Assistant County Attorney

The Assistant County Attorney represents the Department of Human Services in dependency and neglect, mental health, alcohol and related cases; appears as the attorney for the Department of Human Services in delinquency, truancy and related matters. Advises the Department of Human Services on legal issues related to these cases.

DUTIES:
Represents State of Colorado or Department of Human Services in court proceedings, including trials.
Advises Department employees on legal issues related to representation in court.
Prepares pleadings and other legal documents for court filings in a timely fashion.
Works with paralegals to prepare cases for court proceedings.
Complies with legal requirements for an attorney-client relationship.

REQUIREMENTS:
Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

Knowledge of legal research techniques and ability to effectively and accurately conduct legal research on wide range of topics.
General knowledge of relevant legal principles applicable to local government practice, knowledge of Colorado statutes, court rules, rules of evidence and rules of ethics.
Ability to use a personal computer for e-mail, calendaring, word processing and to conduct legal research.
Ability to investigate and process factual information effectively, and to apply legal rules to factual situations accurately.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively when faced with a high volume of work and multiple deadlines, frequent interruptions, and dealing with difficult individuals.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, superiors, elected officials, fellow employees and the general public.
Ability to demonstrate effective customer service skills.
Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
 

Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG):

Accountability
Accessibility
Inclusivity
Integrity
 

Education and Experience:

Juris Doctorate Degree with license to practice law in Colorado
3+ years of experience in the practice of law
 

Preferred Education and Experience:
2+ years local government law experience

 

Pre-Employment Additional Requirements:

Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check.

Possession of a valid Class “R” Colorado Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.
 

Post-Employment Requirements:
Will require fingerprinting and a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) background check.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is generally confined to a standard office environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.

Spends 80% of the time sitting and 20% of the time either standing or walking.
Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 20 lbs.
Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 20 lbs.
Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.
Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions.
Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.
Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.

Definitions:
Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.