What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant County Attorney I or II position at Boulder County?
The Boulder County Attorney’s Office is hiring an Assistant County Attorney I or II.
The Assistant County Attorney will primarily work in the following legal practice areas:
- Dependency and Neglect (D&N/Child Welfare). This position involves handling child welfare cases in Boulder District Court. Responsibilities include drafting and filing motions and other legal documents; conducting discovery; negotiating with other parties; preparing for and litigating a full range of hearings and trials; addressing records requests and subpoenas; and advocating for the best interests of children and families while advancing the state and department’s recommendations.
- Child support. Child support duties consist of representing the state in proceedings in court as child support obligations are established and modified. It includes advising county staff and preparing them for court. This also encompasses enforcing existing orders through contempt actions or other remedies when payments are delinquent, addressing paternity issues and ensuring compliance with state guidelines to support the financial needs of children.
- Investigations and Recovery. This role involves representing the county in proceedings related to the recovery of overpayment of welfare benefits. Responsibilities may include advising county staff on recovery processes, pursuing administrative or judicial actions to recoup funds, and coordinating with state agencies to ensure compliance with public assistance regulations.
The duties of this position may change over time to reflect the needs of the office as a whole and the interests of the attorney hired. Other duties in the Children and Families Services Division of the office include child support, delinquency, adult protection, drug court, appeals, and records management. We have many attorneys in the office who are very experienced with child welfare, child support and benefits law who will be part of the support system for the attorney hired into this position.
SALARY
Hiring Salary Range for Assistant County Attorney II: $114,672 -- $129,432
Classification Salary Range for Assistant County Attorney II: $114,672 -- $165,096
Hiring Salary Range for Assistant County Attorney I: $94,320 -- $108,000
Classification Salary Range for Assistant County Attorney I: $94,320 -- $135,804
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN AN APPLICANT
We are looking to hire someone who either comes with the following attributes or who would like to be trained to develop these attributes:
- The drive to learn how to practice law in areas they may not have worked
- The ability to develop strong client relationships
- The ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment
- Dedication to public service
- Strong research, writing, organizational, presentation, time management, and analytical skills
- The ability to contribute to an organization that prioritizes racial equity and inclusion in all components of its work
Preferred experience (not required, but a plus – we will train!)
- Experience with child welfare law
- Experience with child support law
- Experience with benefits or other similar administrative law
- Experience with litigation or other court proceedings
POSITION DETAILS
This is a full-time and benefited position. The work schedule is Monday - Friday and work hours are determined by need but generally fall between 7:30am - 5:30pm. The office location is in the Justice Center, 1777 6th Street, Boulder, CO 80302. This is currently a hybrid position with the option of working from home up to three days per week, as work duties allow. This position requires attending in-person meetings and hearings at other Boulder County locations as necessary. Under FLSA guidelines, this position is exempt (not eligible for overtime).
Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.
Boulder County offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family-friendly benefits such as paid caregiver leave and an infants-in the-workplace policy, contributions to Colorado PERA, wellness programs, paid vacation and holidays, paid medical leave, an RTD EcoPass, and more.
WHY WORK WITH US?
Attorneys in the County Attorney’s Office work on complicated and often cutting-edge legal issues for a progressive local government. We prioritize professional growth, work-life balance, and a respectful atmosphere in which to practice law. Our employees operate in a highly collaborative work environment, sharing their experiences and perspectives with others in their office and build relationships with clients in County departments and offices. Boulder County is a fully inclusive, anti-racist, and multicultural organization aspiring to overcome all forms of social oppression. We encourage anyone who has the skills and the drive necessary to succeed in this role to apply for the position. We value applicants who bring with them diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
JD degree and licensed to practice law in Colorado.
A minimum of two years’ experience as a practicing attorney for the Assistant County Attorney II position. Prior law clerk experience or additional related education may count toward minimum experience requirements.
COVER LETTER AND RESUME
Applicants are not required to attach a cover letter for this position, but we encourage you to submit a letter that is your own writing (not AI-generated) because we find them very useful for understanding why applicants are interested in this kind of legal work and why they are interested in working for Boulder County.
Salary : $94,320 - $165,096