Search for Winder City Solicitor Coming to a Close

On Sept. 30, the quest for a new city solicitor for the Winder Municipal Court will end.

Originally announced Aug. 25, the city of Winder has issued a request for proposals from potential candidates. The role of the city solicitor is to perform “advanced professional legal work involving the prosecution of suspects in misdemeanor criminal cases and participates in administrative and research functions in civil areas when directed. The Solicitor will prosecute cases within the jurisdiction of the City Charter, ordinances, and Georgia State Statutes that are within the original jurisdiction of the Winder Municipal Court.”

In the event that you would like to be considered for the appointment of a one-year term as city solicitor, you have until close of business on Friday, Sept. 30, to deliver your original proposal packet and two copies of your proposal in person to the office of city of Winder Finance Director, Leslie Henderson, at . City hall will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Proposal packets must include the following:

• Signed and completed RFP
• Resume
• Cover Letter and statement of qualifications
• Georgia State Bar numbers for all attorneys
• Three professional references with addresses and phone numbers
• Release allowing the city of Winder access to all GSBA disciplinary investigations and/or actions
• Copy of current professional liability insurance, name of carrier and policy number, policy exclusions, if any, and current coverage amounts
• Fee schedule for any additional time required not included during the typical day of court (approximately 8 a.m. to noon)

Interested candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Education and experience: Minimum qualifications include a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, a license to practice law in the state of Georgia membership in the Georgia State Bar Associations and three years experience as a practicing attorney
• Knowledge, skills and abilities: Knowledge of proper courtroom procedure and the rules of evidence; working knowledge of criminal law; working knowledge of local ordinances, laws, and procedures; skill in basic supervisory principles and practices; ability to grasp complex factual data, draw appropriate conclusions and an ability to communicate complex legal ideas to a variety of audiences in clear, comprehensive and professional manner; the ability to read, interpret, apply and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the city administration, city council, municipal judge, police department, court staff and the general public

For more information, please review the City of Winder Request for Proposals for City Solicitor document online.

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