ST. CLOUD – Assistant City Attorney

Position can be filled no earlier than October 1, 2026, pending final adoption of the FY2026-27 budget by the City Council.

Help Shape the Future of St. Cloud

The City of St. Cloud is seeking an experienced, collaborative attorney to serve as our next Assistant City Attorney. This is an exceptional opportunity to join the City’s executive leadership team and provide strategic legal counsel that directly influences policy, operations, and the future of one of Central Florida’s fastest-growing communities.

Reporting to the City Manager, with day-to-day legal guidance from the City Attorney, you will serve as a trusted legal advisor to City leadership and departments, providing practical counsel on contracts, procurement, legislative matters, regulatory issues, and other complex municipal legal matters. The position also serves as Acting City Attorney, as directed, and supervises the Legal Assistant.

We’re looking for an attorney who combines sound legal judgment with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach and who is committed to public service. The ideal candidate embraces our core values of Accountability, Empowerment, Innovation, and Ownership, building trusted relationships while helping the City navigate opportunities and challenges with confidence.

This is more than a legal position; it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on a growing organization and the community it serves.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with flexibility for evening meetings and emergency response as needed.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.
• Must be an attorney eligible to practice law in Florida with an active Florida Bar license, in good standing with, and without formal disciplinary action, from the Florida Bar.
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience practicing law, with preference for experience in Florida municipal, county, or local government law.
• Prior experience supervising, mentoring, or providing formal work direction to administrative or legal support staff is preferred; the ability to delegate effectively and provide clear, constructive guidance to support staff is expected of this position.
• Demonstrated experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and review; experience with public procurement law is preferred.
• Experience with Florida’s Government-in-the-Sunshine Law and Public Records Act preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving history.