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State of Colorado · 4 months ago

First Assistant Attorney General - Consumer Credit Enforcement.

Denver, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

The State of Colorado is seeking a First Assistant Attorney General to lead the Consumer Credit Enforcement Unit within the Department of Law. This role involves supervising staff, managing complex cases, and enforcing consumer protection laws to safeguard Coloradans from predatory lending practices.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the Consumer Credit Enforcement Unit

Participate in investigations and handle independent caseload

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 and engagement

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

Make hiring and salary recommendations; coach and evaluate attorneys and paralegals

Report to senior management on legal, operational, and personnel matters

Monitor policy, legislative and legal developments related to consumer protection matters

Ensure delivery of high-quality, cost-effective and efficient legal work while maintaining professionalism

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

Qualification

Litigation experienceConsumer financial protectionManagement experienceAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsCoaching skillsEmpathyPublic service commitmentDiversityInclusionInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Admitted to the Colorado bar or clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and be in good standing at the time of application

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.