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Assistant United States Attorney for Civil Division, District of New Mexico

The United States Attorney's Office, District of New Mexico, is hiring Assistant United States Attorneys for the Civil Division. Civil AUSAs enforce federal civil rights, environmental statutes, combat fraud in the government, and defend agencies and employees of the federal government in civil litigation.

For more information about the District of New Mexico, please visit our website: https://www.justice.gov/usao-nm.

Posted: 9/30/22

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ASSOCIATE JUDGE

The Aurora Municipal Court is accepting applications for an Associate Judge. Judges sit as trial judges hearing cases charging municipal ordinance violations. The position requires a minimum of five years of the practice of law with emphasis in litigation or judicial experience, along with demonstrable knowledge of and the ability to apply, the Colorado Rules of Evidence and the Colorado Municipal Court Rules of Procedure. Applicants must possess judicial demeanor, verifiable

ethical and moral character and the ability to work with judicial colleagues, staff and the public. All applications must be submitted on-line at:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/aurora/jobs/3729496/associate-

judge?keywords=municipal%20judge&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., October 12, 2022.

Posted: 9/30/22

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LAW CLERK

Job Code: JD01831

Location: Golden, CO

Department: 1st Judicial District Trial Courts

Posted: 09/26/2022

Closes: 10/25/2022

Position Number: multiple positions

FTE Level: 1.0

Apply at:

https://coloradojudicial.recruitmentplatform.com/details.html?jobId=1413&jobTitle=Technic

al%20Support%20Team%20Lead

POSITION INFORMATION

Job Code: R45010

Full Time Salary Range: $4,516.00 - $6,251.00

FLSA Status: Excluded

Click here for information on employee benefits: https://www.courts.state.co.us/Careers/Benefits.cfm

This posting may be used to create a Talent Pool. Talent Pools may be used for a period of 10 months

after the closing date on a job posting.

MISSION STATEMENT

At the Colorado Judicial Department our mission is to provide a fair and impartial system of justice that:

• Protects constitutional and statutory rights and liberties

• Assures equal access

• Provides fair, timely and constructive resolution of cases

• Enhances public safety

• Supervises offenders

• Facilitates victim and community reparation

STATEMENT OF DUTIES

General Statement Of Duties:

Provides assistance and research to a district court judge in the Colorado Judicial Department.

Distinguishing Factors:

Positions in this classification are distinguished from legal research attorneys due to the concentration on legal services for a district judge and often includes courtroom and bailiff duties. Supervision is received from a District Court Judge. The Law Clerk is a classified, non-certified position that is considered at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

This posting is to create an eligibility list for fall 2023 openings. The first review date will be

October 10, 2022 but applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. To apply,

please submit:

-Resume

-Cover Letter

-Short Writing Sample

-Unofficial law school transcript

***These materials, including letters of recommendation, must be submitted along with the

application through TalentLink. You will not have an opportunity to submit materials at a later

time. Materials, including letters of recommendation, will not be accepted via email.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

-Researches, studies, and annotates laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related

legal authorities to process suits, trials, hearings, appeals, and other litigated matters.

-Reads and digests opinions, briefs, and motions and extracts excerpts pertinent to points of law and

fact.

-Prepares briefs, legal memoranda, and statement of issues involved in a case, including appropriate

suggestions or recommendations to the judge.

-Inspects courtroom for cleanliness, orderliness, proper heat, light, and ventilation; opens court by

announcing the entrance of the judge.

-Maintains the order, decorum, and dignity of the court by seating jurors, witnesses, and spectators in

specific areas of the courtroom and by ejecting persons disturbing court proceedings.

-Arranges for food and lodging for jurors, and is responsible for the security of the jury so as to

preclude mistrials.

-Obtains and delivers file jackets, minutes, supplies, forms and related items necessary for use by the

judge and the staff.

-Attends meetings and training as required.

-Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

No formal supervisory responsibility. Responsibility for one's own work product and work within a unit performing similar functions. Rarely provides lead function, advice, or explains work instructions to other employees or volunteers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and successful completion of two years at an accredited law school.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, reach with hands and

arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands and arms to perform

repetitive motions; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or

move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance

vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Occasionally handles emergency or crisis situations; frequently subject to interruptions, and multiple

calls and inquiries. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Posted: 9/30/22

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CITY ATTORNEY

The City of Commerce City has a job opening for a City Attorney.

To apply, candidates can email their resume, cover letter, and six professional references to careers@c3gov.com

For more information, please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ccco/jobs/3727547/city-attorney?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Posted: 9/30/22

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PATENT ATTORNEY

Dorsey’s Patent group is seeking an associate in Denver with at least three years of experience and a technical background in mechanical engineering or a related field. You will join an exceptional team of attorneys, agents, paralegals, and staff servicing a wide array of clients – from large multinational corporations to entrepreneurs and innovative startup companies. You will have responsibility for an active docket of patent prosecution matters – from drafting applications through all phases of domestic and foreign patent prosecution. You will have the opportunity to counsel clients on patent strategy, and gain exposure to conducting searches and preparing patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions. In our general practice firm, there are also opportunities to support litigation and transactional practices.

The following qualifications are required:

-USPTO and Colorado bar admission;

-At least three years of patent attorney or agent experience;

-Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or equivalent; and

-Strong academic performance and writing ability.

For Denver applicants only (as required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act): The starting salary for associate positions in our Denver office is $180,000. Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Associates are eligible to participate in Dorsey’s associate bonus program, subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions.

Dorsey offers opportunities for advancement within a collaborative and dynamic environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners); Dorsey & Whitney 401(K) Retirement and Savings Plan; 15 weeks of paid parental leave, plus an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for lawyers who give birth; adoption assistance; back-up child care program; education and college advising programs; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling; and more!

Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive work environment. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community.

You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

Dorsey participates in E-Verify.

About Dorsey

Clients have relied on the international law firm of Dorsey & Whitney LLP since 1912 as a trusted legal advisor and valued business partner. With locations across the United States as well as Canada, Europe and Asia, Dorsey provides an integrated, dedicated approach to its clients' legal and business needs. Dorsey’s diverse client base includes more than one-third of Fortune 100 companies.

Our lawyers apply superb legal knowledge and skills with practical wisdom and a deep understanding of business and industry. We serve clients in nearly all industries, but focus on six key industries in which we have excellent depth and a history of achieving client success:

- Banking and Financial Institutions

- Development and Infrastructure

- Energy & Natural Resources

- Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

- Healthcare

- Technology

Among Dorsey’s many distinguished alumni are U.S. Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun, noted law professor and scholar William Prosser, Minnesota’s first woman judge Betty Washburn, former U.S. Vice President and Ambassador to Japan Walter Mondale, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, former Corporation Counsel of the City of New York Zachary Carter, and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. Recognized for our dedication to community, Dorsey has met the ABA Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge every year since the Challenge began in 1993 by devoting more than 3% of billable hours to pro bono work.

