What Success Looks Like In This Job
We are seeking an entry level Assistant County Attorney for our civil office. This position will perform professional legal work for the County Attorney, including representation of the County in hearings and trials, and advising the Board of County Commissioners, elected officials, and directors. Primarily, this position will litigate zoning, code enforcement, and land use matters on behalf of the County. Assignments are subject to change and attorneys may perform any of the work of the County Attorney’s office.
Examples of Duties for Success
Important and essential duties vary based on particular assignment.
- Litigate zoning, code enforcement, and land use matters and provide legal support to the Department of Community Safety and Wellbeing.
- Advise the Board of County's Commissioners, elected officials, and directors on legal issues.
- Research legal questions and prepare opinions, ordinances, resolutions, and other legal documents.
- Monitor legal developments, including proposed legislation and court decisions.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Ability to communicate effectively and calmly in situations of conflict, whether with opposing counsel, employees, elected officials, or co-worker.
- Ability to perform statutory interpretation and legal research analysis and writing.
- Desire and ability to try cases and competently and professionally present arguments/evidence in court.
- Working knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
- Ability to interpret and apply legal principles.
- Ability to "think on one's feet" and easily adapt to arguments/issues presented in court.
- Ability to use initiative and independent judgment and work effectively without close supervision.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Proficiency in current computer software programs used for daily job functions, including knowledge of Lexis-Nexis and/or Westlaw legal software.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Exercises no direct supervision, but may supervise support staff assisting with projects.
Requirements
Qualifications for Success
- Experience: 0-5 years of experience as an attorney.
- At this time, the County Attorney’s Office will not accept applications from attorneys practicing more than 5 years.
- Education and Training: Must possess a law degree from an accredited law school.
- License or Certificate: Must be licensed to practice law with the State of Colorado at the time of application; must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License.
- Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check.
Special Requirements
- Cover Letter: To be considered for this position, a cover letter MUST be attached to the application.
Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.
Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.
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Benefits You Expect
- AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
- Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
- Generous Vacation/Sick leave
- Long-Term Disability
- Retirement Plan
- Short-Term Disability
Plus Some You Might Not Expect
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Fitness Center
- Employee Health Clinics
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Recreation Center Discounts
- Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Wellness programs
- Lactation friendly certified workplace
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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.
- Yes, I understand and agree
- Yes, I understand but disagree.
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This role requires 0-5 years of experience as an attorney. Do you meet this requirement?
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Possession of a law degree from an accredited law school is required for this role. Do you meet this requirement?
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This role requires a license to practice law with the State of Colorado at the time of application. Do you meet this requirement?
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This role requires possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License. Do you meet this requirement?
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To be considered for this position, please include a cover letter in the application. Have you attached a cover letter?
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Please describe any experience relevant to land use, regulatory enforcement, prosecution, or other similar practice area. Relevant experience is not required for this role.
