SEQUIM — Kristina Nelson-Gross will begin work as Sequim city attorney June 1.
Nelson-Gross, who currently serves as a deputy prosecuting attorney with the Clallam County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, replaces City Attorney Craig Ritchie, who will retire June 3.
The City Council confirmed her hiring Monday.
“I really appreciate Kristina’s energy and enthusiasm,” Mayor Dennis Smith said.
“Her experience working in the county prosecutor’s office will be very beneficial to the city, and I very much look forward to working with her,” he said.
Nelson-Gross’ previous employment includes private practice and a three-year employment contract with the city of Sequim in which she managed the critical areas and shoreline ordinance updates and assisted the city attorney’s office in other legal matters.
“I am very excited about this opportunity to work with the city of Sequim,” Nelson-Gross said.
“The city is involved in some innovative projects, and I’m looking forward to being a part of the team.”
Nelson-Gross is a graduate of Clallam Bay High School. She earned a bachelor’s degree in social science from Washington State University and a Doctor of Law from Seattle University Law School.
“Kristina is an outstanding addition to our team,” City Manager Charlie Bush said.
“She brings a wealth of local knowledge, a strong work ethic and a collaborative spirit to the position of city attorney.”
