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Denver, Colorado, United States
Hybrid
With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver (CCD) means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Click here to find out about all the amazing benefits and reasons to work for CCD!
What We Offer
The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $86,634-142,947/year. New hires are typically brought into the organization with a starting pay between $95,000 - $99,000/year. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:
Location & Schedule
In this position you will work out of the Wellington E. Webb Municipal Office Building located at 201 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80202, but you will also work in the City and County Building, the Lindsey Flanigan Courthouse, and the Downtown Detention Center. Office hours are 8:00AM – 5:00PM but may be longer depending on the needs of the court and the case.
This role follows a hybrid schedule; however, because court appearances are conducted in person, employees are required to report on site daily for court proceedings. Depending on court schedules and business needs, employees may have opportunities to work remotely for portions of the workday after completing their in-person court responsibilities.
Please note: Downtown parking expenses are the responsibility of the employee. We offer a flexible spending account option specifically for parking; if you elect this option, you can use pre tax dollars for parking. We also offer an RTD ‘eco pass’ to all City employees– allowing the use of public transportation for free as a City Employee.
Who We Are & What You’ll Do
The City Attorney’s Office is hiring an unlimited Entry Level Assistant City Attorney for the Prosecution and Code Enforcement (PACE) Section of the Department of Law. A PACE Entry Level Assistant City Attorney prosecutes a variety of municipal ordinance violations that occur within the City and County of Denver. We seek an attorney with experience or interest in criminal law, a basic understanding of municipal government law, a strong commitment to public service and public safety, and courtroom experience or interest in gaining strong courtroom and trial experience.
PACE prosecutes municipal crimes and traffic offenses, including domestic violence, assault, shoplifting, trespassing, and traffic violations. Additionally, we help victims of crimes understand their rights and provide planning to help victims safely participate in the criminal justice process. PACE also handles civil nuisance abatement cases against property used during the commission of crime and provides legal support to the Denver Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection.
This is an exceptional opportunity for attorneys seeking immediate courtroom and trial experience, trial advocacy training, and significant courtroom responsibility early in their legal careers, all while making a direct impact in the Denver community. Successful candidates are energized by fast-paced litigation, enjoy thinking on their feet, and are motivated by serving victims, advancing public safety, and making a positive difference through public service. This role offers substantial courtroom responsibility from day one and is well suited for individuals who are eager to learn, thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to changing circumstances, exercise sound judgment, and enjoy working as part of a highly collaborative team.
Key responsibilities will include:
What You’ll Bring
We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.
Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:
Required Minimum Qualifications
Application Deadline
To be considered for this position, you must include the following on your job application (upload the attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab):
The City is currently hiring for an Entry-Level Assistant City Attorney and anticipates an additional vacancy in November 2026. Apply as soon as possible for full consideration.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, with continued periodic review as continued hiring needs arise.
Job Profile
CL0356 Assistant City Attorney EntryTo view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.
Position Type
UnlimitedPosition Salary Range
$86,634.00 - $142,947.00Target Pay
$95,000 - $99,000/year, based on experience and educationAgency
City Attorney's OfficeRedeployment during Citywide Emergencies
City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.
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