City and County of Denver
Civil Litigation Assistant Director
City and County of Denver, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Civil Litigation Assistant Director
City and County of Denver
About the Role Join the City Attorney’s Office as the Civil Litigation Assistant Director, leading a team of approximately five litigators and serving as lead counsel in the City’s most complex civil and civil rights cases. The position is a hybrid work model located in Denver, CO.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as subject matter expert defending civil rights and personal injury lawsuits on behalf of City agencies and employees.
Supervise, mentor, and manage a team of attorneys, overseeing the defense of cases under each attorney’s control.
Try cases to juries in state and federal courts.
Provide day‑to‑day operational management of the Civil Litigation Section, including communication, strategic vision, and other assigned duties.
Manage talent, develop performance standards, resolve conflicts, and hold employees accountable for meeting expectations.
Required Qualifications
Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB). No substitution of experience for education.
Minimum 3 years of experience at the Assistant City Attorney – Senior level with specialized legal experience.
Current license to practice law in Colorado, obtained by the date of hire.
Ability to work in a public service environment, manage complex litigation, and serve as both litigant and manager.
Benefits
Guaranteed life‑long monthly pension after 5 years of service.
457(b) retirement plan.
140 hours of paid time off earned in the first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 wellness day, and 1 volunteer day per year.
Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within 1 month.
Compensation Salary range: $155,000 – $180,593 per year, based on experience and education.
Location Hybrid model: workplace within Denver, CO; off‑site days must be within the state of Colorado.
Application Deadline Applications accepted until 11:59 PM on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
How to Apply
Upload Resume.
Upload Cover Letter explaining interest, qualifications, and availability to start.
Equal Opportunity The City and County of Denver provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. The City and County of Denver are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. For information about your right to work, consult City resources.
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About the Role Join the City Attorney’s Office as the Civil Litigation Assistant Director, leading a team of approximately five litigators and serving as lead counsel in the City’s most complex civil and civil rights cases. The position is a hybrid work model located in Denver, CO.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as subject matter expert defending civil rights and personal injury lawsuits on behalf of City agencies and employees.
Supervise, mentor, and manage a team of attorneys, overseeing the defense of cases under each attorney’s control.
Try cases to juries in state and federal courts.
Provide day‑to‑day operational management of the Civil Litigation Section, including communication, strategic vision, and other assigned duties.
Manage talent, develop performance standards, resolve conflicts, and hold employees accountable for meeting expectations.
Required Qualifications
Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB). No substitution of experience for education.
Minimum 3 years of experience at the Assistant City Attorney – Senior level with specialized legal experience.
Current license to practice law in Colorado, obtained by the date of hire.
Ability to work in a public service environment, manage complex litigation, and serve as both litigant and manager.
Benefits
Guaranteed life‑long monthly pension after 5 years of service.
457(b) retirement plan.
140 hours of paid time off earned in the first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 wellness day, and 1 volunteer day per year.
Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within 1 month.
Compensation Salary range: $155,000 – $180,593 per year, based on experience and education.
Location Hybrid model: workplace within Denver, CO; off‑site days must be within the state of Colorado.
Application Deadline Applications accepted until 11:59 PM on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
How to Apply
Upload Resume.
Upload Cover Letter explaining interest, qualifications, and availability to start.
Equal Opportunity The City and County of Denver provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. The City and County of Denver are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. For information about your right to work, consult City resources.
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