Assistant Attorney General - Public Safety Unit Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/5060102) Apply  Assistant Attorney General - Public Safety Unit Salary $88,197.00 - $136,558.00 Annually Location Denver, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number LAA-09863-08/2025 Department Department of Law Division Civil Litigation & Employment Law Opening Date 08/27/2025 FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address 1300 Broadway, Denver CO 80203 FLSA Status Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Type of Announcement This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. Department Contact Information If you have questions about your application contact Vanessa Rhea, email: vanessa.rhea@coag.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information This position is not subject to the Hiring Freeze as outlined in Executive Order D 2025 009. Applications will be reviewed beginning 9/26/25. This posting will remain open until the position is filled; however, applicants are encouraged to apply early, as interviews may be conducted on a rolling basis. Find a rewarding career making a difference: Join the Office of the Attorney General! The Department of Law/Office of the Attorney General (DOL), Civil Litigation and Employment Section has a unique opportunity for an experienced attorney to work for the Colorado Department of Public Safety (CDPS), the Divisions within CDPS: the Colorado State Patrol, Colorado Bureau of Investigation, the Division of Criminal Justice, the Division of Fire Prevention and Control, the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management; and all other CDPS Boards, Commissions and offices (“Public Safety Agencies”). This position offers the opportunity to provide a broad spectrum of legal counsel to Public Safety Agencies, including daily legal advice and guidance to CDPS executive management and staff on a broad variety of issues. The attorney in this position will also assist Public Safety Agencies on certain civil and criminal matters in administrative courts, state and federal district, and appellate courts. The role will combine general counsel advice and some litigation on behalf of the CDPS with other attorneys in the Section. This position is best suited for an attorney who excels at independently navigating new and unfamiliar issues on a regular basis while engaging as part of a team with other attorneys and staff. WHO WE ARE The Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law is the “People’s Lawyer.” The Attorney General, Phil Weiser, was elected by the people of Colorado and is the State’s chief lawyer and law enforcement official. Our vision for the Department of Law is: “Together, we serve Colorado and its people, advancing the rule of law, protecting our democracy and promoting justice for all.” Our core values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, drive our actions and demonstrate our focus on being principled public servants who are innovative and better together. Learn more about the Colorado Attorney General’s Office here (https://coag.gov/) . Description of Job Diverse Work Attorneys in the Public Safety Unit handle a wide variety of complex and impactful legal matters, including: + Supporting the Divisions of Criminal Justice and Homeland Security & Emergency Management with federal grant reviews and related legal questions + Representing and advising state agencies in litigation involving federal grants + Appearing in criminal and civil court in response to subpoenas for criminal justice records + Providing legal guidance on firearms issues, including waiting periods and background checks + Advising on significant constitutional issues, such as Fourth Amendment matters + Counseling law enforcement on compliance with Colorado’s Enhance Law Enforcement Integrity Act + Offering legal advice on data privacy and immigration issues + Representing and advising the Forensic Services Crime Lab + Assisting the Division of Fire Prevention and Control with wildfire-related legal issues, suppression licensing, rulemaking, and prevention efforts + Supporting criminal justice research and victims’ services initiatives + Advising and supporting the Sex Offender Management Board and the Domestic Violence Offender Management Board + Providing legal advice on critical and emergent law enforcement and first responder matters WHAT YOU WILL DO In this role, you will: + Be a trusted advisor: Provide legal counsel advice on a wide range of issues—from policy and compliance to open records requests, subpoenas and legislative mandates. + Litigate: Represent CDPS in state courts, handling cases that include civil rights, subpoenas duces tecum, open records challenges, judicial review, administrative challenges, and criminal and civil matters. + Shape policy & law: Interpret new legislation, review rules, policies, and procedures, and advise Boards and Commissions on governance, draft rule memoranda, compliance, and transparency. + Serve in times of need: Support state emergency responses and collaboration with federal and local partners on critical disaster funding and public safety measures. + Educate & lead: Advise and recommend essential mandatory training courses, develop client-focused sessions on emerging legal issues, and strengthen Colorado’s commitment to open, effective, and ethical governance. This recruitment may be used to fill more than one Assistant Attorney General position in the Civil Litigation and Employment Law Section. Salary note:The Department of Law uses a wage progression compensation model. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Attorneys with less than 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General I (AAG I). Effective July 1, 2025, the salary range for an AAG I is $88,197-$117,964/annually. Attorneys with more than 3 years of experience practicing as an attorney may be hired as an Assistant Attorney General II (AAG II). Effective July 1, 2025, the AAG II salary range is $102,099 - $136,558/annually. Salary will be paid on a biweekly basis. Why You Should Join At the Department of Law, you will: + Make a tangible impact: Your work will directly influence public safety, civil rights, and the lives of Coloradans across the state. + Engage in challenging, meaningful cases: From complex advice matters to real-time emergency support, your practice will never be routine. + Grow as a leader: Collaborate with some of Colorado’s most dedicated attorneys while building specialized expertise in high-profile areas of law. + Work for justice, not billable hours: Experience the satisfaction of meaningful public service with a healthy work-life balance. + Be part of a community: Join a team that values collaboration, professional development, and a shared commitment to justice, equity, and inclusion. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Qualified applicants must be admitted to the Colorado Bar or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and be in good standing at the time of application. Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and application for Practice Pending Admission before the first day of employment. For more information about admission to the Colorado Bar please review information on the Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel (https://www.coloradosupremecourt.com/index.asp) . Who We’re Looking For We know no candidate checks every box, but we are especially interested in attorneys who bring: + At least five years of general counsel and/or civil litigation experience (administrative or regulatory law a plus). + Experience litigating in state courts in criminal and/or civil matters with strong familiarity with the Colorado Rules of Evidence and Procedure. + Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. + A solutions-oriented mindset and creative problem-solving ability. + Confidence in developing strong client relationships and navigating fast-paced, high-stakes matters. + Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. + A passion for public service and a desire to make Colorado safer, fairer, and stronger. Applicants must be admitted to the Colorado Bar (or eligible to waive in) and in good standing at the time of application. THIS POSITION REQUIRES AT LEAST ONE WRITING SAMPLE. PLEASE REVIEW THE "HOW TO APPLY" SECTION OF THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR MORE INFORMATION. The Office of the Attorney General offers challenging, interesting, and meaningful work. We are an equal opportunity employer and believe that a diverse work force adds quality and perspective to the services we provide to the public. Candidates with diverse qualities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Conditions of Employment: + Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment. + The Public Safety Unit functions on a hybrid work model. New employees are generally expected to work in-office 2-3 days a week. The unit will typically designate one day per week as an in-office day for the entire team. Public Safety Unit attorneys are expected to attend in-person meetings with client stakeholders at CDPS’s various locations. + Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and application for Practice Pending Admission before the first day of employment. For more information about admission to the Colorado Bar please review information on the Colorado Supreme CourtOffice of Attorney Regulation Counsel (https://www.coloradosupremecourt.com/index.asp) website. Colorado Department of Law participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. This position is non-classified and is not subject to appeal rights. Supplemental Information HOW TO APPLY Applicants must establish an account with governmentjobs.com and complete the on-line applications including the Contact Information section. Applicants are not required to complete the Work Experience, Education, or Additional Information sections of the on-line application. Applicants must provide 1) a cover letter detailing their interest in the position and their relevant experience; 2) a resume; 3) a writing sample, and 4) three professional references. Use the "Attachments" feature of the online application to add documents. Applicant may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. ADAAA Requests The Department of Law is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Julie Christopher at hr@coag.gov. For general information regarding this position and other attorney opportunities at our office, please contact our Legal Talent Director at legaltalentdirector@coag.gov . WHY WORK FOR US We Embrace Flexibility We aim to produce outstanding work product for our clients, be efficient with our time, and support each other as team members – which also means we embrace flexible working arrangements when and where possible. We Are Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion At the DOL, our commitment to DEI is thriving. We know that we are better together when our differences are valued and everyone is inspired and empowered to contribute. As such, we strive to provide a safe environment where individuals feel valued and respected for who they are; demonstrate a behavior and mindset where differences are welcomed, and individuals are treated equally and empowered to do their best work; and promote growth and innovation through a diverse workforce. We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more! If your professional goals include promoting growth and innovation with colleagues who recognize that we are better together when our differences are valued and respected, then DOL is your place to be! We Have Strong Core Values Our core values drive our actions. At the Department of Law, we are: 1) principled, maintaining the highest ethical standards, rigorous legal analysis, and careful evaluation of facts; 2) public servants, who are always ensuring our work is not about us, but instead is about the people of Colorado; 3) innovative, by seeking to identify the best approach, make deliberate decisions, and look to improve; and 4) "better together," by working to support each other and collaborate. We are Committed to Developing our Attorneys We are deeply invested in our talent and regularly provide meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth through training and coaching. Further, our professional development and performance goal setting process is collaborative and ongoing, and aimed at helping our attorneys grow and succeed. We Offer Excellent Benefits In addition to the comprehensiveState of Colorado benefits package (https://stateofcoloradobenefits.com/) including competitive medical and dental health plans, employer-paid life insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans with Colorado PERA (https://www.copera.org/members/retirement-benefits) , and vacation and sick leave earned each month, there are many other unique benefits that we offer, including: + Public Service Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) : As a state government employee, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. A borrower may qualify for forgiveness by making 120 on-time payments while employed full-time in public service, if they have certain kinds of federal loans in a qualifying repayment plan + Free access to a recently renovated on-site fitness center + Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible work schedules, professional development opportunities, and an employee discount program + Employer-paid mental health and counseling services through Colorado State Employee Assistance Program + Employer-paid annual attorney registration dues + Employer-provided access to professional development training and CLE through PLI, Department of Law University and other entities. Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 To apply, you must submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three professional references. Failure to attach these documents may result in your application not being considered. Please confirm that you have attached the required documents. + Yes + No 02 Please provide your bar registration number, state(s) in which you hold a license, and bar date. Assistant Attorneys General in the Colorado Department of Law must be admitted to the Colorado Bar or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and be in good standing at the time of application. Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and application for Practice Pending Admission before the first day of employment. 03 Describe any involvement you've had with equity, diversity, or inclusion efforts at past organizations. 04 Describe a time you didn't know how to advise a client on a complex and time-sensitive issue in the moment. What was the scenario and how did you handle it? How did you maintain the client's confidence and trust in you? 05 Describe your experience working with high profile or politically sensitive issues. Required Question Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email