Deputy District Attorney III

Colorado District Attorneys' Council; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The 6th Judicial District Attorney's Office in Durango, CO, is seeking a Deputy District Attorney III to prosecute county court cases, including misdemeanors and traffic offenses.

The role involves conducting trials, negotiating plea deals, and collaborating with law enforcement, with a hybrid schedule and some remote work flexibility. You will handle DMV appeals to District Court and may assist with felonies and trial work when available.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with active Colorado bar membership.
• Strong interest in criminal law, procedures, and courtroom protocols.
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage a significant caseload independently.
• Commitment to justice and professional integrity.
• Interest in trial advocacy and legal research.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute county court cases including misdemeanors and traffic offenses.
• Handle DMV appeals to District Court and assist with felony cases and trial work as available.

Skills

Juris Doctor (JD)

Colorado bar

Criminal law

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Courtroom protocols

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Deputy District Attorney III

Attorney @Colorado 6th Judicial District Attorney's Office

Posted 5 days ago

Job ID 23585

The 6th Judicial District Attorney's Office is located in beautiful Southwest Colorado.

Role Description: This is a full-time hybrid role for a Deputy District Attorney III in Durango, CO, with flexibility for some remote work. The role involves handling legal cases, conducting trials, negotiating plea deals, and collaborating with law enforcement agencies. The duties of a Deputy District Attorney III (DDA III) focus primarily on the prosecution of a County Court docket where offense include misdemeanors, misdemeanor traffic offenses, and petty offenses.

The DDA III handles all county court and DMV appeals to District Court. The DDA III can assist, where available, with felony cases and trial work.

Anticipated salary is $89,202 with benefits.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in Colorado
• Strong interest in criminal law, legal procedures, and courtroom protocols
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a significant caseload efficiently
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to justice
• Interest in trial advocacy and legal research