Senior Assistant City Attorney (Child Welfare and Youth Services)
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Denver · Greater Denver Area$132K–$178K/yrFull-timeHybrid2d ago
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A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service457B Retirement Plan140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per yearCompetitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start dateLocation & ScheduleEmployees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days. Employees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days.Who We Are & What You'll DoSpecifically, as a Senior Assistant City Attorney, you will:Provide legal consultation and representation to Denver Human Services social workers, administrators, and staff throughout all stages of Dependency and Neglect litigation in state trial and appellate courts.Regularly appear in state courts, including Denver Juvenile Court, advocating on behalf of Denver Human Services in juvenile law matters.Participate in collaborative, multidisciplinary meetings and work closely with interdisciplinary partners and stakeholders to inform critical decisions and develop effective recommendations impacting the treatment, placement, and support of families, children, and youth.Negotiate and draft settlement agreements and other legal documents essential to case resolution.Draft high-quality memoranda, motions, briefs, pleadings, and other lHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offEquity / stock options
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About Our Job With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.
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