Municipal Trial Attorney (12-Month Temp)

City of Colorado Springs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Colorado Springs is seeking a Prosecuting Attorney for a 12-month temporary special position in the City Attorney's Office, Prosecution Division. Starting pay will align with the posted range and may extend subject to budget and performance.

The role offers involvement in criminal, traffic, and civil matters in municipal court, with opportunities for trial experience and collaboration across divisions.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Law degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Colorado Bar in good standing upon hire.
• Experience with trials, administrative proceedings, or appellate practice is desirable.
• Ability to analyze and interpret legal principles and precedent.
• Excellent research and brief-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent the City of Colorado Springs in criminal, traffic, and civil matters in municipal court.
• Conduct legal research and draft briefs for court filings.
• Engage in plea negotiations and conduct court hearings.
• Advise and coordinate with City departments and regulatory agencies.
• Provide direct legal services on charter, ordinances, and city regulations.
• Collaborate with other divisions within the City Attorney’s Office.

Skills

Legal research

Trial experience

Plea negotiations

Brief writing

Legal analysis

Education

Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Law degree (ABA-accredited)

Job description

The City of Colorado Springs is seeking a Prosecuting Attorney for a 12-month temporary special position in the City Attorney's Office, Prosecution Division. Starting pay will align with the posted range and may extend subject to budget and performance.

The role offers involvement in criminal, traffic, and civil matters in municipal court, with opportunities for trial experience and collaboration across divisions.