One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:

- Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)

- Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)

- 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)

- Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)

- Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)

How to Apply

Dorsey accepts online applications at http://www.dorsey.com/attorneyjobs. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should call 612-492-5033.

Posted: 9/30/22

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MUNICIPAL COURT COORDINATOR

The Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel (OADC) is looking for a Municipal Court Coordinator, which is a full-time employee (FTE) position. The Coordinator manages and maintains two programs within the Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel: The Municipal Court Program (MCP) and the Municipal Court-Appointed Counsel Program (MCCP). The MCP evaluates court-appointed counsel in Colorado’s municipal courts pursuant to C.R.S. § 13-10-114.5 by assessing the independence and competence of court-appointed counsel. The MCCP is a program established pursuant to C.R.S. § 21-3-103(1)(c) that provides court-appointed counsel to contracted Municipal Courts.

In this role, the Municipal Court Coordinator will strive to ensure that court-appointed clients charged with a municipal ordinance violation that carries any possibility of incarceration are represented by independent and constitutionally competent counsel. Additionally, the Coordinator will develop collaborative working relationships with municipal court staff and court-appointed counsel and prepare and present informational and educational workshops to a variety of stakeholders. The Coordinator will also help to provide training and ensure the availability of beneficial resources to court-appointed counsel.

About Us:

The Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel (OADC) is the legislatively created state agency responsible for providing client services and legal representation for indigent individuals (adults and youth) when the state has charged them with a criminal or delinquent act, and the state public defender’s office has a conflict of interest. Additionally, with respect to municipal courts, the OADC evaluates participating attorneys for independence and competence and contracts with municipalities to provide court-appointed counsel. The OADC accomplishes this by contracting with over 400 private attorneys and another 500 legal service providers (social workers, paralegals, investigators, legal researchers, case assistants, legal interns, etc.) to provide client services on an hourly basis. Our fundamental belief is that good holistic legal defense teams produce good results for our clients.

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel (OADC), through the practice of holistic public defense, is to help adults and children who the government has charged with criminal and delinquent offenses. The OADC’s holistic practice model fosters ethical, informed, and standard-driven best practices in public defense. The OADC allocates resources in a manner intentionally designed to rebalance the disparate power wielded by the government in the criminal legal system. OADC advocates for every client’s inherent worth and dignity by centering the client’s lived experiences and voice to achieve the best legal outcome.

The OADC is dedicated to zealous, client-centered advocacy rooted in social justice, integrity, and humility. We recognize that we are working within a broken and racist criminal legal system. Public defense advocates play an essential role in challenging bias and disparity within the courtroom, within our offices, and within ourselves. Statistical data and experiences support that there is a disparate presence of violent policing, over-charging, and harsher sentencing outcomes for Colorado’s people of color and other vulnerable populations. The OADC is unwavering in its support of decarceration, the decriminalization of youth, and equity within the criminal legal system.

About the Job:

Pursuant to C.R.S. § 13-10-114.5 the Municipal Court Coordinator will ensure the independence and competence of court-appointed counsel in Municipal Courts that have requested such evaluation services. This includes, but is not limited to, the following duties:

· · Review municipal court practices to ensure court-appointed counsel is free from judicial and political influence;

· · Evaluate court-appointed counsel at least once every three years through court observations, evaluation of pleadings, review of court and billing records, and solicitation of feedback from third parties and review of other relevant activities;

· · Develop collaborative working relationships with court officials to obtain input relevant to court-appointed counsel evaluations.

The Municipal Court Coordinator will research and analyze relevant criminal law, including case law, statutes, ordinances, social science research, implementation of multidisciplinary teamwork, and other practice areas related to municipal defense to further support court-appointed counsel. This includes, but is not limited to, the following duties:

· · Understand and make municipal defenders aware of new case law, statutory changes, ethical issues, and professional responsibility rules affecting municipal defense;

· · Encourage connections between municipal defenders and contract forensic social workers and clinical advocates, resource advocates, investigators, paralegals and other necessary contractors;

· · Review social science research that affects municipal defense and assist attorneys in incorporating relevant research into their representation;

· · Incorporate evidence-based practices and research into municipal defense to increase efficiency and improve outcomes for indigent municipal court clients, including training around holistic, multidisciplinary teamwork;

· · Create and make available resources to municipal defenders to improve their practice and act as a conduit to connect municipal defenders.

The Municipal Court Coordinator will oversee the application and interview process for attorneys applying to represent court-appointed clients in municipal courts that have contracted with the OADC pursuant to C.R.S. § 21-2-103(1)(c). This includes, but is not limited to, the following duties:

· · In collaboration with the OADC Director and Deputy Director, determine and administrate contracts executed pursuant to C.R.S. § 21-2-103(1)(c);

· · Review, for renewal, OADC contractors assigned to the contracted municipal courts through court observations, evaluation of pleadings, review of court and billing records, and solicitation of third-party feedback;

· · Collaborate with the contracted municipalities to ensure that contractors are timely assigned to cases and dockets are covered.

Lastly, miscellaneous duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

· · Assist municipal defender contractors, as requested, with case strategy, issues surrounding client relationships, developing a defense team, connection to resources, Agency policies, ethical questions, and technology;

· · Travel to multiple judicial districts annually to meet with contractors, court-appointed counsel, and judicial personnel;

· · Collaborate with other stakeholders and organizations to efficiently address common issues;

· · Assist, as needed, with Agency budget preparation and legislative efforts affecting municipal courts;

· · Assist in the creation and distribution of trainings for municipal defenders;

· · Attend meetings and trainings as required.

Other duties deemed necessary to help fulfill our Mission.

The OADC is a collaborative workspace designed for people who thrive in a team environment. This position reports to the Deputy Director and will engage with all members of the OADC team.

About You:

Our ideal candidate will be passionate about team-oriented, holistic public defense and zealous in their commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and empathy.

In addition, the ideal candidate will have the following:

· Five years of experience practicing law in the criminal legal system (trial, appellate or postconviction) with municipal court experience preferred;

· Program development and supervisory experience encouraged;

· Training, mentoring, and teaching experience;

· Creative, self-motivated, and able to work in a decentralized environment without close supervision;

· The ability to work remotely, in an office setting, and travel throughout Colorado;

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills;

· Excellent organizational and technological skills.

If you are offered employment, the following are the conditions of employment:

· · Be a current resident of the State of Colorado or become a resident of the State of Colorado within 30 days of the hire date;

· · Be currently licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado or can be licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado within 90 days of the hire date;

· · Have a valid driver’s license and a vehicle to meet travel requirements.

