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Senior Assistant City Attorney – DEN Legal

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Government & Politics
    Legal
  • Denver

Requirements

  • Education requirement: Doctor of Jurisprudence degree or Bachelor of Laws degree.
  • Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of experience as an attorney at law.
  • Education/Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted.
  • License/Certifications: Possession of a license to practice law in Colorado from the Colorado Supreme Court by the date of hire or a reasonable expectation of becoming licensed by the Colorado Supreme Court by the date of hire in accordance with C.R.C.P. 203.2, 203.3, 203.4 and 205.6.
  • Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Advise City and Airport officers and managers regarding contracts and complex matters, in specialized legal areas such as aviation and municipal law compliance, technology services contracts, real estate transactions, contract enforcement, financial requirements and compliance, and other legal areas applicable to the City and Airport
  • Negotiate and prepare contracts, ordinances, leases, permits, and other legal documents
  • Assist other attorneys in other sections of the City Attorney’s Office with research and advice
  • Mentor and assist newer attorneys with legal research, advice and drafting

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Senior Assistant City Attorney position?

The salary range for this position is $131,770 to $177,890 annually, based on experience and education.

How many years of legal experience are required for this position?

A minimum of five (5) years of legal experience is required for the Senior Assistant City Attorney position.

Where will the majority of the work for this position be conducted?

The majority of the work will be conducted at the Denver International Airport, three days a week, with off-site work on other days within the state of Colorado.

What are the benefits offered for full-time employees in this position?

Benefits include a life-long monthly pension after five years of service, a 457B retirement plan, 140 hours of PTO plus 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 wellness day, and 1 volunteer day per year, along with competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.

What educational qualifications are required for this position?

A Doctor of Jurisprudence degree or Bachelor of Laws degree is required.

Is a license to practice law in Colorado required for this position?

Yes, candidates must possess a license to practice law in Colorado from the Colorado Supreme Court by the date of hire, or have a reasonable expectation of becoming licensed by that date.

What type of legal matters will the Senior Assistant City Attorney handle?

The Senior Assistant City Attorney will handle commercial matters including contracting, technology services, concessions, finance, public safety, security, and other airport-related legal issues.

Can the experience requirement be substituted for education?

No, there is no substitution of experience for education permitted for this position.

When is the application deadline for this job?

The application deadline is 11:59 PM on Sunday, March 16, 2025.

Is there mentorship involved in this role?

Yes, the Senior Assistant City Attorney will mentor and assist newer attorneys with legal research, advice, and drafting.

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