City Attorney Jobs in Nebraska

City attorney jobs in Nebraska are concentrated in Omaha, Lincoln, and Bellevue, where municipal governments, utility authorities, and regional public agencies maintain ongoing legal staffing needs. The City of Omaha, the City of Lincoln, and the Nebraska Power Association are among the established employers with lasting demand for city attorneys, particularly in municipal governance, public contracts, and land use law. Openings range from entry-level assistant city attorney roles to senior and chief city attorney positions overseeing entire municipal legal departments. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles22
Top employerVoyage Health
Top cityOmaha, NE
Cities hiring9
Work type67% On-site
Top industryFood

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Lifeway Mobility Holdings LLC
Project Coordinator/Install Service Coordinator-Kansas City
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Project Coordinator/Install Service Coordinator-Kansas City
Lifeway Mobility Holdings LLC
Omaha, Nebraska
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$23 - $25/hr
11-50

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Evolve Therapy Services
Physical Therapist (PT) In House SNF (South Sioux City)
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Physical Therapist (PT) In House SNF (South Sioux City)
Evolve Therapy Services
Wayne, Nebraska
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Bachelor of Science

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Saia LTL Freight
Local City Driver
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Local City Driver
Saia LTL Freight
Norfolk, Nebraska
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$29.75 - $32.75/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Fortrex
Site Supervisor - Dakota City, NE
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Site Supervisor - Dakota City, NE
Fortrex
Dakota City, Nebraska
Corporate Training
Learning & Development
Project Management
High school diploma or GED

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Bring Your Passion to Women’s Health: LPN Opportunity at Mid-City OBGYN
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Bring Your Passion to Women’s Health: LPN Opportunity at Mid-City OBGYN
Mid-City OB-GYN, P.C.
Omaha, Nebraska
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing

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City Attorney Jobs by City in Nebraska

Where Nebraska roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Omaha
6 jobs
Dakota City
4 jobs
South Sioux City
3 jobs
Lincoln
2 jobs
Norfolk
2 jobs
Nebraska City
2 jobs
Wayne
1 job
Jackson
1 job
Falls City
1 job

City Attorney Job Market in Nebraska

A snapshot from current Nebraska openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

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Voyage Health3 open roles
Pediatric Home Service
Pediatric Home Service3 open roles
Fortrex
Fortrex2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Nebraska Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in city attorney jobs across Nebraska.

  • Active Nebraska State Bar Association license required to practice law in Nebraska
  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school required
  • Experience in municipal law, government contracts, or public administration preferred
  • Strong knowledge of Nebraska statutes, local ordinances, and administrative law
  • Ability to advise elected officials, city councils, and department heads on legal matters
  • Excellent written and oral advocacy skills for litigation and public hearings

City Attorney Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a city attorney in Nebraska?

To become a city attorney in Nebraska, you must earn a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and pass the Nebraska Bar Examination administered by the Nebraska Supreme Court Commission on Admission to the Bar. Once admitted, you can apply directly to municipal governments or public agencies. Most Nebraska cities prefer candidates with prior experience in municipal, government, or civil litigation work, though smaller municipalities may hire newly admitted attorneys for assistant city attorney roles.

Which companies hire city attorneys in Nebraska?

Companies currently hiring city attorneys in Nebraska include Voyage Health, Pediatric Home Service, and Fortrex, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Nebraska's largest municipal governments and public utility authorities tend to post the most consistent city attorney openings, particularly in Omaha and Lincoln.

Which Nebraska cities have the most city attorney jobs?

Omaha, Dakota City, and South Sioux City have the most city attorney openings in Nebraska. Omaha leads due to its size as the state's largest city and the concentration of municipal agencies, public authorities, and corporate headquarters that retain in-house government counsel, while Lincoln benefits from its role as the state capital and home to major state institutions and a large municipal government structure.

Are there remote city attorney jobs in Nebraska?

Yes, but they're rare. About 33% of city attorney openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting that the role fundamentally requires attending city council meetings, advising officials in person, and appearing in local courts. Research, contract drafting, and policy review are the functions most likely to allow flexible or remote arrangements within an otherwise on-site role.

How can I get hired as a city attorney in Nebraska with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for assistant city attorney positions with smaller Nebraska municipalities, many of which accept newly admitted bar members. Cities such as Bellevue, Grand Island, and Kearney regularly hire at the assistant level. Gaining experience through a clerkship with a Nebraska district or appellate court, or working in a county attorney's office, provides directly transferable credentials. A Nebraska law license in good standing and demonstrated coursework or externship experience in public law give entry-level candidates a meaningful edge.

Where can I find and apply to city attorney jobs in Nebraska?

You can find and apply to city attorney jobs in Nebraska on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nebraska openings in one place. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to whichever positions fit your background.

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