City Attorney

City of Umatilla
Umatilla, Oregon United States  View Map
Posted: May 29, 2025
  • Salary: $122,016 – $165,264 annually DOQ USD Annually
  • Salary Top:$165,264
  • Negotiable/DOQ: Yes
  • Apply By: Jun 23, 2025
  • Full Time
  • Legal Services
  • Public Information and Intergovernmental Affairs
  • Other
  • Executive
  • Management
  • Job Description

    The City of Umatilla is seeking a City Attorney for this growing city of 8,256 situated along the banks of the Columbia River and the confluence of the Umatilla and Columbia Rivers, three hours east of Portland, Oregon. Umatilla is known for offering desert scenic beauty, easy access to outdoor recreation, and a quieter lifestyle within reach of bigger cities.   

     

    THE CITY OF UMATILLA 

    Incorporated in 1864, the City of Umatilla serves a population of 8,256 across 5.4 square miles with a total budget of $143 million and a team of 82 FTEs. Operating under the Council-Manager form of government, the six-member City Council is elected at large to staggered four-year terms.  Departments include Finance and Administrative Services, Community Development, Parks and Recreation, Police, and Public Works. 

     

    THE CITY ATTORNEY 

    The City Attorney is the chief legal counsel for the City and works under the direction of the City Manager. Responsibilities include providing legal services to the City via the City Manager and City Council, including guidance on a variety of topics such as public meetings, public records laws, employment law, and land use matters such as right of way and utility easements. 

     

    WHY APPLY 

    This is a unique opportunity to be the first in-house full-time City Attorney for the City of Umatilla. The new City Attorney will join a highly successful and cohesive leadership team in one of the fastest growing small cities in Eastern Oregon. The City of Umatilla is committed to preserving its small-town values and charm while addressing the demands of rapid growth and increased need for services. The City government works as a team across all levels, including the department directors, City Manager, and City Council. Over the past six years, the City’s general fund budget has increased substantially while maintaining healthy reserves and continues to support significant investments in quality-of-life improvements throughout the community. 

  • Job Requirements

    View the full position profile, job description, and benefits at gmphr.com 

  • Additional Information

    GMP Consultants is assisting the City of Umatilla with this search. Learn more at gmphr.com. The City of Umatilla is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First Review is June 23. 

  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • GMP Consultants
    • GMP Consultants

    GMP Consultants is a northwest-based public sector executive search firm with a collective 180 years of local government leadership experience.

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