Position Summary The functions listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or essential functions. Duties may be modified, assigned, or reassigned as operational needs evolve, consistent with applicable law. · Trying foreclosure cases for real estate taxes and other City municipal claims before the Court of Common Pleas. · Trying real property market value and exemption appeal cases before the Court of Common Pleas. · Handling some further appeals to Commonwealth Court from the above matters in collaboration with the Appeals Unit. · Representing the City, including the Sheriff’s Office, in various matters as defense counsel, including quiet title and conservatorship matters. · Handling appeals for real estate tax interest and penalties and disputes involving City real estate tax programs – including its Owner Occupant Payment Agreement (“OOPA”), Longtime Owner Occupant (“LOOP”), Senior Tax Freeze, and Homestead Exemption appeals – before the Tax Review Board and when further appealed to Common Pleas. · Drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs. · Researching and analyzing legal issues. Essential Functions · Attend all real estate tax assessment and exemption pre-trial conferences weekly, as well as argue nunc pro tunc assessment and exemption motions before the Court weekly · Attend Tax Review Board hearings as needed at least 3-5 hearings per month; · File intervention petitions and argue the City’s position in Act 135 conservatorship actions as needed; · Assist current Senior Attorney in defending voluminous motions and mandamus lawsuits filed against the Sheriff’s Office when needed; · Perform research and advise Revenue Chief Counsel on complicated issues of tax legislation, particularly pertaining to the Uniformity Clause of the Pennsylvania Constitution; · Assist on litigation strategies with junior attorneys in the Unit · Handle individual account problems assigned by Divisional Deputy; · Handle other litigation matters that may be assigned to the Unit. · Attending Motions Court hearings 2-3 days per week on average; · Handle individual account problems assigned by Divisional Deputy; · Handle other litigation matters that may be assigned to the Unit. Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities · Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, and agency rules and process; · Significant experience in the City of Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas · Ability to analyze large amounts of information, determine relevant facts, and propose viable solutions; · Ability to find what applicable laws and regulations apply to a specific matter; · Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. Must be able to clearly present and explain their case to arbitrators, Board members, opposing parties, or judges, and listen, answer questions, present to large groups and high-level officials and employ diplomacy in challenging situations. · Ability to effectively communicate complex rules and procedures to the public and to businesses. · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to identify and analyze legal issues within complex fact patterns. · Ability to foster and maintain a collegial, inclusive, and professional work environment. · Excellent writing, case management, negotiating, and trial skills. · Ability to support and supervise a team of attorneys and professional staff. · Ability to train professional legal staff as well as non-legal staff on applicable legal requirements. · Excellent judgment and critical thinking in high-pressure situations. · Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; · Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work on teams and collaborate with colleagues and clients;