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Closing Date:

23rd April, 2026

Description:

Department Information:

The Criminal Justice Section is seeking a First Assistant Attorney General in protecting the public and supporting complex financial investigations related to securities fraud and insurance fraud. This position offers an opportunity to provide strategic leadership and mentorship to a team of dedicated attorneys while leading the unit in prosecuting insurance and securities fraud throughout the state.

Who We Are:

The Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law is the "People's Lawyer." The Attorney General, Phil Weiser, was elected by the people of Colorado and is the State's chief legal representative and serves as legal counsel to all state executive and judicial agencies, departments, boards, and commissions. Our vision for the Department of Law is: "Together, we serve Colorado and its people, advancing the rule of law, protecting our democracy and promoting justice for all." Our core values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, drive our actions and demonstrate our focus on being principled public servants who are innovative and better together. Learn more about the Colorado Attorney General's Office here.

Description of Job:

The Financial Fraud Unit is a criminal prosecution unit that is statutorily authorized to seek out and prosecute securities and insurance fraud. The First Assistant Attorney General is responsible for leading a team of attorneys, criminal investigators, and paralegals who are dedicated exclusively to the investigation and prosecution of fraud. The First will promote collaboration, engagement, integrity, and exceptional legal service. The First is expected to handle a caseload of complex or high-profile cases, supervise staff, and serve as a frontline leader. Specifically, the First is responsible for employee performance management activities and assisting the Deputy Attorney General of Criminal Justice with personnel, budget, and various administrative duties affecting the work of the Unit and the Department of Law.

What you will do:

The First Assistant Attorney General is one of the most important roles in our office. In this role, you will guide the Unit in delivering high-quality, cost-effective legal and prosecution services to the citizens of Colorado, as well as supervise employees while also carrying an independent workload. Managing this team involves coordinating and supervising litigation of major cases; hiring staff and attorneys, conducting regular performance meetings and evaluations, handling discipline and HR issues; maintaining and developing good relationships with outside law enforcement and stakeholders; coordinating workflow; and drafting reports for the Department of Law. The First facilitates the work and operations of the Unit, promoting collaboration, engagement, integrity, and exceptional legal service, as well as assigning and overseeing cases. In addition, the First has management responsibilities that include making hiring and salary recommendations; coaching and evaluating the attorneys and paralegals; and reporting to senior management on legal, operational, and personnel matters. The First leads the Unit in monitoring policy, legislative and legal developments related to financial fraud matters and ensures the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective and efficient legal work while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. This announcement may be used to fill multiple attorney positions within the Criminal Justice section at the Department of Law.

Salary Note:

The Department of Law uses a wage progression compensation model. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Salary will be paid on a biweekly basis.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights:

What we are looking for: The strongest candidates will demonstrate excellence in the following competencies: Client Service, Interpersonal Skills, and Emotional Intelligence

• Demonstrates and models self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and sensitivity in working with members of the public, colleagues, and staff. Communication & Listening
• Inspires confidence through active listening and effective communication with the public, leadership, colleagues, and staff. Flexible & Adaptable Management
• Accepts, adapts, and contributes positively to change; leads with new concepts and ideas; and encourages others to be equally adaptive and flexible. Coaching & Developing People
• Invests in our talent through coaching and sponsorship and by pushing individuals outside of their comfort zones to grow as professionals. Creative & Strategic Problem Solving
• Takes a result-oriented, open-minded, and innovative approach to overcoming challenges and dealing with crises. Enterprise & Growth Mindset
• Balances the desires of the public, leadership, colleagues, and staff with the broader interest of the enterprise.

Applicants for the First Assistant Attorney General position must meet the following criteria: Admitted to the Colorado bar or clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and be in good standing at the time of application. Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application before the first day of employment Outstanding writing and analytical skills Our ideal candidates will have practiced law for a minimum of seven years, and demonstrate progressively more challenging legal experience, including team, project, or case management responsibilities and the resolution of complex legal issues. Desired qualifications also include substantial experience litigating complex criminal matters.

Conditions of Employment:

Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment. Colorado Department of Law participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. The Financial Fraud Unit offers flexible work arrangements. First Assistant Attorneys General are encouraged to work in the office at least 2 or 3 days per week, however alternative in-person and remote work arrangements will be considered. The Office of the Attorney General offers challenging, interesting, and meaningful work. We are an equal opportunity employer and believe that a diverse workforce adds quality and perspective to the services we provide to the public. Candidates with diverse qualities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This position is non-classified and is not subject to appeal rights.

Supplemental Information:

How to

Apply:

Applicants must establish an account with governmentjobs.com and complete the online applications including the Contact Information section. Applicants are not required to complete the Work Experience, Education, or Additional Information sections of the online application. Applicants must provide 1) a cover letter detailing their interest in the position and their relevant experience; 2) a resume; 3) one independent writing sample, and 4) three professional references. Use the "Attachments" feature of the online application to add documents. Applicant may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. ADAAA Requests The Department of Law is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Julie Christopher at hr@coag.gov. For general information regarding this position and other attorney opportunities at our office, please contact our Legal Talent Director at legaltalentdirector@coag.gov.

Why Work For Us:

We Embrace Flexibility We aim to produce outstanding work product for our clients, be efficient with our time, and support each other as team members

• which also means we embrace flexible working arrangements when and where possible.

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