Assistant County Attorney III or IV
We are recruiting for either an Assistant County Attorney III or IV for the Department of Human Services.
Assistant County Attorney III - $113,588.80 - $159,036.80
Assistant County Attorney IV - $125,236.80 - $175,344.00
As an Assistant County Attorney, you will serve as legal advisor to the Weld County Department of Human Services (WCDHS). You will provide legal services, advice, and representation to WCDHS and ensure WCDHS is properly represented in all legal proceedings. You will advise WCDHS staff on legal aspects of casework pertaining to dependency and neglect cases, child support cases, juvenile delinquency cases, court ordered investigations, and any other needs. You will assist staff in making case decisions consistent with the Children's Code, Colorado Code of Regulations, Child Support Enforcement Procedures, and other applicable authority. You will prepare staff for litigation and handle all case needs through case closure.
A position with boundless potential for growth and the opportunity to gain experience in multiple areas of governmental law, Assistant County Attorney III is a great place to begin your career with Weld County. This position affords work/life balance while you gain knowledge in all aspects of local government representation. You will be at the heart of our organization by providing legal advice to the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Weld County Sheriff and to other Weld County elected officials and department heads.
Assistant County Attorney III
Required Education
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Colorado Law License and in good standing with the Colorado Bar.
Preferred Experience
3 years Minimum 3 years’ experience as a practicing attorney. Prior experience in dependency and neglect law, child support enforcement, juvenile law, or commensurate experience preferred.
Skills and Abilities
Candidate must possess the knowledge of the Colorado Rules of Evidence and Rules of Civil Procedure and experience applying applicable law in trial advocacy, brief writing, discovery procedures, strategic case planning, and/or other commensurate experience.
Candidate must possess strong legal research and writing skills and demonstrated motions practice.
Candidate must possess general knowledge of the Colorado Children’s Code, Rules of Civil Procedure, Colorado Code of Regulations, Child Support Enforcement Procedures, and additional authority pertaining to the same.
Candidate must possess general understanding of social work, and medical, psychiatric, and psychological needs and treatment of children involved in the juvenile court system.
Candidate must possess sufficient computer skills to perform essential job functions.
Candidate must possess the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with the client, fellow employees and colleagues, opposing counsel, and the court.
Candidate must possess the ability to manage high volume court divisions and complex legal issues, to work quickly and efficiently, and work independently with minimal supervision or direction.
Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to employment start date.
Licenses and Certifications
Bar Admission State of Colorado Upon Hire Required
Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to employment start date. Required
Driving is essential in this position.
Candidate must have a valid Driver’s License and Liability Insurance Upon Hire Required
Candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) evaluation and if hired, will be subject to continuous monthly MVR monitoring and random drug screens throughout employment. Required
Assistant County Attorney IV
Required Education
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
Experience Qualifications
5 years experience as a practicing attorney.
Prior trial experience specifically including application of the Colorado Rules of Evidence, Rules of Civil Procedure, jury trial advocacy, and discovery procedures.
Preferred Experience
Prior experience in dependency and neglect law, child support enforcement, juvenile law, or commensurate experience.
Skills and Abilities
Strong legal research and writing skills and demonstrated motions practice.
Knowledge of the Colorado Children’s Code, Rules of Civil Procedure, Colorado Code of Regulations, Child Support Enforcement Procedures, and additional authority pertaining to the same.
General understanding of social work, and medical, psychiatric, and psychological needs and treatment of children involved in the juvenile court system.
Sufficient computer skills to perform essential job functions.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with the client, fellow employees and colleagues, opposing counsel, and the court.
Ability to manage high volume court divisions and complex legal issues, to work quickly and efficiently, and work independently with minimal supervision or direction.
Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to employment start date.
Licenses and Certifications
Bar Admission Colorado Law License and in good standing with the Colorado Bar.
Driving is essential in this position.
Candidate must have a valid Driver’s License and Liability Insurance Upon Hire Required
Candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) evaluation and if hired, will be subject to continuous monthly MVR monitoring and random drug screens throughout employment. Required
This position is exempt from the minimum wage and overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore ineligible for overtime pay.
As an applicant for this position, you should be aware of Senate Bill 19-085, the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The act requires employers to announce the pay range for job openings.
To view complete job announcement and to apply, use the following link:
https://www.weldgov.com/Government/County-Information/Join-Our-Team