· · Be willing to submit to a routine background investigation, including a criminal history check;

· · If hired, the Immigration Reform and Control Act requires you to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States within three workdays.

You will be required to provide three references in addition to the following documents:

· Resume – Required

· Cover letter – Highly preferred

· Letter(s) of Reference – Highly preferred

How to Apply:

Complete the online application at the link below by 5 pm on October 7th, 2022. Please add noreply@fs2.formsite.com as a safe sender. Once you submit your application, you will receive an automatic email from Formsite. Please look in your spam/junk folder if you cannot see this email.

https://fs2.formsite.com/OADC/iiszwukrva/index.html

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be accepted. Please direct any additional inquiries or questions to job@coloradoadc.com.

Job Code: RE3010

Salary Range: $9,577-$11,420

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Colorado

The Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, social class, national origin, marital or parental status, pregnancy, disability status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or political affiliation. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and an environment of representation diversity and we encourage individuals of many identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply.

To request accommodation, please contact Daniel Nunez at daniel@coloradoadc.com or (303) 515-6924 as soon as possible. Any person with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to participate in the hiring process. The person making the request may be asked to provide additional information regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed, which will be kept confidential. Preparation may be required, so timely requests for accommodation are appreciated.

Posted: 9/21/22

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Law Clerk – Jefferson County District Court

POSITION INFORMATION

Job Code: R45010

Full Time Salary Range: $4,516.00 - $6,251.00

FLSA Status: Excluded

Click here (https://www.courts.state.co.us/Careers/Benefits.cfm) for information on employee benefits.

This posting may be used to create a Talent Pool. Talent Pools may be used for a period of 10 months after the closing date on a job posting.

MISSION STATEMENT

At the Colorado Judicial Department our mission is to provide a fair and impartial system of justice that:

· · Protects constitutional and statutory rights and liberties

· · Assures equal access

· · Provides fair, timely and constructive resolution of cases

· · Enhances public safety

· · Supervises offenders

· · Facilitates victim and community reparation

STATEMENT OF DUTIES

General Statement Of Duties:

Provides assistance and research to a district court judge in the Colorado Judicial Department.

Distinguishing Factors:

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

This posting is to create an eligibility list for fall 2022 openings. The first review date will be September 7, 2022 but applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. To apply, please submit:

-Resume

-Cover Letter

-Short Writing Sample

-Unofficial law school transcript

***These materials, including letters of recommendation, must be submitted along with the application through TalentLink. You will not have an opportunity to submit materials at a later time. Materials, including letters of recommendation, will not be accepted via email.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Researches, studies, and annotates laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities to process suits, trials, hearings, appeals, and other litigated matters.

Reads and digests opinions, briefs, and motions and extracts excerpts pertinent to points of law and fact.

Prepares briefs, legal memoranda, and statement of issues involved in a case, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations to the judge.

Inspects courtroom for cleanliness, orderliness, proper heat, light, and ventilation; opens court by announcing the entrance of the judge.

Maintains the order, decorum, and dignity of the court by seating jurors, witnesses, and spectators in specific areas of the courtroom and by ejecting persons disturbing court proceedings.

Arranges for food and lodging for jurors, and is responsible for the security of the jury so as to preclude mistrials.

Obtains and delivers file jackets, minutes, supplies, forms and related items necessary for use by the judge and the staff.

Attends meetings and training as required.

Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS CONT.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and successful completion of two years at an accredited law school.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands and arms to perform repetitive motions; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Occasionally handles emergency or crisis situations; frequently subject to interruptions, and multiple calls and inquiries. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

To apply, please follow this link: https://www.courts.state.co.us/Careers/Opportunities.cfm

Posted: 9/21/22

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Attorney-Advisor Position: Federal Administrative Court

The primary purpose of this position is to provide legal research, draft decisions, orders, positions, opinions, memoranda, and advice to the Judges in a variety of legal areas. Cases can be small, moderate, or large and can have multiple and highly complex issues. The Attorney-Advisor reports directly to the First Administrative Law Judge in the Denver Regional Office.

Responsibilities

1. Analyze cases to digest and define the legal and factual issues presented and preparing legal memoranda as directed by the Judge.

2. Research relative statutory and regulatory provisions and legislative history, applicable regulations and interpretive rulings and letters of the Department of Labor, relevant court and Review Commission precedent, the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, the Federal Rules of Evidence, and the Rules of Procedure of the Commission.

3. Analyze proposed facts, research legal precedents, define the legal and factual issues, read, and analyze the record, exhibits and arguments, develop conclusions and recommendations, and draft orders in consultation with the Judge addressing the jurisdictional, procedural, factual, and legal issues that have been assigned.

4. Analyze extremely complex, difficult legal or policy questions or factual issues which frequently have no clear precedent or guidance.

5. In some lengthy cases, index or summarize testimony, exhibits or legal arguments presented by attorneys in briefs.

6. Confer with and respond, at the request of the presiding Judge, to questions and correspondence from attorneys on procedural aspects of cases.

7. Attend formal hearings presided over by a Judge.

8. Monitor and advise the Judges of trends and changes to legal precedent applicable to the litigation issues commonly presented to the Judges.

9. Maintain a comprehensive research file on legal, procedural, or substantive issues which provide access for the Judges.

10. Conduct research independently and, often under extreme time constraints, define strategy or policy to give guidance to a Judge.

For more information and to apply, please follow this link: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/677041200

Posted: 9/21/22

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate or Senior Attorney (#737)

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking an experienced Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate or Senior Attorney to join our Denver office. This associate or senior attorney will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of matters, including counseling on privacy and data security matters, handling security incidents, drafting privacy and security-related policies and agreements, and assisting with privacy and security matters in transactions, including mergers and acquisitions and licensing. This is an opportunity to take significant responsibility over current matters and have substantial client contact.

Dorsey’s Cybersecurity, Privacy & Social Media practice, part of Dorsey’s Technology Commerce Practice Group, focuses on providing practical legal solutions to help global businesses address the challenge of cybersecurity in a networked and mobile world. We have a thriving practice and growing team, with attorneys in the U.S., U.K. and Asia. Our team services a range of clients, from Fortune 100 multinational corporations to start-ups, on all aspects of privacy and cybersecurity and works with exciting technologies like facial recognition, drones, machine learning, and connected IoT devices.

Qualified candidates will have:

- At least three years of experience in data privacy work, including security/data breach incident response and counseling, internal privacy and data security-related policies and incident response plans, negotiating and drafting technology vendor agreements or the data privacy/security terms of such agreements, privacy compliance counseling and regulatory guidance, privacy policy drafting, cybersecurity assessments/risk audits, and M&A diligence and transaction experience related to privacy and data security;

- Excellent communication and writing skills;

- Top academic credentials; and a

- A JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Colorado bar admission preferred.

