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Assistant Attorney General (Federal Initiatives - Grant and Contract)

Salary

$85,795.00 - $146,455.00 Annually

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

LAA-09011-6/2025

Department

Department of Law

Opening Date

06/11/2025

Closing Date

6/25/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

1300 Broadway, Denver CO 80203

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Daisy Zepeda: [email protected]

Type of Announcement

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Find a rewarding career making a difference: Join the Office of the Attorney General!

The Colorado Department of Law is seeking a skilled and motivated Assistant Attorney General to join its Federal Initiatives Unit—a dynamic legal team that plays a vital role in managing and protecting the State’s interests in federal grant and contract matters. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide strategic legal guidance on the stewardship of billions in federal funding, working at the intersection of law, policy, and public service. Attorneys with deep experience in complex federal contracts may be considered for a Senior Assistant Attorney General role, offering further leadership opportunities within this impactful area of legal practice.

WHO WE ARE

The Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law is the “People’s Lawyer.” The Attorney General, Phil Weiser, was elected by the people of Colorado and is the State’s chief lawyer and law enforcement official. Our vision for the Department of Law is: “Together, we serve Colorado and its people, advancing the rule of law, protecting our democracy and promoting justice for all.” Our core values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, drive our actions and demonstrate our focus on being principled public servants who are innovative and better together.

Visit our website to learn more:https://coag.gov/.

Description of Job

WHAT YOU WILL DO

This Assistant Attorney General in the Federal Initiatives Unit will represent the Attorney General and the State of Colorado at large in federal grant and contract matters. This position will focus on advising Colorado state agencies on a wide array of federal grant and contract issues, helping to ensure legal compliance and effective stewardship of federal funds across state programs.

The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative team that supports the Attorney General and state agencies regarding issues specific to the federal government, including federal funding of state programs.

Key Responsibilities

+ Provide legal representation, advice, and counsel to the Attorney General and executive state agencies on federal grant and contract issues, including:

+ Grant applications and eligibility requirements

+ Compliance with federal terms and conditions

+ Amendments, suspensions, and terminations of awards

+ Cost principles, matching funds, and reporting obligations

+ Interpret and apply statutes, regulations (including the Uniform Guidance), and agency-specific requirements relevant to federal funding.

+ Assist in reviewing and negotiating grant agreements and subawards.

+ Represent state clients in administrative disputes or enforcement proceedings related to federal funding, as needed.

+ Collaborate with state agency staff across state government to identify and mitigate funding-related risks and support successful program delivery.

+ Offer training and proactive guidance to DOL and state agency staff on grant management and federal compliance standards.

+ Coordinate with other state attorneys general offices regarding federal funding issues.

This recruitment may be used to fill more than one Assistant Attorney General position in the Office of the Attorney General Unit.

SALARY INFORMATION

The Department of Law uses a wage progression compensation model. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

In order to be considered for a Senior Assistant Attorney General, candidates must have a minimum of ten years of relevant federal contract experience, including experience leading complex matters as a licensed attorney. If the position is filled at the level of Senior Assistant Attorney General, the pay range will be $109,498 to $146,455/year.

Attorneys with less than 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General I (AAG I). The salary range for an AAG I is $85,795-$95,437/annually.

Attorneys with more than 3 years of experience practicing as an attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General II (AAG II). The AAG II salary range is $99,318 - $132,901/annually.

Salary will be paid on a biweekly basis.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Office of the Attorney General offers challenging, interesting, and meaningful work. We are an equal opportunity employer and believe that a diverse work force adds quality and perspective to the services we provide to the public. Candidates with diverse qualities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Candidates for this position must meet the following:

+ At least 5 years of legal experience, preferably with a focus on federal funding, administrative law, public contracts, constitutional law, and/or government representation. Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.

+ Ability to handle a diverse and fast-paced workload with professionalism and attention to detail.

In addition, the strongest candidates will also demonstrate the following attributes:

+ Experience advising on issues governed by 2 C.F.R. Part 200 (Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards).

+ Knowledge of federal and state procurement or grant-making processes.

+ Familiarity with federal oversight bodies such as the Office of Inspector General or Government Accountability Office (GAO).

+ Public sector or government agency legal experience.

+ Demonstrated ability to quickly build confidence with new teams and stakeholders

Conditions of Employment:

+ Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.

+ Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and application for Practice Pending Admission before the first day of employment. For more information about admission to the Colorado bar please review information on the Colorado Supreme CourtOffice of Attorney Regulation Counsel (https://www.coloradosupremecourt.com/index.asp) website.

This position is non-classified and is not subject to appeal rights.

Supplemental Information

WHY WORK FOR US

We Embrace Flexibility

We aim to produce outstanding work product for our clients, be efficient with our time, and support each other as team members – which also means we embrace flexible working arrangements when and where possible.

We Are Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At the DOL, our commitment to DEI is thriving. We know that we are better together when our differences are valued and everyone is inspired and empowered to contribute. As such, we strive to provide a safe environment where individuals feel valued and respected for who they are; demonstrate a behavior and mindset where differences are welcomed, and individuals are treated equally and empowered to do their best work; and promote growth and innovation through a diverse workforce. We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more! If your professional goals include promoting growth and innovation with colleagues who recognize that we are better together when our differences are valued and respected, then DOL is your place to be!

We Have Strong Core Values

Our core values drive our actions. At the Department of Law, we are: 1) principled, maintaining the highest ethical standards, rigorous legal analysis, and careful evaluation of facts; 2) public servants, who are always ensuring our work is not about us, but instead is about the people of Colorado; 3) innovative, by seeking to identify the best approach, make deliberate decisions, and look to improve; and 4) "better together," by working to support each other and collaborate.

We are Committed to Developing our Attorneys

We are deeply invested in our talent and regularly provide meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth through training and coaching. Further, our professional development and performance goal setting process is collaborative and ongoing, and aimed at helping our attorneys grow and succeed.

We Offer Excellent Benefits

In addition to the comprehensiveState of Colorado benefits package (https://stateofcoloradobenefits.com/) including competitive medical and dental health plans, employer-paid life insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans with Colorado PERA (https://www.copera.org/members/retirement-benefits) , and vacation and sick leave earned each month, there are many other unique benefits that we offer, including:

+ Public Service Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) : As a state government employee, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. A borrower may qualify for forgiveness by making 120 on-time payments while employed full-time in public service, if they have certain kinds of federal loans in a qualifying repayment plan

+ Free access to a recently renovated on-site fitness center

+ Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible work schedules, professional development opportunities, and an employee discount program

+ Employer-paid mental health and counseling services through Colorado State Employee Assistance Program

+ Employer-paid annual attorney registration dues

+ Employer-provided access to professional development training and CLE through PLI, Department of Law University and other entities.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must establish an account with governmentjobs.com and complete the on-line applications including the Contact Information section. Applicants are not required to complete the Work Experience, Education, or Additional Information sections of the on-line application. Applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Applicants must provide 1) a cover letter detailing their interest in the position and their relevant experience; 2) a resume; 3) a writing sample, and 4) three professional references. Use the "Attachments" feature of the online application to add documents.

ADAAA Requests

The Department of Law is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Julie Christopher at [email protected].

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Please provide your Bar registration number, state(s) in which you hold a license, and Bar date. Assistant Attorneys General in the Colorado Department of Law must be admitted to the Colorado bar or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and be in good standing at the time of application. Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and application for Practice Pending Admission before the first day of employment.

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