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Senior Deputy District Attorney

Adams County Government • Colorado, Colorado • 7h ago

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Senior Deputy District Attorney

Salary

$124,933.12 - $181,153.02 Annually

Location

Adams County District Attorney - 1000 Judicial Center Drive. Brighton, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

2026-07451

Department

District Attorney

Division

District Attorney's Office

Opening Date

04/14/2026

Closing Date

4/24/2026 4:30 PM Mountain

Our Mission

The mission of the District Attorneys Office is to keep the community safe and to make the criminal justice system better through the fair and ethical prosecution of criminal offenders, while seeking justice for victims of crime.

EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.

Description

Benefits

What Success Looks Like In This Job

The Senior Deputy District Attorney performs professional legal work in the prosecution of criminal cases in the 17thJudicial District, acting on behalf of the District Attorney and representing the People of the State of Colorado. Attorneys in this category have consistently demonstrated the experience and competence necessary to handle first chair/lead prosecutor responsibilities on any @type of case, regardless of complexity. Attorneys have also demonstrated leadership ability and consistency in developing working relationships with law enforcement, the judiciary, the defense bar, victim groups, and the community.

Examples of Duties for Success

Demonstrate a strong commitment to seeking justice, preserving community safety and making the criminal justice system better

Perform the duties of a District Court prosecutor, including preparing and conducting jury trials on high level felony offenses such as homicide cases, sex assault cases etc.

Maintain a large caseload of felony cases and perform all necessary duties to shepherd the cases through the criminal justice system, including making appropriate plea offers, working with victims, preparing witnesses, collaborating with law enforcement and interacting with defense attorneys.

Represent the 17thJudicial District and District Attorney using professionalism and integrity in dealing with court officials, witnesses, members of the legal community and the general public.

Serve as a leader and mentor in the office, particularly with less-experienced attorneys

Establish, nurture and improve relationships between the District Attorney's Office and the community

Demonstrate leadership to improve and strengthen the units and teams within the District Attorney's Office

Serve as a liaison to law enforcement agencies within the 17thJudicial District Attorney

Provide, on a scheduled basis, off-hour and on-call services to police agencies requiring assistance during nights and weekends

Serve on various "on-call" teams within the office, such as Homicide On-Call, Vehicular Homicide On-Call and others as designated

Qualifications for Success

Must possess a law degree from an accredited law school

Seven (7) years minimum experience as prosecuting attorney in the State of Colorado or another State is required.

Prior felony prosecution experience is required

Must be a licensed attorney permitted to practice law in the State of Colorado.

More Qualifications for Success

Cover Letter and Resume: To be considered for this position, a cover letter and resume MUST be attached to the application.

Adams County and the 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office complies with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act ("JAFA"). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Benefits You Expect:

AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance

Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance

Deferred Compensation Plan

Dental/Vision/Medical Plans

Generous Vacation/Sick leave

Long-Term Disability

Retirement Plan

Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Fitness Center

Employee Health Clinics

Flexible Work Schedules

Recreation Center Discounts

Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Wellness programs

Lactation friendly certified workplace

Employer

Adams County

Address

4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website

http://www.adamscountyco.gov/careers

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