Dorsey participates in E-Verify.

About Dorsey

- Banking and Financial Institutions

- Development and Infrastructure

- Energy & Natural Resources

- Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

- Healthcare

- Technology

One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:

- Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)

- Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)

- 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)

- Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)

- Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)

How to Apply

Posted: 9/21/22

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Senior Attorney

Earthjustice is accepting applications for a senior attorney position to join our growing team of lawyers working to advance clean energy solutions and speed the transition away from dirty fossil fuels in key countries around the world. The attorney will focus on work with foreign and international nongovernmental organizations and institutions to develop regulatory frameworks for – and to remove obstacles to – the accelerated deployment of clean energy. The attorney will also work to incorporate clean energy economic, climate and reliability arguments into a range of cases challenging fossil energy plants and projects in select countries.Application link: https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=ozoJkfwK&s=_outreach

Posted: 9/21/22

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Associate Attorney

Earthjustice seeks an Associate Attorney with two to four years of litigation experience to join our team litigating in state public utility commissions to retire coal plants, stop new gas plants, break down barriers to affordable and resilient clean energy resources, and provide relief to overburdened communities. Today, the energy system relies heavily on fossil fuels and places disproportionate economic and environmental burdens on low-income communities and communities of color.

Application link: https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=olPTkfw7&s=_outreach

Posted: 9/21/22

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Deputy Managing Attorney

Earthjustice seeks a Deputy Managing Attorney to join our team of lawyers and advocates working to eliminate the U.S.’s dependence on coal-fired power generation by 2030, decrease the impact of fossil-fueled power generation on the health and well-being of local communities, and to halt a growing rush to gas-fired generation and promote clean energy in its stead. Earthjustice is hiring a Deputy Managing Attorney for Clean Energy to join the Rocky Mountain regional office in Denver, CO.

This role is in Denver, CO, requires 8+ years litigation experience. Salary range in Denver, CO is $179,700 - $199,700

Application Link: https://app.jobvite.com/j?cj=oJZmkfw8&s=_outreach

Posted: 9/21/22

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Construction & Design Associate (#734)

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is seeking a Construction and Design Associate with at least two years of experience to join our Construction & Design Practice Group in our Denver or Minneapolis offices. Our projects include a wide variety legal work, including:

Handling disputes on construction projects that involve the following:
- Energy projects, including wind, solar, hydroelectric, and natural gas facilities
- Agricultural, food processing, and industrial facilities
- Mining and natural resource facilities
- Athletic stadiums and facilities

- Fulfillment center projects
- Manufacturing, research & development, and warehouse facilities

- General commercial construction

Ideal candidates will also have an interest in handling transactional matters for similar projects.

Many of our clients are developing and implementing the newest technologies and processes, and this is an opportunity to join an experienced legal team and learn about a wide variety of industries, dispute resolution, and contract methods, including EPC contracts, project development, representing owners and developers, and working with clients that provide services to the construction industry, such as contractors and engineers. This Associate will have the opportunity to fill a key role in working directly with our clients, including assisting in the development and implementation of strategies for dispute resolution, structuring of deals and projects, providing construction law advice, and negotiating and drafting contracts.

Qualified candidates will have:
- A JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school;
- At least two years of construction experience;
- Colorado bar admission (for Denver candidates) or Minnesota bar admission (for Minneapolis candidates);
- Strong communication and writing skills; and
- Top academic credentials.

Dorsey participates in E-Verify.

About Dorsey

- Banking and Financial Institutions

- Development and Infrastructure

- Energy & Natural Resources

- Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

- Healthcare

- Technology

One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:

- Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)

- Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)

- 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)

- Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)

- Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)

How to Apply

Posted: 9/21/22

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ATTORNEY DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

Are you passionate about social justice reform and committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity? Do you want to improve access to justice for people living in rural communities of Colorado? Do you believe that holistic, team-oriented representation is essential for all people accused of criminal or delinquent acts? If so, then this is a great opportunity to make a difference! The Attorney Development Coordinator position is a dynamic opportunity for an experienced, mission-driven individual to serve as an ambassador for the Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel and drive our efforts to recruit and develop diverse and highly talented people to ensure a strong pipeline of private contractors devoted to team representation of our clients.

About Us:

The Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel (OADC) is the legislatively created state agency responsible for providing client services and legal representation for indigent individuals (adults and youth) when the state has charged them with a criminal or delinquent act and the state public defender’s office has a conflict of interest. The OADC accomplishes this by contracting with over 400 private attorneys and another 500 legal service providers (social workers, paralegals, investigators, legal researchers, case assistants, legal interns, etc.) to provide client services on an hourly basis. Our fundamental belief is that good holistic legal defense teams produce good results for our clients.

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel (OADC), through the practice of holistic public defense, is to help adults and children whom the government has charged with criminal and delinquent offenses. The OADC’s holistic practice model fosters ethical, informed, and standard-driven best practices in public defense. The OADC allocates resources in a manner intentionally designed to rebalance the disparate power wielded by the government in the criminal legal system. The OADC advocates for every client’s inherent worth and dignity by centering the client’s lived experiences and voice to achieve the best legal outcome.

About the Job:

The OADC has long recognized that a pool of diverse, dedicated, passionate, and excellent legal teams throughout the entire state of Colorado is essential to the mission of our Agency. The Attorney Development Coordinator is a new position created to develop and implement career pathways to ensure our contractor pool provides all our clients with excellent advocacy. The focus of the position will be to design and implement pathways to practice for new and existing private attorneys who want to contract with the OADC to represent indigent people accused of criminal or delinquent acts in all stages of the proceedings (i.e., trial, appellate, and postconviction). A significant focus will be to foster and support people who want to live and practice in rural areas of Colorado (Greater Colorado). Another significant focus will be increasing the number of practitioners who identify with the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) community.

This is a dynamic new position where duties will evolve. The successful applicant should expect to receive any other duties deemed necessary to help fulfill our mission. Essential duties include recruitment, training, and evaluation of undergraduate, law students, and newer attorneys to our community who are interested in a career improving systemic social justice and helping people accused of criminal or delinquent acts.

Recruitment: Developing and expanding existing contacts with local and national undergraduate and law schools, including HBCUs, HSIs, law student associations, colleges and universities, bar associations and affinity groups, and other stakeholders such as community organizations that share our mission. This person will recruit people who can assist OADC contracting attorneys and people who will become OADC contracting attorneys in a manner intentionally designed to ensure an adequate array of service providers in all areas of Colorado and that the diversity of the service providers adequately reflects the diversity of the clients ultimately served. Recruitment includes in-person communication with students and academic personnel, video-conferencing, and static web-based written, video, and audio materials. As such, strong communication skills are vital to this position.

