Deputy County Attorney

Overview

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The Deputy County Attorney provides legal counsel and representation across a broad range of County matters, with primary responsibility for human services, child welfare, adult protection, regulatory and land use enforcement, and child support enforcement. The position also provides legal counsel to the Board of County Commissioners, all elected county officials, the various county boards and commissions, and the various county departments.

The Deputy County Attorney serves as acting County Attorney in the County Attorney’s absence, and is fully ready to assume the duties and responsibilities of the County Attorney in such circumstances.

The annual salary range is from $ to $ depending on experience, plus full benefits. The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month
• Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service
• Dependent Care FSA
• FSA and HSA
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary
• Employer Paid Norton Life Lock Membership
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement
• 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match
• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement
• 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match
• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

• An active license to practice law in Colorado or readily admissible to practice in Colorado, and a valid Colorado driver's license.

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Colorado or the ability to obtain licensure within six (6) months of hire.
• Minimum three years of legal practice, with demonstrated experience in litigation and local government law.
• Expertise in child welfare law is preferred.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Legal
• Industries:
  Government Administration

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date:
Open until filled.

View The Full Job Description Here.

Hiring Manager:
Matt Hoyt

Email: mhoyt

Notes:
The Deputy County Attorney provides legal counsel and representation across a broad range of County matters, with primary responsibility for human services, child welfare, adult protection, regulatory and land use enforcement, and child support enforcement. The position also provides legal counsel to the Board of County Commissioners, all elected county officials, the various county boards and commissions, and the various county departments.

The Deputy County Attorney serves as acting County Attorney in the County Attorney’s absence, and is fully ready to assume the duties and responsibilities of the County Attorney in such circumstances.

Open until filled.