County Court Deputy District Attorney

Jefferson County CO•Golden, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Deputy District Attorney with the First Judicial District Attorney's Office, you will advocate on behalf of the People of the State of Colorado with an eye toward just outcomes that are grounded in evidence-based decision making and safeguarding our community, while reducing unequal treatment of individuals involved in the criminal justice system. The anticipated hiring range is $91,500.00 to $117,000.00 USD Annually. Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills. Additional duties include serving as 24-hour on-call legal support to law enforcement and responding to the scenes of major traffic incidents.

Requirements

JD is required.
Qualified applicants will be licensed attorneys or law school graduates eligible for admission to the Colorado bar.
Upon hire, must gain admission to the Colorado bar and remain licensed to practice law in Colorado.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to those already admitted to the Colorado Bar over those awaiting admission, bar exam results, or sitting for the July Bar.

Responsibilities

Managing a county court docket, developing trial skills, and representing the Office of the District Attorney
Working collaboratively with office and court staff; meeting with victims, witnesses, and defense attorneys
Assisting in the preparation of briefs, opinions, motions, and pleadings as well as other legal documents and routine correspondence; conducting legal research
Demonstrating the essential trial skills involved in jury selection, opening statements, direct and cross-examination, and closing arguments
Exercising discretion for appropriate charging, disposition of cases, and sentencing recommendations.
Evaluating cases holistically to determine the best outcome for all parties
Attending various trainings on the role of a prosecutor, understanding various diversion and treatment options, and other restorative justice programs
Serving as 24-hour on-call legal support to law enforcement and responding to the scenes of major traffic incidents.