Assistant Town Attorney- Land Use and Litigation, Legal Job at Town of Barnstable, Hyannis, MA

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  • Town of Barnstable
  • Hyannis, MA

Job Description

The Town of Barnstable is seeking to hire an Assistant Town Attorney who will be responsible for litigation, zoning and land use and other regulatory matters, and who will assist the Town Attorney in advising Town employees and board and committee members on legal issues affecting the Town. The Assistant Town Attorney will represent the Town in legal proceedings and quasi-judicial or administrative proceedings before courts and regulatory agencies. The successful candidate will: have a Juris Doctor degree, be admitted to practice in Massachusetts and be admitted or eligible to practice in federal court; and have at least 7 years of litigation experience, including at least 5 years of municipal experience or equivalent. Zoning and land use and real estate experience preferred. Experience with affordable housing and trusts a plus. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively, possess excellent judgment and have strong research and writing skills. Must be able to prioritize and multi-task. Position has the ability to work remotely up to 4 days per week. May be required to attend Town Council and other night meetings.

The Town of Barnstable (population 49,000) is made up of seven distinct villages, each with their own unique character: Barnstable, Centerville, Cotuit, Hyannis, Marstons Mills, Osterville and West Barnstable. In addition, Barnstable is considered the “hub” of Cape Cod with the largest healthcare facilities, retail shopping centers and major transportation operations including the Barnstable Municipal Airport, Cape Cod Regional Transportation Authority that offers bus service, the Steamship Authority that provides passenger and freight services to the Islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. Barnstable has a budget of over $200 million and has enjoyed a AAA bond rating for several years.

Annual Salary: $130,729 to $156,233 commensurate with experience. Apply on-line at https://townofbarnstable.us/Departments/HumanResources/Employment-Opportunities.asp

Application Deadline: August 8, 2025

The Town of Barnstable is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer.

Job Tags

Remote work, Night shift,

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