Assistant County Attorney – Litigation, Research & Contracts

Eagle County Government Careers; Eagle (CO); On-site; USD 106,862 - 160,293; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Housing may be available

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Job summary

Eagle County is seeking an Assistant County Attorney to join our collaborative legal team. This is a full-time role with responsibilities spanning litigation, contract drafting, and advisory work for elected officials, departments, boards, and commissions.

In-person hearings and meetings across county locations are expected. The position requires a JD, Colorado bar license, and a minimum of three years in active practice with broad contract and civil litigation experience.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in Colorado in good standing
• Minimum of three (3) years in active practice with civil litigation and contracts experience
• Proficiency with Westlaw and common office productivity tools

Responsibilities

• Litigation & trial preparation for county matters.
• Draft, review, and revise contracts, deeds, leases, easements, and covenants for county departments.
• Counsel and advise department management, staff, and appointed boards on legal requirements and authority.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and formal opinions.
• Coordinate responses to public records requests under CORA

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Westlaw

Google Workspace

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Tools

Westlaw

Google Workspace

Job description

Eagle County is seeking a skilled Assistant County Attorney to join our collaborative legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to practice a wide range of public sector law while supporting the work of our elected officials, departments, boards, and commissions. From courtroom representation to contract drafting, no two days look the same.

If you thrive on variety, enjoy problem-solving, and want your legal expertise to directly benefit the community you live in, we’d love to meet you.

Position Details:

Salary Range: $106,862 to $160,293.
Hiring Range: $106,862 - $133,578. An offer above the hiring range may be considered based on qualifications.

Hours and Location: This is a full-time position. The work schedule is Monday - Friday and work hours are determined by need but generally fall between 8:00am - 5:00 pm. Flexible work arrangements may be available upon a demonstrated ability to meet job expectations.

The Attorney's Office is adjacent to the Eagle County Government Building, located at 500 Broadway, Eagle, CO 81631. This position will be required to attend in-person hearings, work sessions and meetings, including attendance at other Eagle County locations as necessary.

Employee Housing may be available

Key Responsibilities:

• Litigation & Trial Prep: Investigate claims against the County, assist in preparing and trying cases, manage the litigation calendar, and assist with representation of the Board of Equalization in property tax appeals at all levels.
• Contracts & Transactional Law: Draft, review, and revise contracts, resolutions, deeds, leases, easements, and covenants for various County departments to ensure legal acceptability.
• Counsel & Advice: Assist in advising department management, staff, and appointed boards on statutory requirements, local government authority, and evolving questions of law.
• Research & Opinions: Conduct thorough legal research and draft clear, well-reasoned memoranda, briefs, pleadings, and formal legal opinions on pressing county issues.
• Transparency & Public Records: Review and coordinate organizational responses to public records requests under the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA).

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensure: Must be licensed to practice law by the State of Colorado and in good standing.
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years in the active practice of law with broad contract and civil litigation experience. (An exceptionally demonstrated ability to perform these tasks based on unique clerkship, education, or specialized experience may be considered if under 3 years).
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in legal tech platforms (Westlaw) alongside standard professional tools (Google Workspace/MS Office).

Preferred Background:

• Prior experience in local government or municipal law.
• A strong foundation in local government law and experience providing direct counsel to public boards, authorities, or commissions.

Core Strengths:

• Adaptability: The ability to pivot between a fast-approaching courtroom deadline and a complex contract review without losing focus.
• Communication: Exceptional presentation skills and the ability to translate dense, complex legal topics into clear, actionable advice for non-attorney county leaders.
• Collaborative Judgment: A track record of making objective, well-reasoned decisions while building strong, professional relationships across departments.

Why Eagle County?

Working with Eagle County isn't just about practicing law—it’s about shaping a community. Here, you'll find:

• Impactful Work: Your advice and decisions directly support local leaders and residents.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to expand your legal expertise across multiple practice areas.
• Collaboration: A supportive environment where your contributions are valued.
• Location: Live and work in the heart of the Rocky Mountains - an incredible community to call home. (Employee Housing may be available).

Culture & Benefits

Working in local government is one of the best career paths in the mountains. 'Your Career will Soar with Eagle County'. Get started with us today!

• Why is Eagle County recognized as a Best Place to Work in 2022? Culture of flexibility and support for mental health/wellness. Check out more awards here.
• Purpose! A modern, values-driven workplace with more than 550 employees embracing a welcoming culture, supportive leaders, and an organization focused on our mission: Creating a Better Eagle County for All.
• Learning organization focused on professional development opportunities, FREE CMC classes, and Tuition reimbursement.
• Future focused with our Strategic Plan on improving housing, climate change, and more.
• As a certified healthy workplace, our culture recognizes the importance of individual needs and enjoying life outside of work. Other perks may include flexible work arrangements, paid volunteer time, and daytime fitness classes/bike rides.

Great benefits!

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• Comprehensive and low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance (as low as $85/month for employees only)
• Wellness program where you can earn cash or extra days off
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid time off (starting at 12 days) and additional medical leave
• Paid volunteer hours
• 8% (dollar-for-dollar match) retirement plan
• Free classes at Colorado Mountain College
• Eagle County University classes (internal training)
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Bilingual Pay Incentive
• Free bus pass and more

Relocation & Housing Information