County Attorney | Assistant County Attorney

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El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.

We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.

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El Paso County is seeking a Staff County Attorney (Entry Level) or an Assistant County Attorney (Experienced) specializing in Human Services to protect the rights and well‐being of children, families, and at‑risk adults. This role is designed for attorneys who value professional autonomy and the confidence to manage cases independently, while working within a collaborative legal team that provides guidance when needed.

As part of the Human Services career progression series, attorneys have the opportunity to grow professionally through structured development, supervision, and advancement based on experience and performance. This position is ideal for attorneys committed to public service who value meaningful work, professional growth, and a team environment focused on long‑term sustainability. Join a team where your work protects vulnerable populations, and where sustainability and professionalism matter.

Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter created by the applicant without automated or third‑party content generation at the time of application.

Full Salary Range: $84,220.00 – $ annually

Hiring Range: $87,000.00 – $94,000.00 annually

Full Salary Range: $96,140.00 – $ annually

Hiring Range: $ – $ annually

This position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; rotating on‑call schedule, subject to change.

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Provides legal services, advice, and representation to the Department of Human Services (DHS); advises DHS staff on legal aspects of casework and assists staff in preparing for litigation. At‑will employee; serves at the will and pleasure of the County Attorney. This position is part of the County Attorney – Human Services career progression series, which includes Staff Attorney – Human Services, Assistant County Attorney – Human Services, and Senior County Attorney – Human Services.

An employee is eligible to advance to the next position within the series when the employee has met the criteria for advancement as noted within the classification specification and has received a recommendation from the Hiring Authority. Employment is subject to the terms, conditions, and policies detailed in the Personnel Policies Manual (PPM). This position requires regular in‑person presence as an essential job function.

• Presents cases before all relevant courts and administrative bodies.
• Organizes trial and hearing preparation; drafts and files legal documents and prepares questions and arguments necessary for hearings or trials; notifies and interviews witnesses; reviews evidence.
• Prepares memoranda of law and opinion letters as needed and directed by the Chief Deputy County Attorney.
• Researches and interprets the Colorado Children’s Code, Probate Code, Social Services Code, and the Colorado Code of Regulations pertaining to same.
• Researches other State and Federal statutory and common law, regulations, policies, agency letters, legal treatises, articles, manuals, and writing in the field as needed to prepare all cases or legal issues for hearings, trials, or other resolutions.
• Interprets and applies Colorado Rules of Civil, Juvenile, Probate, and Appellate Procedure.
• Meets with counsel representing parents, children, at‑risk adults, and other parties to identify litigated issues, resolving them through mediation, negotiation, stipulation, and/or trial.
• Provides training to DHS staff regarding legal aspects of case preparation, trial/hearing preparation, testimony, and related legal processes as needed.
• Provides other legal services as requested by the Chief Deputy County Attorney and/or County…