Assistant County Attorney/Senior Assistant County Attorney - Hybrid Work Model

Arapahoe County Government; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Arapahoe County Government seeks an Assistant County Attorney or Senior Assistant County Attorney to support the Department of Human Services in Aurora, Colorado, with a hybrid work model. The role focuses on dependency and neglect, mental health, and related matters, advising DHS and appearing in court as needed.

Required are a Juris Doctorate and Colorado license, 3+ years of legal practice, and the ability to handle high-volume caseloads, deadlines, and complex legal issues while maintaining

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate Degree with license to practice law in Colorado.
• 3+ years of experience in the practice of law.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment testing and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Represents State of Colorado or Department of Human Services in court proceedings, including trials.
• Advises Department employees on legal issues related to representation in court.
• Prepares pleadings and other legal documents for court filings in a timely fashion.
• Works with paralegals to prepare cases for court proceedings.
• Complies with legal requirements for attorney-client relationship.

Skills

Legal research

Colorado law

Court rules

Ethics

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Discretion and professionalism

Education

Juris Doctorate Degree

Colorado license to practice law

Job description

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Title: Assistant County Attorney/Senior Assistant County Attorney - Hybrid Work Model

Job Number:793
Salary: $102,323.00 - $197,776.02
Department/Office: Human Services
Division: County Attorney - Human Services
Location: 14980 E. Alameda Dr., Aurora, CO, 80012
Job Type:Salary Full-Time
Posting Date: 09/16/2026
Closing Date: 10/16/2026

The Arapahoe County government serves its communities in ways both obvious and obscure. As the beating heart of local and regional government, we’re here for our neighbors on their best days—and their worst. We share our residents’ goals of preserving our quality of life and strive to be the place we’re proud to call home.

NOTE:

• The full salary for the Assistant County Attorney position is $102,323.00 to $163,451.08 annually.
• The full hiring range for the Senior Assistant County Attorney is $123,811.22 to $197,776.02 annually.
  • Additional Senior Assistant County Attorney Requirements:
    • Ten years total legal experience, which includes at least five years of experience representing/advising county government or other governmental entity.
• This announcement will be used to fill an Assistant County Attorney, and/or a Senior Assistant County Attorney level.

Our Mission: Arapahoe County Department of Human Services (ACDHS) builds strong communities by promoting the safety, independence, and stability of individuals and families.

Our Vision: To end the cycle of poverty and prevent abuse and neglect of children and vulnerable adults (using an integrated Two-Generation approach)

ACDHS uses an integrated Two-Generation (2Gen) approach to address all of the basic human services needs of the entire family unit. The 2Gen approach begins with a mindset focused on family-centered program design, continues with the alignment of services and resources within the department as well as across multiple organizations, resulting in coordinated services to children and adults together (family) in order to create long term stability and sustainability.

The 2Gen approach builds well-being for families by focusing equally and intentionally on high-quality services in five areas of focus: early childhood education, adult education and employment pathways, economic security, health and well-being and social capital. This approach will help us achieve our core mission of breaking the generational cycle of poverty, preventing neglect and abuse and building strong communities.

* Applicant must list job duties for each previous position. Applications missing this information will not be considered, and a resume along is not sufficient.*

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF JOB:

The Assistant County Attorney represents the Department of Human Services in dependency and neglect, mental health, alcohol and related cases; appears as the attorney for the Department of Human Services in delinquency, truancy and related matters. Advises the Department of Human Services on legal issues related to these cases.

DUTIES:

• Represents State of Colorado or Department of Human Services in court proceedings, including trials.
• Advises Department employees on legal issues related to representation in court.
• Prepares pleadings and other legal documents for court filings in a timely fashion.
• Works with paralegals to prepare cases for court proceedings.
• Complies with legal requirements for attorney-client relationship.

REQUIREMENTS:

Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Knowledge of legal research techniques and ability to effectively and accurately conduct legal research on wide range of topics.
• General knowledge of relevant legal principles applicable to local government practice, knowledge of Colorado statutes, court rules, rules of evidence and rules of ethics.
• Ability to use a personal computer for e-mail, calendaring, word processing and to conduct legal research.
• Ability to investigate and process factual information effectively, and to apply legal rules to factual situations accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively when faced with a high volume of work and multiple deadlines, frequent interruptions, and dealing with difficult individuals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, superiors, elected officials, fellow employees and the general public.
• Ability to demonstrate effective customer service skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member.

Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG):

• Accountability
• Accessibility
• Inclusivity
• Integrity

Education and Experience:

• Juris Doctorate Degree with license to practice law in Colorado
• 3+ years of experience in the practice of law

Preferred Education and Experience:

2+ years local government law experience

Pre-Employment Additional Requirements:

• Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check.
• Possession of a valid Class “R” Colorado Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.

Post-Employment Requirements:

• Will require fingerprinting and a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) background check.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is generally confined to a standard office environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.

• Spends 80% of the time sitting and 20% of the time either standing or walking.
• Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 20 lbs.
• Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 20 lbs.
• Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.
• Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions.
• Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.
• Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.

Definitions:

• Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
• Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
• Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.

** Arapahoe County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other status protected under the law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors. Arapahoe County is committed to making employment accessible to persons with disabilities.

** In accordance with Senate Bill 23-058, applicants understand that Arapahoe County will not request or require the applicant to include their age, date of birth, or date of attendance/graduation date on the initial application. Applicants understand that Arapahoe County can request or require an individual to provide documentation including copies of certification, transcripts, and other materials created by a third party. The applicant understands that the applicant can redact, if they so choose, information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from an educational institution on those requested/required certification, transcripts and other materials created by a third party.