Training and Development: The successful applicant will be expected to engage in direct mentorship of students and practitioners as well as facilitate mentoring relationships with existing contract legal service providers. This person will be responsible for designing and implementing a searchable on-line interface where attorneys can locate case assistants and legal researchers in an efficient and effective manner. This person will work with the OADC Training Director to ensure that all service providers have access to relevant training materials to ensure attorney competency with holistic team representation. As such, strong legal experience and a passion for teaching and encouraging other people to excel are essential.

Evaluation: The Attorney Development Coordinator will be expected to observe legal service providers in and out of court, review written materials, and provide positive feedback in a manner designed to lead others to success. So again, legal experience, strong communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills are important characteristics for this position.

Other duties deemed necessary to help fulfil our mission:

The OADC is a collaborative agency designed for people who thrive in a team environment. This position reports to the Coordinator of Legal Resources and Technology and will engage with all members of the OADC team.

About You:

Our ideal candidate will be passionate about team-oriented, holistic public defense and zealous in their commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and empathy. There is a preference for a person who:

· Has experience in all facets of practice in the criminal legal system including trial, appellate, and postconviction (including conviction integrity review) stages;

· Has affinity for those practicing in rural jurisdictions;

· Has a proven track record of training, teaching, or mentorship;

· Is creative, self-motivated, and able to work in a decentralized environment without close supervision;

· Is inherently positive and inclined to provide feedback in a manner designed to increase the self-esteem of others;

· Has the ability to work remotely, in an office setting, and travel throughout Colorado and nationally;

· Can communicate effectively whether it is in-person or videoconferencing with students and academic personnel, or through static web-based written, video, and audio materials;

· Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.

If you are offered employment, the following are the conditions of employment:

· · Be a current resident of the State of Colorado or become a resident of the State of Colorado within 30 days of the hire date;

· · Be currently licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado or can be licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado within 90 days of the hire date;

· · Be willing to submit to a routine background investigation, including a criminal history check;

· · If hired, the Immigration Reform and Control Act requires you to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States within three workdays.

You will be required to provide three references in addition to the following documents:

· Resume – Required

· Cover letter – Highly preferred

· Letter(s) of Reference – Highly preferred

The State of Colorado is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Click here for further information about State of Colorado Employee Benefits. In addition to benefits offered by the State of Colorado, there is a gym located in the Ralph Carr Building for use by OADC employees, you will receive an RTD pass, a cell phone stipend each month, and a flexible work schedule.

How to Apply:

Complete the online application at the link below by 5pm on September 20, 2022. Please add noreply@fs2.formsite.com as a safe sender. Once you submit your application, you will receive an automatic email from Formsite. If you cannot find this email, please look in your spam/junk folder.

https://fs2.formsite.com/OADC/iiszwukrva/index.html

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be accepted. Please direct any additional inquiries or questions to job@coloradoadc.com.

Job Code: RE3010

Salary Range: $9,577-$11,420

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Colorado

The Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, social class, national origin, marital or parental status, pregnancy, disability status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or political affiliation. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and an environment of representation diversity, and encourage individuals of many identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply.

To request an accommodation, please contact Daniel Nunez at daniel@coloradoadc.com or (303) 515-6924 as soon as possible. Any person with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to participate in the hiring process. The person making the request may be asked to provide additional information regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed, which will be kept confidential. Advance preparation may be required, so timely requests for accommodations are appreciated.

Posted: 8/30/22

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Law Clerk – U.S. District Court

LAW CLERK Vacancy Announcement #: 2022-16-USDC

POSITION: Law Clerk – Term

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Term Limited

(Mon – Fri, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm)

SALARY RANGE: JSP 11/1 to JSP 13/1 ($72,995 - $104,038)*

*These numbers are based on 2022 Pay Tables and are subject to change. Starting salary

is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Advanced in step placement may be

available for current or prior federal employees based on highest previous rate rules.

OPEN DATE: Monday, August 29, 2022

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to all qualified Individuals

LOCATION: Denver, Colorado

The U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado has an opening for a judicial law clerk beginning in the fall of 2023, in the

chambers of U.S. District Judge Charlotte N. Sweeney. Duty station is located at 901 19th Street, Denver, Colorado. The

Judicial Law Clerk is a permanent full-time position and is eligible for federal government benefits. The position will

commence in September of 2023 and may either be a one or two-year term clerkship.

The law clerk will provide legal support to the Judge by conducting legal research, preparing memoranda, drafting orders,

attending trials and other court proceedings, and acting as legal advisor. The clerk also must maintain a courteous and

professional demeanor within chambers, the Court, the bar, and with the public at large.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To qualify for a JSP 11/1, a person must be a law school graduate (or be certified as having completed all law school studies

and requirements and merely awaiting conferment of degree) from a law school of recognized standing, and have

demonstrated one of the following accomplishments or proficiencies:

(a) Standing within the upper third of the law school class from a law school on the approved list of either

the American Bar Association or the Association of American Law Schools;

(b) Experience on the editorial board of a law review of such a school;

(c) Graduation from such a school with an LLM degree; or

(d) Proficiency in legal studies that, in the opinion of the appointing judge, is the equivalent of one of the

above.

To qualify for a JSP 12/1, a person must meet the above but also have at least one year of full-time legal work experience

after graduation from law school and must be a member of the bar of a state, territorial, or federal court of general

jurisdiction.

To qualify for a JSP 13/1, a person must meet the above but also have at least two years of full-time legal work experience

after graduation from law school and must be a member of the bar of a state, territorial, or federal court of general

jurisdiction.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Term law clerk appointments are limited to a total of four years, including all previous appointments held under a federal

term law clerk capacity. Term law clerks are subject to social security deductions and are eligible for health, dental, vision,

and life insurance coverage. Term law clerks are not eligible to participate in the federal employee’s retirement system

(FERS) or the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). Based on the judge’s discretion, term law clerks may or may not be placed on the

Leave Act. Please visit Benefits Overview to view all federal judiciary employee benefits.

All employees must adhere to the judiciary’s Code of Conduct. In addition, this position is subject to mandatory fund

transfer (EFT) participation, adherence to 8 U.S.C.§ 1324b(a)(3)(B) regarding hiring of lawful permanent residents, and an

FBI fingerprint and/or background check. Employees of the United States Courts are not included in the government’s Civil

Service classification and are considered “at will” employees. The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this

vacancy announcement, or to withdraw the announcement, any of which may occur without prior written or other notice.

