Assistant County Attorney I, II, or III - Human Services

Pueblo County Colorado

Pueblo, CO

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$5,930–$8,895

SKILLS

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Attorney, Calendar Management, Case Law, Child Protection/Welfare, Contract Negotiation, Contract Review, County Ordinances, Driver's License, Emergency Response, Establish Priorities, Fast Food, Federal Government, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fitness, Flexible Spending Accounts, Government, Government Regulations, Health Plan, Homeland Security, Leadership, Legal, Legal Appeals, Legal Documents, Litigation, Monitor Regulations, Past Due Accounts, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Project/Program Coordination, Retirement Plan, Set Goals, Social Work, Staff Requirements, State Laws and Regulations, Statutory Laws, Technical Support, Training/Teaching, Vehicle Fleets, Vision Plan

LOCATION

Pueblo, CO

POSTED

2 days ago

Assistant County Attorney I, II, or III - Human Services

Salary

$5,930.00 - $8,895.00 Monthly

Location

Pueblo, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

02898

Department

County Attorney

Opening Date

06/15/2026

Closing Date

7/6/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

Description
Benefits
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POSITION SUMMARY

Assistant County Attorney I - Human Services:

Performs professional entry-level legal work assisting the County Attorney in a variety of less difficult assigned legal matters regarding the statutory and constitutional duties of the county, including representing, advising and counseling county officials, departments, and boards regarding such duties.

Assistant County Attorney II - Human Services:

Performs professional journey-level legal work assisting the County Attorney in handling a variety of moderately complex matters regarding the statutory and constitutional duties of the county, including representing, advising and counseling county officials, departments, and boards regarding such duties.

Assistant County Attorney III - Human Services:

Performs advanced professional senior-level legal work assisting the County Attorney in all matters regarding the statutory and constitutional duties of the county, including representing, advising and counseling county officials, departments, and boards regarding such duties.

COMPENSATION:

ACA I - HS: $5,930 - $8,895/month
ACA II - HS: $7,176 - $10,764/month
ACA III - HS: $8,684 - $13,026/month

This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies with the County Attorneys Office at either the ACA I-HS, ACA II-HS, or ACA-HS III level depending upon qualifications and experience

WHAT YOU WILL DO

ACA I - HS:

Represents the County in frequently recurring entry-level administrative and judicial-related proceedings and advises County personnel on recommendations or required courses of action as they relate to the Colorado Children's Code and/or the Department of Human Services.
Represents County officials, departments, and boards in litigation/court matters, administrative hearings, and appellate courts in a wide variety of frequent and substantive Colorado Children's Code and/or Human Services issues as needed.
Provides advice and counsel to county officials, departments, and boards regarding statutory and constitutional duties and policy matters as they relate to the Colorado Children's Code and/or the Department of Human Services.
Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts, agreements and memorandums of understanding, intergovernmental agreements, and other documents to ensure procedural sufficiency.
Reviews, researches, and drafts resolutions, county policies, county ordinances, and legal opinions for elected officials, departments, and boards as they relate to the Department of Human Services, as assigned.
Coordinates and monitors the work of attorneys on contract with the county involving litigation and general representation of the Department of Human Services in areas assigned.
Monitors changes in statutory, case law, and constitutional duties of the Department of Human Services.
Prioritizes and determines the specific projects and work activities to be performed and works independently through the completion of the project.
Refers matters of county policy, need for additional resources, and questions regarding program objectives to the County Attorney.
Attends meetings with staff, courtroom personnel, and Judges/Magistrates as needed.
Helps establish department goals and plans scheduling, and work standards in achieving goals.
Guides and directs office projects making economical use of available resources; maintains effective coordination of the project through completion and reviews employees' work for effectiveness in meeting goals, standards, and schedules.
Reports delays and problems promptly and takes appropriate actions to maintain effective coordination of the activity.
Communicates project goals to staff through actions of spoken and written words.
Interacts effectively with individuals and groups at all levels; keeps all interested and involved parties informed of the matters requiring their attention.
Provides courtroom coverage for other attorneys as needed.
Performs legal work acting as an attorney representing the Department of Human Services (DHS) in matters concerning Dependency and Neglect, Delinquency, Truancy, Family First Prevention Services Act, and other matters related to DHS child protection services.
Represents the State of Colorado or Department of Human Services in court proceedings, including jury trials, court trials, court hearings, and/or administrative hearings and court and administrative appeals.
Meets with caseworkers, legal technicians, and supervisors to prepare cases for trial and appeal and develop legal framework for recommended court actions and stipulations.
Provides advice and training to the DHS Director and supervisors regarding federal and state laws related to DHS responsibilities including Dependency and Neglect matters.
Advises department employees regarding case preparation, court testimony, and legal issues related to court proceedings.
Plans, organizes, directs, and supervises the work of social workers and other witnesses, paralegals, and technical support personnel.
Prepares pleadings and other legal documents for court filing.
Advises the County Attorney in matters related to DHS court actions.
Acts as liaison between the Department of Human Services and other attorneys and agencies.
Maintains knowledge of Colorado statutes and court rules including juvenile and appellate rules, rules of evidence and rules of ethics.
Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for the performance of the job.

