ASSOCIATE DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY – ORGANIZED CRIME UNIT

Colorado District Attorneys' Council; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lifetime pension after 5 years

457B Retirement Plan

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

PTO and holiday perks

Medical, dental, vision plans

Job summary

The Denver District Attorney’s Office is seeking an Associate Deputy District Attorney with at least five years of prosecutorial experience to join the Organized Crime Unit in Denver. The role focuses on complex prosecutions, including organized crime, gang violence, and multi-defendant cases, working with law enforcement partners.

The candidate will provide ongoing legal guidance, manage high-profile prosecutions, and collaborate across agencies to target criminal networks and direct

Qualifications

• JD or LL.B. required.
• Minimum 5 years as attorney prosecutor.
• Colorado bar license or expected license by hire date.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and prosecute organized crime, gang violence, and large narcotic cases.
• Manage multi-defendant prosecutions including conspiracies and criminal enterprises.
• Provide legal guidance to detectives and agents during investigations and charging decisions.
• Collaborate with local, state, and federal law enforcement partners.

Skills

Prosecutorial drive

Organized workflow

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

Job description

Have prosecutorial experience and want to prosecute high level, complex, organized crime cases? We have an opportunity for you in Denver!

The Denver District Attorney’s office is hiring an Associate Deputy District Attorney (at least 5 years prosecutorial experience required) to join our Organized Crime Unit. Attorneys assigned to the Organized Crime Unit represent the People of the State of Colorado in complex criminal prosecutions, including organized crime, gang‑related violence, large‑scale drug distribution, racketeering, conspiracy, and coordinated multi‑defendant cases. They also provide legal counsel to state and federal law enforcement agencies across the Denver Metro Area and work closely with such investigative partners to target, develop, coordinate, and oversee long‑term investigations that lead to case filing and prosecution.

What We Offer

We also offer generous benefits for full‑time employees which include but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life‑long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• Qualifying Position for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

• Associate Deputy District Attorney – $119,763.00 – $136,069.00. Must have at least 5 years’ relevant experience

Who We Are – Mission of the Office of the Denver District Attorney

The mission of the Denver DA’s Office is to protect the community, to seek equal justice for all, and to improve the quality and fairness of criminal justice on behalf of the people of Colorado. We achieve that mission through excellence in our work investigating and prosecuting crime, supporting victims and their families, working with the community to prevent crime, and providing fair alternatives to incarceration in appropriate cases.

What You’ll Do

The DA’s Office is an exciting, mission‑driven work environment where attorneys make a significant difference through sustained effort and collaboration. Physical demands include walking, sitting, hearing, handling, lifting items including case files, dockets, exhibits, etc., weighing up to 50 lbs. or more, and driving and safely maintaining a District Attorney fleet vehicle where determined necessary and appropriate by the District Attorney.

As an Associate Deputy District Attorney you will:

• Investigate and prosecute organized crime, gang‑related violence, and/or large‑scale narcotic distribution cases
• Manage complex, multi‑defendant prosecutions including conspiracies, organized crime groups, criminal enterprises, large‑scale narcotics traffickers, and gangs involved in shootings or violent acts. Responsibilities include charging cases through complaint and information, investigating/indicting cases through grand jury, written motions practice, litigating legal issues, and trying cases before a jury
• Demonstrate strong legal competency in complex litigation, motion and trial advocacy, 4th and 5th Amendment law, as well as organized crime, gang prosecution, and narcotics trafficking statutes
• Work collaboratively with local, state, and federal law‑enforcement partners to cultivate and develop proactive investigations targeting criminal organizations, violent gangs, and major narcotics traffickers
• Provide ongoing legal guidance to detectives and agents during active investigations. Advise on target selection, evidence collection techniques, and charging strategies. Review and approve associated search and arrest warrants. Direct investigative follow‑up
• Collaborate with law enforcement, community partners, and intelligence units to identify emerging gang trends and criminal networks
• Assist fellow deputies in the prosecution of gang‑related crimes, violent crimes connected to organized groups, and major drug distribution cases

What You’ll Bring

Our ideal candidate will be/have:

• A motivated self‑starter who thrives under pressure
• Strong organization, diligence, adaptability, and the ability to manage multiple demanding investigations and court responsibilities

Required Minimum Qualifications

We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:

• Education requirement: Doctor of Jurisprudence degree or Bachelor of Laws degree.
• Experience Requirement: Five (5) years of experience as an attorney at law as a prosecutor
• Education/Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted.
• License/Certifications: Possession of a license to practice law in Colorado from the Colorado Supreme Court by the date of hire or a reasonable expectation of becoming licensed by the Colorado Supreme Court by the date of hire in accordance with C.R.C.P. 203.2, 203.3, 203.4 and 205.6. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment. Requires a valid Driver’s License at the time of application.
• The position of Deputy District Attorney is statutorily authorized by C.R.S. § 20-1-201 and has powers and authorities as established by C.R.S. § 20-1-202. A Deputy District Attorney is a peace officer as established by C.R.S. § 16‑2‑5‑132.