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Colorado Department of Revenue · 4 months ago

First Assistant Attorney General - Consumer Credit Enforcement

Denver, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

The Colorado Department of Revenue is seeking a First Assistant Attorney General to lead the Consumer Credit Enforcement Unit within the Office of the Attorney General. This role involves overseeing consumer financial protection enforcement, supervising staff, and managing complex legal cases related to consumer credit and protection laws.

Government Administration

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead Colorado’s consumer financial protection enforcement, including protecting Coloradans from predatory lenders, debt collectors, student loan servicers, and debt settlement companies

Participate in investigations and handle independent caseload with minimal assistance

Supervise and lead rulemaking under the state’s consumer financial protection authorities

Analyze legislative bills that amend Colorado’s consumer financial protection statutes

Facilitate the work and operations of the Unit, promoting collaboration, engagement, integrity, and exceptional legal service

Assign and oversee cases, coordinate workflow, and carry an independent workload

Handle a caseload of complex or high-profile cases, supervise staff, and serve as a frontline leader

Responsible for employee performance management activities and assisting the Assistant Deputy Attorney General with personnel, budget, and various administrative duties

Qualification

Litigation experienceConsumer financial protectionManagement experienceLegal analysisCommunication skillsCoaching skillsProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skillsEmotional intelligence

Required

Applicants must be admitted to the Colorado bar or 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 before the first day of employment

Preferred

Strong experience as a litigator and trial lawyer with substantial depth in consumer financial protection issues

Demonstrated competency in litigating complex cases

Prior management or supervisory experience leading a diverse workforce and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a leader

Outstanding writing, analytical, and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively with a variety and diversity of personalities

Ability to lead with empathy and be a big-picture problem solver

Commitment to serving the public interest and/or have prior public sector or public service experience

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness : 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.

Company

Colorado Department of Revenue

With just under 1500 employees, the Colorado Department of Revenue oversees the Division of Motor Vehicles, the Enforcement Division, the Colorado State Lottery, and the Taxation Division.

Founded in 1941