Pueblo County Government
Deputy District Attorney I or II
Pueblo County Government, Pueblo, Colorado, United States, 81004
DDA I: Position Summary
Performs professional entry level legal work preparing and prosecuting misdemeanor and major traffic offenses in court.
DDA II: Position Summary Performs professional journey level legal work preparing and prosecuting felony criminal cases.
Compensation
DDA I: $71,160 – $106,740 annually (budgeted starting salary: $86,000/year)
DDA II: $86,112 – $129,168 annually (budgeted starting salary: $101,000/year)
What You Will Do (DDA I)
Ensures orderly prosecution, disposition, and processing of misdemeanor and traffic cases assigned.
Prepares and tries cases involving misdemeanors and petty offenses; reviews investigative reports; files charges; requests and reviews additional information; writes charging documents, warrants, pleadings, plea agreements, briefs and related materials; negotiates plea agreements; appears in court; presents testimony and arguments in hearings including preliminary motions, pleas and sentencing.
Confers and advises law enforcement officers concerning charges and investigations and criminal law.
Confers with defense attorneys.
Handles appeals of misdemeanor convictions to District Court.
Represents the Department of Motor Vehicles in administrative appeals to District Court.
Explains and interprets statutes and status of various cases to the general public, and determines the adequacy of complaints presented by the public.
Interviews and prepares victims and witnesses.
Covers court appearances for other attorneys.
Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.
What You Will Do (DDA II)
Ensures orderly prosecution, disposition, and processing of felony cases assigned.
Prepares and tries cases involving misdemeanors and felony offenses; reviews investigative reports; files charges; requests and reviews additional information; writes charging documents, warrants, pleadings, plea agreements, briefs and related materials; negotiates plea agreements; appears in court; presents testimony and arguments in hearings including preliminary motions, pleas and sentencing.
Confers and advises law enforcement officers concerning charges and investigations and criminal law.
Confers with defense attorneys.
Explains and interprets statutes and status of various cases to the general public and determines the adequacy of complaints presented by the public.
Interviews and prepares victims and witnesses.
Covers court appearances for other attorneys.
Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.
Deputy District Attorney I – Qualifications
Education:
Law degree from an accredited law school required.
Experience:
No experience required; minimum of one year of experience preferred.
License:
Licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado and must be in good standing.
Must successfully pass background check.
Deputy District Attorney II – Qualifications
Education:
Law degree from an accredited law school required.
Experience:
Minimum of two years of experience required.
License:
Licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado and must be in good standing.
Must successfully pass background check.
What Pueblo County Offers
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full‑time employees.
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual.
Remote & hybrid working opportunities.
County retirement program.
Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership.
Truly inclusive and diverse environment.
Fitness center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building).
May be eligible for up to 12 weeks paid parental leave benefit (full‑time employees).
Additional Information
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Legal
Industries: Government Administration
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DDA II: Position Summary Performs professional journey level legal work preparing and prosecuting felony criminal cases.
Compensation
DDA I: $71,160 – $106,740 annually (budgeted starting salary: $86,000/year)
DDA II: $86,112 – $129,168 annually (budgeted starting salary: $101,000/year)
What You Will Do (DDA I)
Ensures orderly prosecution, disposition, and processing of misdemeanor and traffic cases assigned.
Prepares and tries cases involving misdemeanors and petty offenses; reviews investigative reports; files charges; requests and reviews additional information; writes charging documents, warrants, pleadings, plea agreements, briefs and related materials; negotiates plea agreements; appears in court; presents testimony and arguments in hearings including preliminary motions, pleas and sentencing.
Confers and advises law enforcement officers concerning charges and investigations and criminal law.
Confers with defense attorneys.
Handles appeals of misdemeanor convictions to District Court.
Represents the Department of Motor Vehicles in administrative appeals to District Court.
Explains and interprets statutes and status of various cases to the general public, and determines the adequacy of complaints presented by the public.
Interviews and prepares victims and witnesses.
Covers court appearances for other attorneys.
Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.
What You Will Do (DDA II)
Ensures orderly prosecution, disposition, and processing of felony cases assigned.
Prepares and tries cases involving misdemeanors and felony offenses; reviews investigative reports; files charges; requests and reviews additional information; writes charging documents, warrants, pleadings, plea agreements, briefs and related materials; negotiates plea agreements; appears in court; presents testimony and arguments in hearings including preliminary motions, pleas and sentencing.
Confers and advises law enforcement officers concerning charges and investigations and criminal law.
Confers with defense attorneys.
Explains and interprets statutes and status of various cases to the general public and determines the adequacy of complaints presented by the public.
Interviews and prepares victims and witnesses.
Covers court appearances for other attorneys.
Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.
Deputy District Attorney I – Qualifications
Education:
Law degree from an accredited law school required.
Experience:
No experience required; minimum of one year of experience preferred.
License:
Licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado and must be in good standing.
Must successfully pass background check.
Deputy District Attorney II – Qualifications
Education:
Law degree from an accredited law school required.
Experience:
Minimum of two years of experience required.
License:
Licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado and must be in good standing.
Must successfully pass background check.
What Pueblo County Offers
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full‑time employees.
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual.
Remote & hybrid working opportunities.
County retirement program.
Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership.
Truly inclusive and diverse environment.
Fitness center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building).
May be eligible for up to 12 weeks paid parental leave benefit (full‑time employees).
Additional Information
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Legal
Industries: Government Administration
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