Multiple positions may be filled from this vacancy

HOW TO APPLY

We are not currently accepting applications through OSCAR for this position. Instead, all qualified applicants should submit

the following as a single pdf application packet:

• Application form AO78 (Download it here)

• Cover letter;

• Current resume;

• Writing sample;

• Contact information for three professional references.

Your application packet must be submitted to: Sweeney_Chambers@cod.uscourts.gov. Please note “Vacancy

Announcement: 2022-16-USDC” in the subject line of the email. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

THE FEDERAL JUDICIARY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Posted: 8/30/22

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State Complaints Officer

The Colorado Department of Education seeks an attorney to investigate complaints filed under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The ability to conduct impartial fact-finding is essential to this role. Qualified candidates must have at least 3-5 years of experience in either litigation or regulatory enforcement and demonstrated experience drafting legal documents, collecting and evaluating evidence, and conducting witness interviews. Qualified candidates will also demonstrate excellence in legal analysis and writing. Qualified candidates may apply online at this link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/3689571/state-complaints-officer-non-classified?department[0]=Department%20of%20Education&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending&page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

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Real Estate Attorney

Monarch Investment and Management Group, Monarch has been actively involved

in Multifamily Housing investment since 1992. We currently own and manage

over 70,000 apartment homes in 20 states, making us the 10th largest multifamily

housing owner in the country.

We are is seeking an experienced Real Estate Attorney to join our in-house

transactions team in Franktown, Colorado. Up to 40% work from home!

Please Include a cover letter, resume and writing sample with your

application for consideration. Applications without these will not be

considered and incomplete.

Under the direction and supervision of Monarch's General Counsel of Real Estate,

this position will work on commercial real estate transactions and other

transactional matters. The ideal candidate will have a background in negotiating,

reviewing, and drafting a wide-range of real estate-related documentation,

including purchase and sale agreements, financing documentation, commercial

lease agreements, and easement agreements, as well as reviewing and managing

real estate-related due diligence.

What we’re offering:

- $110,000/year - $170,000/year, negotiable based on level of experience

- 401k with a 3% matching component.

- Paid education/training programs.

- Paid Time Off.

- Holiday Paid Time Off.

- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.

- Life and Disability Insurance.

- Free skiing at Monarch Mountain for your entire immediate family!

AND a GREAT company culture!

Responsibilities

-Negotiate, review, analyze, and draft a variety of real estate-related documents

-Coordinate and facilitate commercial real estate transactions from start to finish

and follow-up with post-closing matters

-Review and analyze title commitments and documents referenced therein and

surveys, address comments and resolve objections

-Review and analyze other due diligence items for pending transactions

-Interact and communicate with investors, transaction partners, and adverse parties

-Form and organize limited liability companies

-Supervise legal administrative assistant and paralegal

Qualifications:

-Strong analytical and organizational skills

-Ability to pay close attention to detail

-Ability to be flexible, multitask, and prioritize, and work well under pressure

-Ability to problem solve, think independently, and tackle projects

-Ability to work effectively and professionally with fellow team members,

transaction partners, and adverse parties

-Ability to communicate both orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner

-Ability and aptitude to work with numbers

-Strong computer and word processing skills, including Microsoft Word and

Adobe

-Ability to conduct legal research

-Ability to work unsupervised in a relaxed and friendly environment but still meet

multiple demands and deliver excellent work product

Education and Experience

At least five years of previous experience in commercial real estate

transactions/closings, including experience with acquisitions, dispositions, and

financings

Active license to practice law and in good standing in Michigan

Please Include a cover letter, resume and writing sample with your application for

consideration. Applications without these will not be considered and incomplete.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Apply Here

PI189660434

Posted: 8/30/22

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Senior Attorney – Housing Justice

Position Announcement

Senior Attorney – Housing Justice

Homeless Persons Representation Project

Baltimore, MD (Hybrid)

Who We Are: Homeless Persons Representation Project (HPRP) advances housing justice and works to end homelessness in Maryland by providing outreach, education, and free civil legal services to the unhoused or unstably

housed and engaging in broader advocacy to address systemic problems. HPRP collaborates with persons with lived experience of homelessness in recognition that people have the power and expertise to determine solutions to systemic

issues affecting their lives.

The Senior Attorney Position: HPRP's housing practice embraces the value of housing as a human right and seeks to ensure justice for and with persons whose housing rights have been compromised. This position will focus on providing direct service to clients facing eviction or termination of their housing subsidy.

The Senior Attorney will:

• Handle individual cases focused on eviction defense of tenants in subsidized housing and subsidy terminations.

• Responsible for all phases of litigation, including case investigation and development, pleadings and motions,

discovery, trial, post-judgment motions, and appeals.

• Provide legal representation at one or more Rent Court Dockets in Baltimore City District Court per week.

• Create client and community education materials; conduct regular outreach to identify clients in need of legal

services; and conduct know your rights presentations on housing law.

Minimum Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in Maryland or licensed in another state and eligible

for admission to the Maryland bar

• Five years of legal experience, including experience with housing law

• Experience advocating for people facing economic insecurity or homelessness.

What You Bring:

• Demonstrated commitment to equity and social justice, and personal approach that values all individuals and respects

differences

• Excellent analytical and writing skills

• Strong organizational skills and ability to set priorities and handle multiple tasks

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Experience working on legislative advocacy and policy initiatives is a plus

Salary and Benefits:

• The minimum starting salary for this position is $69,000. The salary range is dependent on relevant second language

fluency and other relevant lived experience.

• HPRP has a 35-hour workweek and flexible scheduling when not required to appear in court or other program

locations.

• HPRP offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including full health coverage (medical, prescription, dental) for

the employee plus a contribution toward family coverage; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance;

HPRP's 403(b) plan (employer supplemental salary contribution determined annually); vacation (20 days); sick leave

(10 days); personal days (3 days); and holidays.

To Apply: Interested candidates should send 1) a cover letter describing interest and qualifications for the position, 2) a

resume, 3) a short writing sample (no more than five pages), and 4) the names and contact information for three

professional references. These items should be sent (preferably as PDF attachments) to jobs@hprplaw.org Attn: Carolyn

Johnson – Managing Attorney. The subject line should specify "Senior Attorney - Housing Justice."

Vaccination Requirement: All HPRP staff members must stay up to date on their COVID vaccinations, including receiving additional booster doses that currently are or may subsequently be recommended by the CDC. Vaccine exemptions may be granted on a case-by-case basis on religious grounds and in accordance with the reasonable accommodations guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

HPRP is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We believe that having a staff, board, and volunteers with diverse personal and professional backgrounds and lived experience enhances our

ability to meet our mission and creates an environment where all community members can thrive. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from Black people, Indigenous peoples, people of color, immigrants, persons with disabilities,

members of the TLGBQIA+ (Trans, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, and more) community, people with lived experience of poverty or homelessness, and people from other underrepresented and historically marginalized

groups.

