Mesa County, CO
Assistant County Attorney II - Civil
Mesa County, CO, Grand Junction, Colorado, United States, 81503
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Essential Job Functions
Provides legal representation for the County in all legal proceedings to which the County is a party, including court appearance and drafting of pleadings.
Handles subpoenas and responses to discovery requests and open records requests made pursuant to the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) or the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act (CCJRA).
Provides legal advice to selected County departments and elected officials as required, appearing in Court as necessary.
Advises departments on questions of law pertaining to County business as assigned.
Researches, prepares and drafts ordinances, resolutions, legislation, contracts and other legal documents as required.
Advises Board of County Commissioners' appointed boards as directed.
Researches, analyzes and applies law to practical situations to proactively represent and, if necessary, defend county departments and officials; prepares and drafts written opinions as required.
Communicates effectively orally and in writing with County officials and employees, court clerks and judges, opposing counsel, and other professionals; performs other related duties as assigned.
Maintains professional competence and training by attending related ongoing continuing legal education trainings.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required Education and Experience:
Juris Doctorate and 5 years of progressively responsible related legal experience, including 2 years of litigation experience, or similarly related experience.
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work successfully with law enforcement personnel.
Licenses And Certifications Current license to practice law in the State of Colorado.
Physical Requirements And Working Environment This position requires standing, stooping, sitting, bending, twisting, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Paid Sick Leave & Vacation Leave
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Agency: Mesa County
Address: 544 Rood Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Phone: 970-244-1856
Website: http://www.mesacounty.us
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Click https://mesacounty.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Mesa_County/details/ASSISTANT-COUNTY-ATTORNEY-II---CIVIL_JR459-1 to apply.
Essential Job Functions
Provides legal representation for the County in all legal proceedings to which the County is a party, including court appearance and drafting of pleadings.
Handles subpoenas and responses to discovery requests and open records requests made pursuant to the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) or the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act (CCJRA).
Provides legal advice to selected County departments and elected officials as required, appearing in Court as necessary.
Advises departments on questions of law pertaining to County business as assigned.
Researches, prepares and drafts ordinances, resolutions, legislation, contracts and other legal documents as required.
Advises Board of County Commissioners' appointed boards as directed.
Researches, analyzes and applies law to practical situations to proactively represent and, if necessary, defend county departments and officials; prepares and drafts written opinions as required.
Communicates effectively orally and in writing with County officials and employees, court clerks and judges, opposing counsel, and other professionals; performs other related duties as assigned.
Maintains professional competence and training by attending related ongoing continuing legal education trainings.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required Education and Experience:
Juris Doctorate and 5 years of progressively responsible related legal experience, including 2 years of litigation experience, or similarly related experience.
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work successfully with law enforcement personnel.
Licenses And Certifications Current license to practice law in the State of Colorado.
Physical Requirements And Working Environment This position requires standing, stooping, sitting, bending, twisting, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Paid Sick Leave & Vacation Leave
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Agency: Mesa County
Address: 544 Rood Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Phone: 970-244-1856
Website: http://www.mesacounty.us
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