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ACA II - HS:

Represents the County in frequently recurring intermediate-level administrative, and judicial-related proceedings and advises County personnel on recommendations or required courses of action as they relate to the Colorado Children's Code and/or the Department of Human Services.
Represents county officials, departments, and boards in litigation/court matters, administrative hearings, and appellate courts in a wide variety of frequent and substantive legal issues concerning the Colorado Children's Code and/or Human Services issues as needed.
Provides advice and counsel to county officials, departments, and boards regarding statutory and constitutional duties and policy matters as they relate to the Department of Human Services.
Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts, agreements and memorandums of understanding, intergovernmental agreements, and other documents to ensure procedural sufficiency.
Reviews, researches, and drafts resolutions, county policies, county ordinances, and legal opinions for elected officials, departments, and boards as they concern the Department of Human Services, as assigned.
Coordinates and monitors the work of attorneys on contract with the county involving litigation and general representation of the Department of Human Services assigned.
Monitors changes in statutory, case law, and constitutional duties of the Department of Human Services.
Prioritizes and determines the specific projects and work activities to be performed and works independently through the completion of the project.
Refers matters of county policy, need for additional resources, and questions regarding program objectives to the County Attorney.
Helps establish department goals and plans, scheduling, and work standards in achieving goals.
Guides and directs office projects making economical use of available resources; maintains effective coordination of the project through completion and reviews employees' work for effectiveness in meeting goals, standards, and schedules.
Reports delays and problems promptly and takes appropriate actions to maintain effective coordination of the activity.
Communicates project goals to staff through actions of spoken and written words.
Interacts effectively with individuals and groups at all levels; keeps all interested and involved parties informed of the matters requiring their attention.
Attends meetings with staff, courtroom personnel, and Judges/Magistrates as needed.
Provides courtroom coverage for other attorneys as needed.
Performs intermediate legal work acting as an attorney representing the Department of Human Services (DHS) in matters concerning Dependency and Neglect, Delinquency, Truancy, Family First Prevention Services Act, and other matters related to DHS child protection services.
Represents the State of Colorado or Department of Human Services in court proceedings, including jury trials, court trials, court hearings, and/or administrative hearings and court and administrative appeals.
Meets with caseworkers, legal technicians, and supervisors to prepare cases for trial and appeal and develop legal framework for recommended court actions and stipulations.
Provides advice and training to the DHS Director and supervisors regarding federal and state laws related to DHS responsibilities including Dependency and Neglect matters.
Advises department employees regarding case preparation, court testimony, and legal issues related to court proceedings.
Plans, organizes, directs, and supervises the work of social workers and other witnesses, paralegals, and technical support personnel.
Prepares pleadings and other legal documents for court filing.
Advises the County Attorney in matters related to DHS court actions.
Acts as liaison between the Department of Human Services and other attorneys and agencies.
Maintains knowledge of Colorado statutes and court rules including juvenile and appellate rules, rules of evidence and rules of ethics.
Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for the performance of the job.

