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City of Littleton, CO

<p></p><div><div><div><div><p>The City of Littleton has an opportunity for a dedicated and motivated attorney to join the team as Assistant City Attorney. The Assistant City Attorney serves as the municipal prosecutor, working closely with the police department, code compliance team, and other city departments. The city prosecutor will be responsible for prosecuting all municipal ordinance violations with an emphasis on enhancing public safety and community-based solutions. The Assistant City Attorney reports to the Deputy City Attorney.</p><p></p><p>
The City of Littleton is a vibrant community south of Denver and is consistently voted as one of America&rsquo;s Best Small Cities, and a top place to raise a family. Learn more about everything Littleton has to offer at VisitLittleton.org. Home to a vibrant and historic downtown, and a variety of shopping venues, restaurants, parks and trails, there is a lot to offer to the wonderful people who live and work here. The City of Littleton offers outstanding benefits and perks to our employees. For more information, see the 2025 Benefit Guide.</p><p></p><p>
The City of Littleton believes in attracting and retaining the best talent, and our strategies include hiring <b>at market pay </b>and creating career development opportunities. In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for this position with the City of Littleton.</p><p></p><p><b>
Hiring pay range $103,000 - $112,500 per year</b></p><p></p><p>
This full-time position is exempt per FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.</p><p></p><p><b>
Work Schedule</b>: This is a full-time position and will have the ability to work a hybrid schedule with some days teleworking and some days working in person at the Littleton Municipal Court, based on court scheduling. Based upon legislatively mandated weekend court advisements, this position will cover Sunday morning jail advisements via remote login, should any be set.</p><p></p><p><b>
Application Deadline</b>: Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified or the position is filled, but <b>preference will be given to complete applications received by September 22, 2025</b>. Those who do not by this date may or may not be considered.</p><p></p><p><b><i>
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Interviews will be scheduled on the following date:</p><p>
Tuesday, September 30, 2025, between 1-5 pm</p><p></p><p><b>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Performs a variety of litigation functions, including the prosecution of criminal cases, municipal traffic and code violations, plea negotiations, and presenting a variety of cases in Municipal Court.</p></li><li><p>
Provides legal research, advice, and training to the Police Department and other city staff.</p></li><li><p>
Conducts research for trials and appellate briefs.</p></li><li><p>
Interviews victims and witnesses of crimes.</p></li><li><p>
Prepares pleadings, undertakes discovery, and drafts appeals.</p></li><li><p>
Answers letters of inquiry and speaks with citizens.</p></li><li><p>
Handles cases brought before the Licensing Authority, to include presenting cases for show cause hearings and reaching dispositions with licensees.</p></li><li><p>
Serves as a resource for the city's Code Compliance team on issues related to enforcing a wide variety of ordinances, codes, rules, and regulations.</p></li><li><p>
Conducts and/or appears at administrative and legal hearings on behalf of the city.</p></li><li><p>
Performs other related duties at the direction of the Deputy City Attorney or City Attorney.</p></li><li><p>
May serve as an Emergency Worker.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Requires a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.</p></li><li><p>
Two (2) years of experience as a practicing attorney, specifically in criminal prosecution or criminal defense; or</p></li><li><p>
An equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience that produces the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position may be considered.</p></li><li><p>
Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Experience with local, state, or federal government.</p></li><li><p>
Currently able to practice law in the State of Colorado.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated experience creating training materials and presenting legal topics to a variety of audiences.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Advanced knowledge of municipal court procedures; criminal and civil law; trial/hearing preparation and presentation, legal research, and legal ethics.</p></li><li><p>
Advanced negotiation skills.</p></li><li><p>
Knowledge of legal terms and the principles of government regulation; the ability to read, interpret, , and communicate the requirements of selected provisions of the state and federal law, city charter, codes, regulations, and court orders.</p></li><li><p>
Advanced interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills to perceive and appropriately respond to customer needs; the ability to effectively communicate and interact with individuals of all backgrounds and de-escalate when appropriate.</p></li><li><p>
Advanced analytical skills including the ability to gather and analyze data, identify problems, compare results, and consider options for solutions.</p></li><li><p>
Strong project management skills and the ability to determine overall plans, outline tasks, delegate responsibilities, set deadlines, get feedback, review, and report results.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to improvise and reach effective decisions quickly.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work independently and efficiently.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
WORKING ENVIRONMENT &amp; PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:</b></p><p></p><p>
This position works in a standard office environment requiring the ability to sit for long periods of time. Physical activities required for this position include: occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling objects weighing up to 20 pounds with or without assistance.</p><p></p><p><b>
Equal Employment Opportunity</b></p><p>
The City of Littleton is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and intends to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants regardless of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law, and to hire and retain the best-qualified individuals without regard to any of these factors. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on a protected class.</p><p></p><p>
The City of Littleton will consider reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process and employment. Applicants and employees can request an accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 303-795-3857 or emailing hr@littletongov.org.</p><p></p><p><b>
Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace</b></p><p>
The City of Littleton is committed to the health and safety of all its employees. To ensure a safe and productive work environment the city prohibits the use, sale, dispensation, manufacture, distribution or possession of alcohol, drugs, controlled substances or drug paraphernalia on any city premises or worksites. No employee shall report to work or be at work with alcohol or with any detectable amount of prohibited drugs in the employee's system. A detectable amount refers to the standards generally used in workplace drug &amp; alcohol testing. This prohibition specifically includes marijuana, and decriminalized psychedelics whether used for medical purposes or obtained legally under state law.</p></div></div></div></div><p></p>
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<div><div><p><b>CAREER AREA</b></p>
</div><div></div><div><p><b>POSITION TYPE</b></p>
<div>Full Time</div>
</div><div><p><b>LOCATION</b></p>
<div>Littleton Municipal Court</div>
</div><div><p><b>JOB ID</b></p>
<div>JR213</div>
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