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Deputy District Attorney – Appellate Unit

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Deputy District Attorney – Appellate Unit

Salary

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Location

Adams County District Attorney - 1000 Judicial Center Drive. Brighton, CO

Job Type

Regular Part-time 2

Job Number

07078

Department

District Attorney

Division

District Attorney's Office

Opening Date

06/16/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

Our Mission

The mission of the District Attorneys Office is to keep the community safe and to make the criminal justice system better through the fair and ethical prosecution of criminal offenders, while seeking justice for victims of crime.

EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.

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What Success Looks Like In This Job

The mission of the District Attorney’s Office is to keep the community safe and to make the criminal justice system better through the fair and ethical prosecution of criminal offenders, while seeking justice for victims of crime.

The Deputy District Attorney performs professional legal work in the litigation of appeals in the Adams and Broomfield District Courts, Colorado Court of Appeals, and Colorado Supreme Court, acting on behalf of the District Attorney and representing the People of the State of Colorado in appellate, postconviction, and civil proceedings. The Deputy District Attorney is a licensed attorney with 2-5 years of experience prosecuting criminal cases, handling a docket of misdemeanor and felony appellate cases, as well as misdemeanor and felony postconviction cases on a part-time basis.

Part-time hours range from 20-29 hours per week.

A range of experience for this vacancy will be considered and a candidate’s qualifications will determine the level at which they are hired:

Deputy District Attorney IV $102, 839.47 to $149,117.23 Annual ($49.442 to $71.691 hourly)

Senior Deputy District Attorney $122,483.45 to $177,601.00 ($58.886 to $85.385 hourly)

Examples of Duties for Success

+ Litigates misdemeanor and traffic appeals arising from County Court cases and felony appeals from District Court cases.

+ Reviews court records and transcripts and conducts legal research to effectively litigate appeals.

+ Litigates postconviction motions pursuant to Crim. P. 35(c) in misdemeanor and traffic cases in County Court and felony cases in District Court, including drafting and filing responsive briefs and motions, and appearing in court for postconviction evidentiary hearings.

+ Evaluates court records, transcripts, and attorney files in litigating Crim. P. 35(c) motions.

+ Litigates various criminal-law-adjacent civil matters including asset forfeitures, petitions to deregister, and sealing of criminal justice records.

+ Assists the office’s trial attorneys with legal research and writing on an as-needed basis.

+ Prepares and presents trainings for the office’s attorneys on various criminal-law issues.

+ Assists victims of crime through the criminal justice system and communicates with victims and witnesses on cases in which they are involved.

+ Provides legal advice to law enforcement agencies.

+ Performs related work as required.

To be successful, our candidate should have the following knowledge, skill, and abilities:

+ Licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado

+ Knowledge of Colorado criminal case law statutes and relevant case law

+ Commitment to protecting the public and making the criminal justice system better

+ Commitment to working collaboratively in a team environment

+ Responsible for reviewing criminal case files and preparing said files for appeal.

+ Ability to prepare for and effectively manage an appellate and postconviction caseload, including appearing for oral argument and evidentiary hearings when necessary.

+ Skill in researching and drafting legal pleadings and briefs necessary for the successful prosecution and defense of appeals.

+ Ability to comply with all Victims' Rights mandates, to include victim notification and/or consultation at all critical stages of a case

+ Strong critical thinking skills, writing skills, and ability to think on one’s feet in a high stress environment.

+ Skill in appellate courtroom presentation

+ Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

+ Ability to work independently and efficiently to meet statutory deadlines.

+ Ability to learn and utilize computer case management software programs.

+ Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, court officials, law enforcement, the public and other government agencies

Qualifications for Success

Must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado

Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Colorado Driver's License

Must pass a criminal background check

Cover Letter, Resume, and Writing Sample: To be considered for this position, a cover letter, resume, and writing sample MUST be attached to the application.

This posting will remain open until the position is filled.

This is a part-time position, with hours from 20-29 per week.

Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!

Benefits You Expect:

+ AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance

+ Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance

+ Deferred Compensation Plan

+ Dental/Vision/Medical Plans

+ Generous Vacation/Sick leave (pro-rated)

+ Long-Term Disability

+ Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Employee Fitness Center

+ Employee Health Clinics

+ Flexible Work Schedules

+ Recreation Center Discounts

+ Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs

+ Wellness programs

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Do you possess a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school?

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+ No

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Are you barred in the State of Colorado?

+ Yes

+ No

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Do you have two (2) to five (5) years of prosecution experience?

+ Yes

+ No

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Do you understand this is a part-time position? (20-29 hours per week)

+ Yes

+ No

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Employer

Adams County

Address

4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website

http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities

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