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ACA III - HS:

Represents the County in frequently recurring complex administrative, and judicial proceedings and advises County personnel on recommendations or required courses of action as they relate to the Colorado Children's Code and/or the Department of Human Services.
Represents county officials, departments, and boards in litigation/court matters, administrative hearings, and appellate courts in a wide variety of frequent and substantive legal issues as they relate to the Colorado Children's Code and/or Department of Human Services as needed.
Provides advice and counsel to county officials, departments, and boards regarding statutory and constitutional duties and policy matters as they relate to the Department of Human Services.
Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts, agreements and memorandums of understanding, intergovernmental agreements, and other documents to ensure procedural sufficiency.
Reviews, researches, and drafts resolutions, county policies, county ordinances, and legal opinions for elected officials, departments, and boards as they relate to the Department of Human Services as assigned.
Coordinates and monitors the work of attorneys on contract with the county involving litigation and general representation of the Department of Human Services.
Monitors changes in statutory, case law, and constitutional duties of the Department of Human Services.
Prioritizes and determines the specific projects and work activities to be performed and works independently through the completion of the project.
Refers matters of county policy, need for additional resources, and questions regarding program objectives to the County Attorney.
Manages office personnel to make the best use of the skills and capabilities of employees.
Recommends selection of employees and assists in the performance evaluation process by establishing work standards and expectations for each position.
Helps establish department goals and plans, scheduling, and work standards in achieving goals.
Guides and directs office projects making economical use of available resources; maintains effective coordination of the project through completion and reviews employees' work for effectiveness in meeting goals, standards, and schedules.
Reports delays and problems promptly and takes appropriate actions to maintain effective coordination of the activity.
Communicates project goals to staff through actions and spoken and written words.
Interacts effectively with individuals and groups at all levels; keeps all interested and involved parties informed of the matters requiring their attention.
Attends meetings with staff, courtroom personnel, and Judges/Magistrates as needed.
Provides courtroom coverage for other attorney's as needed.
Performs advanced legal work acting as an attorney representing the Department of Human Services (DHS) in matters concerning Dependency and Neglect, Delinquency, Truancy, Family First Prevention Services Act and other matters related to DHS child protection services.
Represents the State of Colorado or Department of Human Services in court proceedings, including jury trials, court trials, court hearings and/or administrative hearings and court and administrative appeals.
Meets with caseworkers, legal technicians and supervisors to prepare cases for trial and appeal and develop legal framework for recommended court actions and stipulations.
Provides advice and training to DHS Director and supervisors regarding federal and state laws related to DHS responsibilities including Dependency and Neglect matters.
Advises department employees regarding case preparation, court testimony and legal issues related to court proceedings.
Plans, organizes, directs and supervises the work of social workers and other witnesses, paralegals and technical support personnel.
Prepares pleadings and other legal documents for court filing.
Advises the County Attorney in matters related to DHS court actions.
Acts as liaison between Department of Human Services and other attorneys and agencies.
Maintains knowledge of Colorado statues and court rules including juvenile and appellate rules, rules of evidence and rules of ethics.
Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

WHAT YOU HAVE

ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY I - HS

EDUCATION:

Law degree from an accredited law school required.

EXPERIENCE:

No experience required.

LICENSE:

Licensed to practice law in Colorado currently or within six months from date of hire required.
Must successfully pass background check

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ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY II - HS

EDUCATION:

Law degree from an accredited law school required.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of four years of successful legal experience with knowledge in local, state, and federal government law and legislation required
Experience in a County or City Attorney's Office preferred
Knowledge of Children's Code and proceedings in child protection cases preferred

LICENSE:

Licensed to practice law in Colorado currently or within six months from date of hire required
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Driver's License required
Must successfully pass background check

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ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY III - HS

EDUCATION:

Law degree from an accredited law school required.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of five years of successful legal experience with knowledge in local, state and federal government law and legislation required
Experience in a County or City Attorney's Office preferred
Knowledge of Children's Code and proceedings in child protection cases preferred

LICENSE:

Licensed to practice law in Colorado currently or within six months from date of hire required.
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)
4-week Paid Parental Leave Benefit

