County Attorney

Job overview

The County Attorney role is onsite in Canandaigua, NY. The 2026 starting salary is $176,805 per year; the posting says the 2027 starting salary is expected to be $183,877. Ontario County’s County Attorney’s Office provides legal counsel to county leadership, departments, and officers. The attorney advises county officials, handles civil litigation, interprets regulations, and supports policy development and implementation. As head of the office, the County Attorney supervises attorneys, paralegals, and support staff while providing legal services across municipal matters.

What you'll do

• Advise the Board of Supervisors, County Administrator, and county officers
• prosecute and defend civil actions involving the county and its officers
• formulate and assist with county-wide policies
• employ and supervise office staff
• interpret federal, state, and local regulations
• review administrative expenses
• coordinate with other agencies
• prepare legal memoranda and opinions
• counsel department heads and county agencies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

county attorney

canandaigua ny

ontario county

municipal law

county counsel

civil litigation

policy development

staff supervision

new york state bar

juris doctor

$176,805 starting salary

2026 starting salary

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid holidays and leave
• 3% deferred compensation match
• health and dental insurance
• wellness program
• employee assistance program
• professional development training
• New York State Retirement pension.

Why this role

Requires a Juris Doctor, admission and good standing with the New York State Bar, at least 10 years of government or public-sector legal experience, and Ontario County residency at appointment; anticipated start date is December 14, 2026.

About the employer

Ontario County (Department of Human Resources) is hiring for this role. Industry: Other General Government Support. Sector: 92.