What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant County Attorney II position at Summit County, CO?
Description
Staff attorney performing legal work assisting the County Attorney in providing legal advice and representation to the Board of County Commissioners and to various departments and officials of Summit County Government. This job requires skilled knowledge and ability in the following areas and will typically involve complex cases and matters.
Examples of Duties
The incumbent in this position must be able to successfully perform the following essential job functions and duties:
- Provides legal advice and memoranda to elected officials, department and division heads, and employees on any legal issue affecting the County. Also provides legal counsel and representation on special projects and special districts. Assists elected officials, commissioners, and other County personnel in negotiating and preparing contracts, leases, deeds, easements, and various legal documents as well as the development and drafting of resolutions, ordinances, and regulations.
- Represents the County in legal matters concerning the Board of County Commissioners, elected officials, and various County departments in meetings, administrative hearings, public hearings and court proceedings.
- Conducts legal research, interview County officials/employees and witnesses, prepare court filings, and handle other matters in preparation for trial and/or hearings of any type. Explain and interpret statues, regulations, and status of case to County official and employees.
- Performs other duties and related work as required.
Typical Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND FORMAL TRAINING:
- Graduation from an accredited law school with an LL.B/J.D. degree
- 2 years of experience as a practicing attorney
- Must be admitted by the Colorado Supreme Court to practice law in the State of Colorado.
Supplemental Information
Open Until April 6, 2026. To apply, please submit a Summit County Government application, resume, and cover letter online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/summitco or mail to Summit County Human Resources, PO Box 68, Breckenridge, CO 80424. For questions regarding the position, please reach out to Jeff Huntley at Jeffrey.Huntley@summitcountyco.gov
All positions are subject to a pre-employment criminal background check, and requires proof of citizenship or authorization for employment in the U.S.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.