Assistant Attorney Civil/Assistant Attorney Civil Senior

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JOB LOCATION 15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555 Cit y of Aurora , Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity , Respect, Professionalism , and Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Hybrid Position SALARY: Assistant City Attorney: Anticipated Hiring Range: $101,437 - $126,796 Full Compensation Grade: $101,437 - $158,494 Senior Assistant City Attorney: Anticipated Hiring Range: $125,371 - $156,714 Full Compensation Grade: $125,371 - $195,893 Deadline to apply: June 14, 2026 (This position is subject to close once a qualified pool of applications has been obtained) OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT The Aurora City Attorney's Office is seeking an experienced water court litigator to join its growing team of talented legal professionals. The individual will represent the City of Aurora and its Utility Enterprise, Aurora Water, in Colorado Water Court litigation. The most frequently filed matters include diligence, statements of opposition, appropriative claims for direct flow and storage rights, exchanges, and adjudication of changes of water rights from irrigation to municipal use. The individuals will be expected to handle trials as lead counsel in Colorado Water Court Divisions 1, 2, and 5. The individual will have ownership of the cases and assist Aurora Water with legal matters. The individual may also advise Aurora Water on day-to-day operations, adjudication of water rights, ditch company holdings, water quality matters, and legislation. The position will be classified as either an Assistant City Attorney or a Senior Assistant City Attorney, depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications. The Aurora City Attorney's Office follows a hybrid work structure. Employees have some required days in the office (both scheduled and as needed for case-related tasks), but can otherwise work remotely or from the office, based on the demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Effective the first day of employment, the individuals selected must maintain Colorado residency. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Serves as lead counsel and in assisting roles in all aspects of Water Court litigation, including preparation of pleadings; responses and objections; handling water court hearings; taking and defending depositions; securing experts; interviewing witnesses; updating clients; and representing Aurora Water at trial Serves as lead counsel and in assisting roles in a variety of Colorado Water Court litigation from preparation to trial and including drafting briefs/motions, oral arguments, and appeals Performs legal research and can succinctly draft persuasive pleadings, informative memoranda, and audience-appropriate correspondence Advises and consults with Aurora Water staff on legal matters -- determining the nature of legal problems and counseling based on legal expertise and experience Acts as legal counsel to Aurora Water, including providing legal advice on water rights, ditch company governance, acquisitions, intergovernmental agreements, legislation, drafting ordinances and resolutions Review and provide feedback on proposed legislation that affects Aurora Water and its water rights and service Represents Aurora Water in administrative hearings and rulemakings Provides legal counsel to various Boards and Commissions Performs direct legal service on a variety of matters concerning and/or related to the Charter, Ordinances, or rules and regulations of the City Responds to requests from Aurora Water staff and members of City Council and presents information during City Council Meetings and Executive Sessions Performs other related duties as assigned This job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities m

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