Assistant Attorney General - Special Prosecutions

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Special Prosecutions unit of the Criminal Justice section is seeking an attorney to join its dynamic and collaborative legal team. The Unit offers the opportunity to practice in a variety of areas of law that requires strong collaboration within the team. The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced trial attorney comfortable with all areas of special prosecutions, including prosecuting persons crimes and economic crimes. If you are looking for a fulfilling role within a great team that offers the opportunity to thoroughly prepare and present your cases, apply today! Application will be reviewed, and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Interested parties are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. This attorney is a part of the Special Prosecutions Unit within the Criminal Justice Section. The position primarily advises and assists local district attorneys and investigators in the investigation and prosecution of complex, multi-jurisdictional felony offenses. Litigation may include state grand jury investigations, charging decisions, drafting indictments and other pleadings, pre-trial motions practice, discovery, voir dire, trial, and post-trial litigation. Frequent overnight travel within the State of Colorado will be required. All prosecutions in which the team participates involve extensive legal research and pre-trial motions work, much of which is performed by the team attorney assigned to the case. The attorney must possess superb analytical abilities and the proven writing skills necessary to provide superior support in motions practice. In addition, the attorney must possess strong and proven litigation skills, which enable the attorney to consult and/or participate in all aspects of the prosecution, including discovery, hearings and all phases of the prosecution of complex felony offenses. This expertise includes being able to master the unique issues involved in conducting voir dire, trial, and managing the jury instructions. In addition to litigation skills, effective and ongoing communication with local prosecutors and local law enforcement is essential. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple attorney positions within the Criminal Justice section at Department of Law.

Requirements

Admitted to the Colorado Bar or clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and in good standing at the time of application.
At least 3 years of experience as a prosecutor at the district court felony level.
Exceptional litigation skills.
Exceptional analytical skills.
Exceptional writing skills.
Exceptional consultative communication skills.
Exceptional persuasive communication skills.
Working knowledge of the Colorado Rules of Criminal Procedure.
Working knowledge of the laws of arrest, search and seizure.
Working knowledge of procedures for acquisition of evidence or determination of identity.
Ability to work with the statewide grand jury to investigate and charge cases.
Must provide at least one writing sample.

Nice To Haves

Background or demonstrated interest in prosecuting Homicides, Environmental Crimes, Human/Sex Trafficking, and/or complex Narcotics Trafficking including Opioid cases, Burglary, and various Fraud matters, as well as matters involving Tax Fraud, Election Fraud, and Money Laundering.
Interest or background in Cybercrime/Cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

Advises and assists local district attorneys and investigators in the investigation and prosecution of complex, multi-jurisdictional felony offenses.
Conducts state grand jury investigations.
Makes charging decisions.
Drafts indictments and other pleadings.
Engages in pre-trial motions practice.
Manages discovery.
Conducts voir dire.
Participates in trials.
Handles post-trial litigation.
Performs extensive legal research.
Provides superior support in motions practice.
Consults and/or participates in all aspects of prosecution, including discovery, hearings, and all phases of complex felony offenses.
Masters unique issues in conducting voir dire, trial, and managing jury instructions.
Communicates effectively and ongoing with local prosecutors and local law enforcement.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision health plans.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Paid holidays.
Retirement plans with Colorado PERA.
Vacation and sick leave earned each month.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program eligibility.
Free access to an on-site fitness center.
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible work schedules.
Professional development opportunities.
Employee discount program.
Employer-paid mental health and counseling services through Colorado State Employee Assistance Program.
Employer-paid annual attorney registration dues.
Employer-provided access to professional development training and CLE through PLI, Department of Law University and other entities.