Larimer County Department of Health and Environment ยท 2 days ago
Deputy District Attorney III or IV
Laporte, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$117K/yr - $123K/yr
3+ years expLarimer County Department of Health and Environment is seeking an experienced attorney for the Deputy District Attorney III or IV position. The role involves handling district court cases, conducting legal research, and representing the County in felony-level criminal proceedings.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Receives and reviews felony case filing materials, including examining the evidence, witness statements, the nature of the crime, and whether the evidence justifies continued prosecution; and makes independent filing decisions
Conducts legal research; prepares reports and develops recommendations related to the District Attorney's Office policies, procedures and operations
Represents the County in felony-level criminal calendar proceedings including the scheduling of cases, plea negotiations, probation revocation hearings, motions, and sentencings
Serves as prosecuting attorney for jury and court trials
Qualification
Required
Three years of experience in criminal prosecution, with demonstrated experience handling felony cases
Current license to practice law in Colorado or obtain it within two (2) months of hire required
Equivalent to a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school required
Preferred
An experienced prosecutor interested in a Deputy District Attorney III position
Demonstrated experience prosecuting felony-level criminal cases
Ability to work at an advanced skill level with significant independent discretion and sound judgment
Strong understanding of criminal procedures, case strategy, and courtroom practice
For Deputy District Attorney IV consideration: at least five years of felony prosecution experience in Colorado
DDA I and II attorneys may be considered, or those with criminal defense experience
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
Short and Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
457(b) Deferred Compensation
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Company
Larimer County Department of Health and Environment
LARIMER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT is a local public health agency based out of 1525 BLUE SPRUCE DR, Fort Collins, Colorado, United States.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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