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SUMMARY

2026 PAID HOLIDAYS

New Years Day - January 1st
Day after New Years Day - January 2nd
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - January 19th
Memorial Day - May 25th
Employee Appreciation Day - June 3rd
Juneteenth Day - June 19th
Independence Day (observed) - July 3rd
Day before Labor Day - September 4th (Early Release at 12:00pm)
Labor Day - September 7th
Francis Xavier Cabrini Day - October 5th
Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples Day - October 12th
Veterans Day - November 11th
Day before Thanksgiving - November 25th (Early Release at 12:00pm)
- Thanksgiving Day - November 26th
- Day after Thanksgiving - November 27th
- Christmas Eve Day - December 24th
- Christmas Day - December 25th
Day before New Years Day - December 31st (Early Release at 12:00pm)
One Personal Day (County employees will have one paid personal day off in 2026. This paid day off is to be chosen by the employee and approved by their Elected Official or Department Director.)
= Regular Part-Time Employees who are scheduled to work on a 2026 Holiday will receive Holiday Pay for two (2) of the Holidays of their choice (marked with the single asterisk * above) as approved by their Elected Official or Department Director
When a holiday falls on a Saturday, Friday will be celebrated as the County holiday
When a holiday falls on a Sunday, Monday will be celebrated as the County holiday
Early releases are at the discretion of the Elected Official or Department Director and may vary based on the operational needs of their offices/departments.
All time off work taken by County employees for the days designated as Early Release shall be considered holiday time off for purposes "worked time" in determining Overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
If an employee is absent the day preceding or following the holiday without prior approval, the employee will not be paid for the holiday
The following time off types will not contribute to the daily or weekly overtime calculation: Unpaid Days Off, Unpaid Personal Days, and Unpaid Early Release Days.
Any employee that is required to work by their supervisor on a designated Unpaid Day Off,

a designated Unpaid Personal Day or during a designated Unpaid Early Release period shall be paid for work required and performed during such days and periods.

No employee may work during an Unpaid Day Off, an Unpaid Personal Day, or during an Unpaid Early Release period without the express authorization of their supervisor. This Resolution contemplates and authorizes supervisors to direct work during Unpaid Days Off, Unpaid Personal Days, or Unpaid Early Release Periods for community safety and County government essential activities such as snow removal, social worker visits for child welfare and other family emergencies, response to emergency calls by facilities and fleet employees, and required court appearances by County employees.
For weeks in which an Unpaid Day Off or an Unpaid Early Release takes place, County Exempt employees are designated as Non-Exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Those employees so designated will be required to clock in and out of work via email to their Director for all days worked during weeks that include an Unpaid Day Off.
No employees shall be permitted to work over 40 hours during a week that includes an Unpaid Day Off or an Unpaid Early Release without the express written authorization of their Director or Elected Official.
The above 2026 Holiday Schedule Resolution was originally approved by the Board of County Commissioners on December 15th, 2025 and then revised on February 12th, 2026 & March 12th, 2026*

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DEPARTMENTS SCHEDULED TO WORK ON HOLIDAYS

Due to operational requirements, some employees will be required to work on holidays. The employee must take the holiday by the end of the month following the holiday at a date approved by their Elected Official or Department Director

SICK LEAVE

Regular full-time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 960 hours.

VACATION LEAVE

Upon initial date of hire: earn eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 144 hours.
After 5 years: earn twelve (12) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 216 hours.
Ater 10 years: earn sixteen (16) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 288 hours.

RETIREMENT

All Regular Full-Time employees and Elected Officials are required to participate in the County Retirement Plan upon completion of one (1) month of continuous employment. A pre-tax deduction of 8.25% will be deducted from the employees monthly pay.

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EMPLOYER MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION

Pueblo Countys contribution toward the purchase of your benefit options on a tiered approach and based on which medical plan you elect.

If Benefit Selections:

Are greater than the employer contribution dollar amount, the difference is deducted from paycheck
Are equal to the employer contribution dollar amount, there is no effect on pay
Are less the employer contribution dollar amount, additional pay or cash back is not optional

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MEDICAL INSURANCE - ANTHEM BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD (optional)

Medical, Dental, & Vision Rates are for the 2026 Plan Year (effective January 1st, 2026)

HIGH DEDUCTIBLE HEALTH PLAN