Assistant Attorney General (Professional Boards and Programs)

colorado·Denver

Full-timemid89,964–136,468 / year · currency unspecified

About this role

<div style="text-align: center;"> <img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2027/jobpostings/image/20250822151517_newvalues.png" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii" data-uw-rm-alt-original="" alt="The Revenue & Regulatory Law Section is seeking an attorney to join its dynamic and collaborative legal team. This is an opportunity to litigate and provide general counsel legal services in challenging areas of law that frequently present novel legal questions. Attorneys in the Section address a wide variety of interesting and complex issues. The selected attorney will handle a diverse caseload of significant administrative, licensure, and disciplinary actions, primarily for the" data-uw-rm-alt="CT"></div> The Revenue & Regulatory Law (R&R) section of the Colorado Department of Law is seeking a dynamic and committed Assistant Attorney General to join the Professional Boards and Programs (PBP) Unit. In this role, you will help protect Coloradans through the state’s regulation of licensed professions. This dedicated public servant will be involved in diverse licensing litigation work as well as providing general counsel to clients represented by the unit. This position is a great opportunity for an attorney with a passion for litigation and who takes pride in building strong client relationships based on mutual trust and respect. 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: <a href="https://coag.gov/" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://coag.gov/">https://coag.gov/</a>.<div style="font-style: normal;text-indent: 0.0px;margin: 0.0px;padding: 0.0px;color: rgb(0,0,0);"> </div>

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Qualified applicants 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. For more information about admission to the Colorado Bar please review information on the <a href="https://www.coloradolegalregulation.com/attorney-search/" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.coloradolegalregulation.com/attorney-search/">Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel</a>. Candidates should have: 1) a litigation background; 2) a demonstrated ability to handle negotiations, litigation, and trials independently and effectively; 3) proficient client communication skills; and 4) excellent writing skills. Essential skills for this position:<ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Ability to manage a significant caseload, including working closely with Unit paralegals</li><li>Comfort with and enjoyment in litigating cases and advising clients in a general counsel role</li><li>Excellent research, writing, and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to provide advice on complex matters</li><li>Committed and eager to serve the public in a consumer protection-related role</li><li>Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion</li><li>Enthusiasm about working with a smart, collaborative, and fun team</li></ul> THIS POSITION REQUIRES AT LEAST ONE WRITING SAMPLE. PLEASE REVIEW THE "HOW TO APPLY" SECTION OF THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR MORE INFORMATION. Conditions of Employment:<ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.</li><li>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 Court <a href="https://www.coloradosupremecourt.com/index.asp" target="_blank" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.coloradosupremecourt.com/index.asp" data-uw-rm-ext-link="">Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel</a> website.</li><li id="isPasted">Colorado Department of Law participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. </li></ul><div style="text-align: center;"> This position is non-classified and is not subject to appeal rights.</div>

HOW TO APPLY Applicants must establish an account with <a data-fr-linked="true" href="//governmentjobs.com" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="//governmentjobs.com">governmentjobs.com</a> and complete the online applications including the Contact Information section. Applicants are not required to complete the Work Experience, Education, or Additional Information sections of the online application. Applicants must provide 1) a cover letter detailing your interest in the position; 2) a resume; 3) at least one writing sample; and 4) three professional references. Use the "Attachments" feature of the online application to add documents. Writing samples should demonstrate your ability to provide sound legal advice to a client. The writing samples should be products that were created solely by you. Please include a brief description of the issue/scenario presented, whether the issue was time-sensitive in nature, and what (if any) feedback was received after the advice was provided. In selecting the examples, you may wish to consider providing different forms – for example, written advice that was provided by email, advice that was provided in a more formal memorandum format, dispositive motions or responses, legal briefs. 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 <a data-fr-linked="true" href="mailto:Julie.Christopher@coag.gov">Julie.Christopher@coag.gov</a> or call 720- 508-6511. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact our Legal Talent Director at <a data-fr-linked="true" href="mailto:LegalTalentDirector@coag.gov">LegalTalentDirector@coag.gov</a>. 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 comprehensive <a href="https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits" target="_blank" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits" data-uw-rm-ext-link="">State of Colorado benefits package</a> including competitive medical and dental health plans, employer-paid life insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans with <a href="https://www.copera.org/members/retirement-benefits" target="_blank" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.copera.org/members/retirement-benefits" data-uw-rm-ext-link="">Colorado PERA</a>, and vacation and sick leave earned each month, there are many other unique benefits that we offer, including: <ul type="disc"><li><a href="https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service">Public Service Loan Forgiveness</a>: 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</li><li>Free access to a recently renovated on-site fitness center</li><li>Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible work schedules, professional development opportunities, and an employee discount program</li><li>Employer-paid mental health and counseling services through Colorado State Employee Assistance Program</li><li>Employer-paid annual attorney registration dues</li><li>Employer-provided access to professional development training and CLE through PLI, Department of Law University and other entities</li></ul>