Assistant City Attorney

City Attorney’s Office

Application deadline: Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online

Permanent full-time position available

Wage: $85,529.60 – $123,697.60 (starting wage contingent upon experience)

Eligible employer under Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program:

https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#qualifying-repayment-plans

Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. Evening hours as required.

Job summary:

Under general supervision from City Attorney, provides legal services to City Council, staff, boards and commissions.

Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited educational institution. Current law students scheduled to receive their J.D. in May 2026 are eligible for hire. Admission to Iowa Bar to practice law in Iowa courts required no later than September 30, 2026. Must pass criminal background check.

Preferred qualifications:

Current admission to practice law in Iowa courts. Three years of related experience. 

 More information:

A full job description including a listing of essential duties and responsibilities, and necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities is available at www.icgov.org/jobs under Job Descriptions.

It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees.

About City of Iowa City

Located 3 hours west of Chicago, Iowa City is a progressive and growing community of approximately 65,000. As the home of the University of Iowa, it offers many cultural, recreational and sporting activities associated with a college town. It contains a historic and vibrant downtown, many historic neighborhoods as well as newer residential areas. The City employs around 600 permanent employees in a wide range of departments and divisions.

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