City Attorney

City of Sacramento, California

City Attorney
Annual salary: $178,300.18 to $351,048.19
Includes generous benefits: CalPERS retirement, health, dental, and vision coverage, generous leave, and monthly technology and vehicle stipends.
First resume review: Monday, November 24, 2025.

Shape the Future of California's Capital.

The City of Sacramento is seeking a highly skilled, solutions-oriented City Attorney to serve as the City's chief legal officer and trusted advisor to the City Council, boards, commissions, and departments. This executive leader will oversee a talented legal team providing counsel on complex and high-profile matters that shape the future of one of the nation's most dynamic, diverse, and livable cities.

The Ideal Candidate
The next City Attorney will be a strategic legal thinker and steady leader who embodies integrity, professionalism, and collaboration. With deep expertise in California municipal law and an ability to navigate the intersections of law, policy, and governance, this individual will approach challenges with creativity and pragmatism–beginning with "how we can" rather than "why we can't." A seasoned manager and mentor, the City Attorney will cultivate a culture of trust, excellence, and accountability while providing balanced, objective counsel to elected officials and City leadership.

Apply Now
For more information and to apply, visit: https://cpshr.us/recruitment/2538

For more information contact:

Pam Derby
CPS HR Consulting
(916) 263-1401

To view an online brochure for this position visit: https://online.flipbuilder.com/kper/kpdi
City of Sacramento website: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov



The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer.