Assistant County Attorney Associate

Jefferson County•Golden, CO

2d•$130,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Jefferson County seeks a passionate attorney to perform a variety of legal work for the Human Services team. This team provides legal representation and advice concerning child abuse and/or neglect investigations, dependency and neglect proceedings and appeals, juvenile delinquency matters, adult protection investigations and proceedings, mental health cases, drug and alcohol commitments, public assistance applications and appeals, liquor license violation prosecutions, civil collections, child support services, records requests and subpoenas. To be successful in this position, the Assistant County Attorney must be detail-oriented, have good organizational and negotiation skills, the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and establish and maintain working relationships with clients and co-workers. The Assistant County Attorney will work independently in a technologically advanced, fast-paced, sophisticated, and collegial work environment in our office with county clients and agencies, elected officials, and the public. The Jefferson County Attorney’s Office consists of 50 attorneys and staff members who work collaboratively to provide a full range of legal services to Jefferson County. The County Attorney’s Office provides flexibility in creating a hybrid work schedule, with both in-office and remote work opportunities that promote work-life balance.

Requirements

JD or LLB from an accredited law school.
Must be licensed to practice law in Colorado.
Must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Colorado.
A writing sample is required and must be attached in order to be considered for employment.
A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
Successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of two years’ experience of litigation is preferred.
Appellate writing samples are preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of legal work for the Human Services team.
Provide legal representation and advice concerning child abuse and/or neglect investigations, dependency and neglect proceedings and appeals, juvenile delinquency matters, adult protection investigations and proceedings, mental health cases, drug and alcohol commitments, public assistance applications and appeals, liquor license violation prosecutions, civil collections, child support services, records requests and subpoenas.
Work independently in a technologically advanced, fast-paced, sophisticated, and collegial work environment.
Establish and maintain working relationships with clients and co-workers.