Deputy District Attorney

Overview

Boulder County invites applications for the role of Deputy District Attorney for the 20th Judicial District Attorney’s Office. The Deputy District Attorney I is an entry level attorney; responsibilities include managing a county court docket and developing trial skills; acts as a professional representative of the Office of the District Attorney; follows office policies and procedures; seeks guidance, as necessary; demonstrates a strong work ethic and sound ethical judgment;

works well with staff, victims, witnesses, co-workers, and court staff; treats co-workers, the public, defendants, and defense attorneys with respect; maintains the highest level of professionalism; at all times maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and ethics.

Examples of Duties:

• Bachelor of Law (LLB) or Juris Doctorate (JD)
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado
• Valid driver's license
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of all Colorado statutes that the District Attorney is mandated to enforce
• Knowledge of the rules of procedure, rules of evidence, and general workings of the judicial system
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, court officials, law enforcement, the public, and other government agencies
• Bilingual in Spanish and English (preferred qualification)

In addition to the Boulder County benefits, the District Attorney’s Office offers:

• Work From Home two-days a week, if duties allow, after 6 months of employment with the office
• An enhanced Extended Parental Leave Policy for up to an additional 12 weeks of parental leave.

This is a full-time, benefited position with the 20th Judicial District Attorney’s Office
-Boulder County. Work hours are Monday through Friday, as well as periodic on call duty. The Deputy District Attorney will work out of the Boulder or Longmont office.

Salary/Hiring Range - $96,480-$102,288.

Under FLSA guidelines this position is exempt.

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Applicants must attach a cover letter and resume for this position. A job offer is contingent on passing a criminal background investigation with fingerprinting.