Assistant City Attorney - Legislative Counsel

City and County of Denver

Denver, Colorado, US
Base: $134,933 - $182,159 annually; bonus/equity: ...
On-site
Municipal law expertise
Legislative drafting
Advising elected officials
The Denver City Attorney's Office is seeking an Assistant City Attorney - Senior to advise the Denver City Council on legislative matters and manage the office's legislative affairs

Job Summary

  • The Denver City Attorney's Office is seeking an Assistant City Attorney - Senior to advise the Denver City Council on legislative matters and manage the office's legislative affairs.
  • Responsibilities include drafting complex legislation, conducting legal research, monitoring local, state, and federal laws, and assisting in formulating positions on state legislation.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $134,933 - $182,159 annually, along with generous benefits including a pension, 457B plan, and ample PTO.

Matching Summary

The Denver City Attorney's Office is seeking an Assistant City Attorney - Senior to advise the Denver City Council on legislative matters and manage the office's legislative affairs.

Salary

Base: $134,933 - $182,159 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Pension, 457B plan, PTO, medical, dental, vision

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • municipal law expertise
  • legislative drafting
  • advising elected officials
  • Colorado home rule authority
  • state and federal law monitoring

Nice-to-have

  • political considerations
  • fast-paced environment
  • collaboration skills
  • common sense and sound judgment

Key Requirements

  • Doctor of Jurisprudence or Bachelor of Laws degree
  • Three (3) years of experience as an attorney
  • License to practice law in Colorado
  • Experience with municipal law, home rule authority, TABOR, open records, administrative hearings, constitutional questions, land use, municipal finance, charter and code interpretation

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