Posted: 8/30/22

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Assistant General Counsel

At Regional Transportation District (RTD), We make lives better through connections!

When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. Come join RTD on this great journey to be the trusted leader in mobility, delivering excellence and value to our customers and community.

RTD Employee Benefits: https://www.rtd-denver.com/careers/benefits

(RTD Represented Employee Benefits: Please refer to the Labor Agreement included in the above link for details.)

Performs general legal services for the organization in the area of transactions and/or litigation, assisting in-house attorneys and developing specialization in one or more legal compliance areas such as PUC (Public Utilities Commission) and federal regulatory compliance (Federal Transit Administration/Federal Railroad Administration), civil rights, employment, labor relations, public finance, procurement, public entity representation and governance, data privacy, real estate, construction, and public safety.

Duties & Responsibilities:

· Acts as assistant counsel with other attorneys in one or more assigned area of legal specialization (transactions, litigation, compliance) and assists in representing the organization’s legal position in such areas.

· Provides general counsel support, advice and advocacy for internal departments, divisions and the Board of Directors, with minimal oversight by other attorneys.

· Handles basic litigation independently or with minimal oversight by other attorneys in connection with a wide variety of claims including personal injury and property damage litigation, employment litigation, administrative hearings, and labor arbitrations; performs basic document collection, review and production witness preparation, depositions, ; drafts pleadings, discovery requests and answers, motions and briefs and represents the organization in hearings, trials and arbitration proceedings.

· Handles basic transaction matters independently or with minimal oversight by other attorneys including drafting and reviewing and negotiating basic contracts and agreements.

· Researches and prepares legal memoranda and opinions, with minimal oversight by other attorneys, pertaining to a wide variety of compliance area such as PUC (Public Utilities Commission) and federal regulatory compliance (FTA/FRA), civil rights, employment, labor relations, public finance, procurement, public entity representation and governance, data privacy, real estate, construction, and public safety.

· Works closely with support staff in preparing exhibit notebooks, organizing and reviewing contract forms, filing pleadings and obtaining records.

OTHER:

All job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school; current membership in the Colorado Bar (or eligibility to apply for admission “On Motion” or by UBE Score Transfer pursuant to C.R.C.P. 203.2(1) or 203.3).

· A minimum of one year of work experience in the practice of law (including judicial clerkships) after admittance to the bar.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Developing proficiency in litigation or transactions and one more areas of legal specialization such as PUC and federal regulatory compliance, civil rights, employment, labor relations, public finance, procurement, public entity representation and governance, data privacy, real estate, construction, and public safety.

Developing proficiency in legal issues involving governmental entities.

Ability to conduct computerized and non-computerized legal and factual research, including Westlaw.

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

Ability to conduct legal research with strong analytical and advocacy skills.

Ability to use sound judgment and maintain the strictest of confidentiality.

Ability to manage time and workload effectively which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to details.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

OR

An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

· The work environment is a typical office environment with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues.

Pay Grade: Gen 12

Salary Range: Min: $102,176 - Max: $158,372

Reports To: Deputy General Counsel

RTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy [https://www.rtd-denver.com/sites/default/files/files/2019-10/RTD-EEO-policy-statement-2019_0.pdf]

Apply here

Posted: 8/30/22

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Associate General Counsel

At Regional Transportation District (RTD), We make lives better through connections!

RTD Employee Benefits: https://www.rtd-denver.com/careers/benefits

(RTD Represented Employee Benefits: Please refer to the Labor Agreement included in the above link for details.)

Performs general legal services for the organization in the area of transactions as well as specialization in one or more legal compliance areas such as PUC (Public Utilities Commission) and federal regulatory compliance (Federal Transit Administration/Federal Railroad Administration), civil rights, employment, labor relations, public finance, procurement, public entity representation and governance, data privacy, real estate, construction, and public safety.

Duties & Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL:

· Performs all aspects of legal services in one or more assigned areas of legal specialization (transactions, compliance) and is primarily responsible for developing and representing the organization’s legal positions in such areas.

· Provides general counsel support, advice and advocacy for internal departments, divisions and the Board of Directors.

· Handles all aspects of transactional matters including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of contracts, easements, leases and other real estate acquisition documents, governmental agreements for funding of joint projects, construction, utility relocation and environmental studies, and documents for joint development of transportation projects with local jurisdictions and private developers.

· Provides advice in one or more specialized legal compliance area such as PUC (Public Utilities Commission) and federal regulatory compliance (FTA/FRA), civil rights, employment, labor relations, public finance, procurement, public entity representation and governance, data privacy, real estate, construction, and public safety.

· Supervises and coordinates the activities of outside legal counsel retained by the organization.

OTHER:

All job-related duties as assigned.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

· The work environment is a typical office environment with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues.

Qualifications:

· A minimum of four years of experience in the practice of law after admittance to the bar. Individual recruitments may require experience in one or more particular fields of legal specialization as set forth above to satisfy the anticipated needs for in-house legal representation, including transactional and/or trial/hearing experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

· Proficiency in at least one area of legal specialization, such as PUC and federal regulatory compliance, civil rights, employment, labor relations, public finance, procurement, public entity representation and governance, data privacy, real estate, construction, and public safety.

· Proficiency in legal issues involving governmental entities.

· Ability to conduct computerized and non-computerized legal and factual research, including Westlaw.

· Ability to prepare briefs, memoranda and other legal documents, and to engage in oral advocacy, with strong analytical and advocacy skills.

· Ability to maintain familiarity with general legal areas.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

· Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, sequences concepts logically, clarifies complex information, and gains understanding of complex material easily.

· Ability to use sound judgment and maintain the strictest of confidentiality.

· Ability to manage time and workload effectively which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to details.

OR

An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities.

CAREER MAP

Based on job performance, experience and education the next step on the career map for this position may be:

Senior Associate General Counsel

Pay Grade/Code: Gen 13
Salary Range: Min: $110,548 - Max: $171,350
Reports To: Deputy General Counsel

RTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy [https://www.rtd-denver.com/sites/default/files/files/2019-10/RTD-EEO-policy-statement-2019_0.pdf]

Apply here

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Limited Position: Associate Assistant City Attorney

Job Description

This is a full-time Limited position, with an end date of December 31st, 2024. This position is eligible for full City benefits.

