Job Description

Overview

Assistant Attorney General (Revenue & Regulatory Law) role at State of Colorado . The Revenue & Regulatory Law (R&R) Section seeks an attorney to join its dynamic and collaborative legal team. This is an opportunity to litigate and provide general counsel services in challenging areas of law that frequently present novel questions. Attorneys in the R&R Section handle a wide variety of complex issues and a diverse caseload of administrative, licensure, and disciplinary actions, primarily for the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) and for various independent judicial commissions, boards, and ombudsmen. The selected attorney will represent clients before the Office of Administrative Courts and other venues in defending agency determinations, and will also serve as general counsel, guide rulemaking, respond to legal questions, and advise on the legal impact of legislation. If you are interested in this work and want to be part of a great team and gain experience before the Office of Administrative Courts, Colorado district courts, and appellate representation, this position is for you!

What You Will Do

The selected attorney will primarily represent DORA divisions, boards, and commissions and independent judicial boards, commissions, and ombudsmen before the Office of Administrative Courts and other venues in defending agency determinations. This attorney may also assist on other matters, including litigation and general counsel matters. This is a team-oriented role in a multi-disciplinary group that involves both litigation and providing general counsel advice. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple attorney positions in the Revenue & Regulatory Law section.

Salary

Salary is based on a wage progression compensation model. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Attorneys with less than 3 years of experience will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General I (AAG I) with a salary range of $88,197 $96,554. Attorneys with more than 3 years of experience will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General II (AAG II) with a salary range of $102,099 $136,558. Salary is paid biweekly.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights

Qualified applicants must be admitted to the Colorado Bar or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and be in good standing at the time of application. If eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar, you will be required to submit proof of your 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.

Our goal is to add someone to our team who is genuinely eager to learn about and work in governmental practice, excited to do the work we do, and enthusiastic about growing and developing a litigation and general counsel practice with attorneys who are invested in their success. Our ideal candidates will have the following attributes and interests:

• Litigation experience or strong interest in developing litigation skills
• Strong writing, research, and analytical abilities
• Eagerness to solve complex problems
• General counsel experience or demonstrated interest in developing client counseling skills
• Interest in growing and developing an administrative and governmental law practice
• Developed collaborative skills and commitment to working collaboratively
• Excellent interpersonal skills and eagerness to develop and maintain strong professional relationships
• Strong motivation to meet the needs of sophisticated clients
• Willingness to learn new areas of law
• Demonstrated interest in public service
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

This position requires at least one writing sample. Please review the "How to Apply" section of the job announcement for more information.

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.
• The Department of Law offers flexible work arrangements. This position requires work in the office 2-3 days per week.
• Colorado Department of Law participates in E-Verify and will provide Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for qualified state government employees
• On-site fitness center access
• Flexible work schedules and professional development opportunities
• 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

How To Apply

Applicants must establish an account with governmentjobs.com and complete the online application. Include: 1) a cover letter detailing your interest in the position; 2) a resume; 3) at least one writing sample; and 4) three professional references. Use the "Attachments" feature to add documents.

Writing samples should demonstrate your ability to provide sound legal advice to a client and be solely your work. Include a brief description of the issue, whether it was time-sensitive, and any feedback received. Acceptable samples include emails, formal memoranda, dispositive motions, or legal briefs.

Accommodation and Equal Opportunity

The Department of Law is committed to full inclusion and will assist individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations during the application process and employment, where feasible. For accommodations, contact ADA Coordinator Julie Christopher at Julie.Christopher@coag.gov or 720-508-6511.

Additional Job Information

Location: Denver, CO. This is a full-time position within the Department of Law, Government Administration sector.

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