel is a full-service law office that provides advisory and litigation support on issues of vital concern to the County and its residents such as health care, public safety, child welfare, land development, environmental protection, public finance, taxation and elections.