Assistant City Attorney - Criminal
JOB LOCATION14999 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1563City of Aurora, ColoradoIt is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora?Make a difference in the lives of real people every dayDiverse communityCompetitive total compensation packageWell-Funded General Employees Retirement PlanLight rail station minutes awayOn-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancementAccess to innovation workspacesPRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESThe hiring rate for this position is $85,790 - $107,237/year. Salary to be commensurate with experience.Sign On Bonus: New employees are eligible for a $5,000 bonus; with $2,500 paid on the first payroll, and $2,500 paid upon successful completion of the 6-month introductory period.This posting is being used to fill multiple vacancies and will be posted until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they come in, and this posting may close quickly and without notice. City Attorney's Office, Criminal DivisionThe Criminal Division handles the prosecution of petty offenses and misdemeanors occurring in the City. The mission of our Criminal Division is to enhance public safety and to achieve justice through the effective prosecution of municipal offenses. This position is a Full Time, entry-level position. The position involves the prosecution of City ordinance violations, including negotiations, motions, trial practice, and appeals. Applicants must be members, in good standing, of the Colorado Bar, or must have recently taken the Colorado Bar Exam pending results.As an Assistant City Attorney, you will utilize your knowledge and abilities obtained through law school education and municipal, governmental or private experience to conduct research, draft legal documents and prosecute cases in the Aurora Municipal Court, through the Criminal Division of the City Attorney's Office. Serves as a criminal trial and appellate attorney in the Criminal DivisionConducts research for trials and appellate briefsEnters into plea negotiations with defendants or their attorneys during pretrial conferencesInterviews victims and witnesses of crimesPerforms a wide variety of legal projects for the City Attorney's Office and Municipal CourtPrepares and tries cases of city code violationsPrepares pleadings, undertakes discovery and drafts appe...