Entry Level Assistant City Attorney - Prosecution and Code Enforcement
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
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Working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose—for you and those who benefit from your passion, skills, and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.
The City Attorney’s Office is dedicated to providing an equitable, inclusive, and diverse work environment. Through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, we respect and honor our differences, creating a culture of compassion, collaboration, and a common purpose of sharing our talents and creativity with each other and the City we serve. We celebrate bringing our whole selves to work every day.
The City Attorney’s Office is hiring an Entry Assistant City Attorney for the Prosecution and Code Enforcement (PACE) Section of the Department of Law. This role is part of a dynamic prosecution team utilizing state-of-the-art technology to help keep the Denver community safe.
PACE prosecutes municipal crimes and traffic offenses, helping crime victims safely navigate the criminal justice system. We also provide Denver residents with tools to prevent crimes and offer alternative resolutions to traditional prosecutions. Our Neighborhood Prosecution Team assists neighborhood organizations in addressing criminal activity and helps resolve disputes to divert them from becoming traditional criminal cases. Additionally, the team manages mental health and drug and alcohol commitments.
In this position, you will work out of the Wellington E. Webb Municipal Office Building at 201 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80202. You will also work in the City and County Building, the Lindsey Flanigan Courthouse, and the Downtown Detention Center. Office hours are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, though they may extend depending on the needs of the court and the case.
To be considered, please submit your application as soon as possible. This position is expected to stay open until Sunday, May 24, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Required documents to upload to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab include:
Applicants must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.
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Work model: On-site
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Significant experience handling criminal matters. Substantial experience in all phases of criminal litigation. Strong oral and written communication skills. A history of success working in a fast-paced demanding criminal litigation practice. Experience with domestic violence cases or victims. Willingness to work in a paperless environment. Commitment to working collaboratively with a team.
Skills: Criminal Law, Municipal Government Law, Criminal Litigation, Domestic Violence Cases, Civil Nuisance Abatement, Licensing Violations, Administrative Hearings, Legal Advice, Legal Opinions, Drafting Motions.
Education: Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree required; Bachelor of Law Degree required.
