City Attorney Salary in Watertown, SD

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How much does a City Attorney make in Watertown, SD? The average City Attorney salary in Watertown, SD is $92,878 as of August 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $80,016 and $107,643. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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What is a City Attorney?

A City Attorney can be an elected or appointed position in city and municipal government in the United States. The City Attorney is the attorney representing the city or municipality. In some small towns, the City Attorney is usually a lawyer in private practice and handles only governmental matters. In other towns or cities, he or she also prosecutes minor crimes. A City Attorney generally handles all legal matters for the city, from traffic tickets to civil lawsuits to acting as a general counsel, giving legal advice for city departments. Areas of focus may include: Civil claims against...

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City of Dallas - Dallas , TX

The Dallas City Attorney's Office is seeking an energetic, self-motivated attorney with at least five years of relevant experience to fill a full-time position in the General Counsel Division

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City Attorney

The Hawkins Company - Inglewood , CA

The City Attorney, under the direction of the Mayor, reports to the City Council, is the legal counsel for the city and advises the City Council, boards, commissions, and City staff. The City ...

LinkedIn - 26 days ago

Deputy City Attorney, Code Enforcement Team - San Francisco

The San Mateo County Bar Association - San Francisco , CA

Deputy City Attorney, Code Enforcement Team - San Francisco The San Francisco City Attorney's Office is looking for a qualified and motivated attorney to join its Code Enforcement Team. The Team is a ...

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Criminal Defense Attorney

Matthew Lopez Law, PLLC - Phoenix , AZ

Past experience at a public defender's office, county/city attorney's office, or an Arizona ... criminal defense law firm. * Handling misdemeanor and felony cases; Matthew Lopez Law provides a ...

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Commercial Litigation Attorney, Law Firm, Century City, CA

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Commercial Litigation Attorney --This role is not posted on the law firms website. Location : Los Angeles, CA - Century City Compensation : $175k- $275k - Can vary on experience and other factors I ...

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We Are Legal Revolution - Jersey City , NJ

Based in Jersey City, this position offers a dynamic work environment supported by a large firm ... Insurance Defense Attorney * Handle insurance defense cases, including litigation and settlement ...

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What does a City Attorney do?

Common responsibilities of a City Attorney

Demonstrated project management skills and abilities, including the ability to determine overall plans, outline tasks, delegate responsibilities, set deadlines, get feedback, review and report results.

March 25, 2023

Requires an equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience, that provides the knowledge, skill, and ability required to perform the essential functions of the position.

May 18, 2023

Reviews the legality and/or sufficiency of contracts, bonds, bids, leases, insurance, deeds, easements, and other documents that have legal, financial and/or policy implications.

November 04, 2022

Assist or take lead in drafting contracts, deeds, ordinances, resolutions, intergovernmental agreements, property transaction documents and legal memoranda to assure legal protection for the City in conformance with applicable local, state and federal laws.

February 25, 2023

Provide day-to-day legal advice to the City Manager, City department heads and staff including the community development, growth management, engineering and infrastructure, police, fire, finance, accessibility, communications, city recorder, code enforcement, municipal court, purchasing, public works, airport, affordable housing, and economic development departments.

March 12, 2023

Prepare drafts and/or review the legality of legislation, ordinances, resolutions, administrative policies, contracts, deeds, leases and other legal documents and instruments.

April 01, 2023

Maintains active liaison with City, County, District Attorney, courts and other agencies that interact with the Police Department.

April 29, 2023

Represents the City in lawsuits before Federal and State courts and in administrative hearings, including enforcement actions.

May 02, 2023

Performs described Essential Functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.

May 07, 2023

Attend and participate in meetings for, and provide legal support and advice to, City commissions, committees and boards.

May 21, 2023

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Average Salary Range for City Attorney in Watertown, SD

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80016

107643

92878

Average Total Cash Compensation

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115273

97233

What is the average salary for City Attorney in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of City Attorney in Watertown, SD. The base salary for City Attorney ranges from $80,016 to $107,643 with the average base salary of $92,878. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $82,593 to $115,273 with the average total cash compensation of $97,233.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$92,878	$80,016 - $107,643
Bonus	$4,355	$2,577 - $7,629
Total Pay	$97,233	$82,593 - $115,273

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

City Attorney Salary Near Watertown, SD

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Watertown, SD
CITY, STATE Brookings, SD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $79,093 - $106,402	COMPARE TO Watertown, SD
CITY, STATE Aberdeen, SD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $74,147 - $99,748	COMPARE TO Watertown, SD
CITY, STATE Sioux Falls, SD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $80,437 - $108,210	COMPARE TO Watertown, SD
CITY, STATE Saint Cloud, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,939 - $115,611	COMPARE TO Watertown, SD
CITY, STATE West Fargo, ND	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $84,066 - $113,092	COMPARE TO Watertown, SD
CITY, STATE Fargo, ND	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $84,066 - $113,092	COMPARE TO Watertown, SD

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About Watertown, South Dakota

Watertown is a city in and the county seat of Codington County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 21,482 at the 2010 census. It is the fifth largest city in South Dakota. It is also the principal city of the Watertown Micropolitan Statistical Area, which includes all of Codington and Hamlin counties. Watertown is home to the Redlin Art Center which houses many of the original art works produced by Terry Redlin, one of America's most popular wildlife artists. Watertown also is home to the Bramble Park Zoo and the Watertown Regional Library. The Watertown Public Opinion is a six-da...

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