Job Description

Department Information

This position is not subject to the Hiring Freeze as outlined in Executive Order D 2025 009.

Applications will be reviewed beginning 9/11/25. This posting will remain open until the position is filled; however, applicants are encouraged to apply early, as interviews may be conducted on a rolling basis.

The Special Prosecutions Unit of the Criminal Justice Section is seeking an attorney to join its dynamic and collaborative legal team. The is a unique role within the team where you will be supporting complex, multi-jurisdictional auto-theft matters . As a trusted legal advisor to multi-jurisdictional task forces, you’ll lead investigations, shape prosecutions from start to finish, and drive impactful change across the state. The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced attorney comfortable with working independently from case initiation through prosecution. 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!

Who We Are

The Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law is the "People's Lawyer." The Attorney General, Phil Weiser, was elected by the people of Colorado and is the State's chief lawyer and law enforcement official. Our vision for the Department of Law is: "Together, we serve Colorado and its people, advancing the rule of law, protecting our democracy and promoting justice for all." Our core values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, drive our actions and demonstrate our focus on being principled public servants who are innovative and better together. Visit our website to learn more: .

Description Of Job

WHAT YOU WILL DOL

This attorney is part of a two person specialized team within the Special Prosecutions Unit of the Criminal Justice Section that advises and assists local district attorneys and investigators in the investigation and prosecution of complex, multi-jurisdictional felony offenses, focusing on significant auto theft matters and associated crimes related to organized crime and/or gang activity. This attorney is expected to serve as a legal advisor to multi-jurisdictional auto theft task forces and proactively work with law enforcement and other prosecutors across Colorado as these cases are identified and comprehensively investigated, including using the Statewide Grand Jury to further the investigations. Litigation may include pre-trial motions work, discovery, voir dire, trial, post-trial and appellate proceedings involving major violent crimes. Overnight travel within the State of Colorado is possible and 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 a complex felony offense. 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 attorney will participate in the training of prosecutors and law enforcement throughout the state on issues related to best practices in litigating major auto theft related crimes and prosecutions and to also provide consultative, research and drafting assistance regarding significant legal issues and legislation.

Furthermore, this attorney shall be required to take a leadership role with preparation of the annual Grant Application and monthly reporting processes that are part of the state funded and regulated Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority (CATPA).

Grant approval of the Attorney General’s Auto Theft Prosecution Initiative is currently valid through fiscal year 2028, which ends on June 30, 2028. Since the inception of the AG’s participation as a recipient of the grant funding from the State of Colorado, beginning over 14 years ago, the AG’s office has always been approved by the Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority to fund the prosecutor position. Position may be extended if additional funding is received.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple Assistant Attorneys General positions with the Criminal Justice section.

Salary Note

The Department of Law uses a wage progression compensation model. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Attorneys with less than 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General I (AAG I). The salary range for an AAG I is $8 8 , 197 -$ 96,554 / annually.

Attorneys with more than 3 years of experience practicing as an attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General II (AAG II). The AAG II salary range is $ 102,099 - $13 6,558 / annually.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Qualified applicants must be licensed to practice law in Colorado or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar. Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application before the first day of employment.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of prosecution trial experience, including felony experience in Colorado State District Court. While prior experience as a prosecutor is required, private practice or other prosecution experience may be considered and, depending upon the nature of such experience, may substitute for a portion of the foregoing 3-year requirement.

Exceptional litigation, analysis, writing, along with consultive and persuasive communication skills are required. A working knowledge of the laws of arrest, search and seizure and procedures for acquisition of evidence or determination of identity are also essential.

Conditions Of Employment

• Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.
• Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and application for Practice Pending Admission before the first day of employment. For more information about admission to the Colorado bar please review information on the Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel website.
• Colorado Department of Law participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
• This position will be required to travel frequently, and may include overnight travel within the State of Colorado.
  
  

This position is non-classified and is not subject to appeal rights.

Supplemental Information

WHY WORK FOR US

We Embrace Flexibility

We aim to produce outstanding work product for our clients, be efficient with our time, and support each other as team members – which also means we embrace flexible working arrangements when and where possible.

We Are Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At the DOL, our commitment to DEI is thriving. We know that we are better together when our differences are valued and everyone is inspired and empowered to contribute. As such, we strive to provide a safe environment where individuals feel valued and respected for who they are; demonstrate a behavior and mindset where differences are welcomed, and individuals are treated equally and empowered to do their best work; and promote growth and innovation through a diverse workforce. We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more! If your professional goals include promoting growth and innovation with colleagues who recognize that we are better together when our differences are valued and respected, then DOL is your place to be!

We Have Strong Core Values

Our core values drive our actions. At the Department of Law, we are: 1) principled, maintaining the highest ethical standards, rigorous legal analysis, and careful evaluation of facts; 2) public servants, who are always ensuring our work is not about us, but instead is about the people of Colorado; 3) innovative, by seeking to identify the best approach, make deliberate decisions, and look to improve; and 4) "better together," by working to support each other and collaborate.

We are Committed to Developing our Attorneys

We are deeply invested in our talent and regularly provide meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth through training and coaching. Further, our professional development and performance goal setting process is collaborative and ongoing, and aimed at helping our attorneys grow and succeed.

We Offer Excellent Benefits

In addition to competitive medical and dental health plans, employer-paid life insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, and vacation and sick leave earned each month, there are many other unique benefits that we offer, including:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness : a borrower may qualify for forgiveness by making 120 on-time payments while employed full-time in public service, if they have certain kinds of federal loans in a qualifying repayment plan
• Free access to a recently renovated on-site fitness center
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible work schedules, professional development opportunities, and an 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.
  
  

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must establish an account with governmentjobs.com and complete the online applications including the Contact Information section. Applicants are not required to complete the Work Experience, Education, or Additional Information sections of the online application.

Applicants must provide 1) a cover letter detailing your interest in the position and if applicable, your specific experience with special prosecutions; 2) a resume; 3) a writing sample, and 4) three professional references. Use the "Attachments" feature of the online application to add documents.

The Department of Law is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Julie Christopher, at Julie.Christopher@coag.gov or call 720-508-6511 .

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Private practice, Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours, Night shift,

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