THE OPPORTUNITY
The City of Folsom, CA offers a rare opportunity for a visionary legal leader to help guide one of Northern California’s most dynamic communities. Known for its exceptional quality of life, strong fiscal stewardship, and collaborative civic culture; from the charm of the Folsom Historic District to the scenic beauty of Folsom Lake - Folsom is a city where innovation and tradition meet. As City Attorney, the successful candidate will partner closely with elected officials and an accomplished executive team to shape policy, navigate complex municipal challenges, and support a forward-thinking community committed to thoughtful growth, public trust, and service excellence. This is a unique chance to make a lasting impact in a city that values integrity, creativity, and leadership.
ABOUT FOLSOM
Folsom is a dynamic and vibrant city of approximately 92,000 residents, nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, just 20 miles east of Sacramento. Known for its affluent, family-oriented neighborhoods, Folsom offers a suburban feel with tree-lined streets, top-performing schools, and a strong sense of civic pride. The city’s ideal location provides easy access to many major metropolitan areas, such as Sacramento – California's State Capital, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, and the California Coast. The city has been named the best place to raise a family in California, has been ranked as one of the safest cities in the U.S., is listed as one of the most livable small cities in California, is noted as one of the best places in California to find a job, and has two schools that were selected as best high schools in the country. In short, Folsom offers a harmonious blend of historic richness and contemporary living, making it a compelling city for families, professionals, and anyone seeking quality of life, safety, and community engagement.
THE CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
The City Attorney’s Office provides sound legal advice and support to City officials, working collaboratively to implement policies set by the City Council, and diligently advocating for the City’s interests. The City Attorney’s Office advises the City Manager, City Council, appointed commissions, and City staff in the conduct of City business; prepares legal documents; and represents the City’s interest in civil litigation and administrative proceedings. Additionally, the City Attorney’s Office advises City officials regarding actions that are authorized or required to establish, implement, and enforce City laws and policies; and prepares legal documents to implement those City laws and policies, including ordinances, resolutions, regulations, and contracts. With a budget of $1.38 million, the City Attorney’s Office provides its services through a staff of three positions.
THE POSITION
Reporting to the City Manager, the City Attorney is the City’s chief legal officer. The City Attorney is responsible for advising the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager on all legal matters pertaining to the City. Additionally, the City Attorney advises City departments regarding laws pertaining to City operations and represents the City in court and in all legal and administrative proceedings. The principal role of the City Attorney is to provide legal representation and give legal advice to a broad array of City officials. Most importantly, the City Attorney advises and represents the City Council and all City Councilmembers with respect to their official activities. Some of the essential job duties of the City Attorney are advising the City Council, individual Council Members, the City Manager, and department heads regarding the law relating to City affairs; representing the City in all legal proceedings; preparing all ordinances and other needed legal documents ; selecting and retaining specialist counsel when necessary for specialized legal services; reviewing and approving all City contracts as to legal form; and selecting, training, motivating, and evaluating personnel.
The City of Folsom seeks a trusted legal advisor and organizational leader who brings strong municipal law expertise, sound judgment, and a highly collaborative management style. The ideal candidate will serve as both a steady legal guardian for the City and a practical, solution-oriented partner to the City Council, City Manager, executive team, and departments—helping the organization move forward efficiently while managing risk thoughtfully and transparently.
QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is qualifying. The most attractive candidates will possess the following:
Education: A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school is required.
Experience: Five years of experience in the active practice of public law in the State of California. Extensive experience in a municipal setting in the active practice of law, including litigation, is desirable.
License: Active membership in the State Bar of California and admittance to practice before all State and Northern Federal District Courts in California is required.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for the City Attorney is $252,275 to $306,931, with placement in the range dependent on qualifications. In addition, the City of Folsom offers an excellent executive benefit package including retirement provided by CalPERS. Classic members are enrolled in the 2% @ 55 formula, while PEPRA members are enrolled in the 2% @ 62 formula. The employer and employee both contribute 6.2% to Social Security and 1.45% to Medicare.
For additional benefit information, interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed recruitment brochure at www.mosaicpublic.com/careers.
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive résumé and compelling cover letterno later than Monday, May 18, 2026, at:
mosaicpublic.com/careers
This recruitment will be handled with strict confidentiality until such a time as finalists have been identified. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.
Confidential inquiries are welcomed to:
Bryan Noblett | bryan@mosaicpublic.com | (916) 217-3696