The Denver City's Attorney's Office seeks an Associate Assistant City Attorney for the Prosecution and Code Enforcement Section of the Department of Law to serve as a Special Assistant United States Attorney (“SAUSA”). As a SAUSA, the Assistant City Attorney will work directly with and under the supervision of the U.S. Attorney’s Office to prosecute violent crimes involving a firearm under the U.S. Code, specifically felons illegally in possession of a firearm under 18 USC § 922 but may include other violent offenses involving firearms in Denver, including armed bank robbery, armed car-jacking, or other violent gun crimes. The SAUSA will prosecute only cases that involve a firearm and that originate in or are connected to Denver. The candidate must be comfortable with using good analytical skills to make independent decisions.

The Denver City Attorney’s Office (CAO) is one of the largest law firms in Colorado, with approximately 120 attorneys and approximately 120 staff members, including paralegals, victim advocates, and other support staff members.

The CAO is dedicated to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment. Through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, we respect and honor our differences, we create a culture of compassion, collaboration, and common purpose of sharing our talents and creativity with each other and the City we serve.

The Denver City Attorney’s Office embraces an environment of compassion, trust, belonging and inclusion where all voices are engaged and respected, and where we nurture the talents of our diverse employees. We are an anti-racist office. We are committed to removing barriers, providing opportunities, supporting everyone by embracing our differences, condemning inequalities and oppression, and respecting everyone’s unique qualities.

The responsibilities for this position include:

· Independently prepare and litigate violent gun cases in United States District Court

· Provide agencies (e.g. ATF and DPD) with legal advice, including rules of evidence and rules of procedure

· Perform quality legal research

· Draft memoranda, motions, briefs, and pleadings

· Perform other related duties as assigned or requested

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed. However, the allocation of positions will be determined by the amount of time spent in performing the essential duties listed above.

Selected individuals must be able to obtain a security clearance to be able to work for the US Attorney’s Office.

The preferred candidates will be attorneys who have:

· At least three years of experience as a prosecutor

· Experience prosecuting 18 USC § 922 or similar state statutes

· Jury-trial experience in Federal, Municipal, or State Court

· Ability to immediately step into a courtroom and handle a docket

· Strong commitment to public service

· Ability to work in a team environment

· Strong written and oral advocacy skills

· Excellent judgment

We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following minimum qualifications:

· Education: Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree or Bachelor of Law Degree.

· Experience: At least two (2) years of experience as an attorney at law, including two years of experience prosecuting or defending criminal cases in court.

· Licensures/Certification(s): Possession of a license to practice law in Colorado from the Colorado Supreme Court at the time of application or possession of license from U.S. states that have a reciprocity agreement with the state of Colorado, excluding the following states: California, Delaware, Florida, Louisiana, Maryland, Nevada, Rhode Island, and South Carolina. The preceding list of non-reciprocal admission jurisdictions is intended to be used only as a guide, as rules and regulations of every jurisdiction are subject to change at any time. Positions with the Denver City Attorney's Office are dependent upon the rules and regulations in place at the time of application and subsequent hiring. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

· Education / Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education, or education for experience, is permitted.

To be considered for this position, you must include the following on your job application (upload the multiple attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab):

· Resume – Required

· Cover Letter – Required

Position Type

Limited - December 31, 2024

Position Salary Range

$85,015.00 - $140,275.00

Starting Pay

$96,000 - $130,000/year, based on education and experience

Link to Apply

Benefits Link

· https://www.denvergov.org/files/assets/public/job-center/documents/benefitsguide_2022.pdf

· https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:814213a6-0ea9-4668-9eda-8a908712a842

Posted: 8/30/22

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Director or Associate Director of Strategic Engagement

The American Constitution Society (ACS) believes that our laws and legal systems should be forces to improve and protect the lives of all people. ACS works for progressive legal reform by shaping debate on our most pressing legal and constitutional challenges; with our nationwide network of lawyers, law students, judges, scholars, activists, and policymakers dedicated to those ideas; and by countering the activist conservative legal movement that has sought to erode our enduring constitutional values and rights.

The American Constitution Society is seeking a full-time Director or Associate Director of Strategic Engagement to manage ACS’s Path to the Bench Initiative. The ACS Path to the Bench Initiative works to develop a pool of highly qualified legal professionals dedicated to long-term, positive change and a fair judiciary. ACS chapters, working closely with their local legal communities, identify talented progressive lawyers at every stage in their careers and give them the support necessary to attain influential legal positions at the state and federal level.

Central to our work is ensuring that local legal communities come together to engage in judicial selection processes and prioritize racial, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, and practice area diversity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In carrying out the objectives of the Path to the Bench Initiative, the Director will:

• Work closely with and expand the capacity of ACS’s 55 existing Path to the Bench Working Groups across 42 states.

• Collaborate with the Strategic Engagement team to build and cultivate relationships in the executive, legislative and judicial branches at the federal, state, and local level, as well as with partner organizations, to further ACS's work on judicial nominations and related issues.

• Plan and execute educational programming for lawyers and law students related to careers in the judiciary and other influential legal positions.

• Serve on the team to assist students and lawyers to secure judicial clerkships and other legal positions as a key part of pipeline building.

• The Director/Associate Director may work hybrid in-office/remotely if they live in the Washington metropolitan area or remotely if they live outside that area with the expectation of occasional travel to Washington, D.C.

QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will possess many of the following qualifications and personal attributes:

• A strong commitment to and understanding of ACS’s mission.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate with a variety of audiences, internally and externally.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with high profile individuals with discretion. • Experience organizing, managing, and leading groups of volunteers.

• Self-motivation with ability to work independently while recognizing team dynamics.

• Knowledge of current legal and public policy issues.

• Sense of humor.

• A JD degree from an accredited law school and two to ten years of professional experience is required.

• ACS requires vaccination of all employees that perform in-person job duties.

BENEFITS

• Salary range for the position is $70,000 to $104,000 at the Director level and $48,000 to $72,000 at the Associate Director level. • Generous health, vision, dental, life insurance.

• Paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave.

HOW TO APPLY Those wishing to apply should submit a résumé and cover letter (each as a PDF) to Morgan Washburn, HR Manager, at jobs@acslaw.org. Please include “Director/Associate Director of Strategic Engagement” in the subject line.

ACS values a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. ACS encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status.

Posted: 8/30/22

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Legal Director

Job Announcement

Legal Director

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is the nation’s foremost defender of constitutional rights

and civil liberties. ACLU of Colorado (ACLU-CO) is an affiliate of the national ACLU, and it is the

state’s guardian of freedom, working in the courts, in the legislature, and in communities across

the state to protect and advance civil rights and civil liberties for all. Founded in 1952, ACLU-CO

is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to fulfilling the promise of equal justice under

the law for all Coloradans. For more information about the work of the ACLU-CO and the civil

liberties principles we uphold, please visit our website at www.aclu-co.org.

Commitment To Equity, Diversity, Belonging, and Inclusion

ACLU-CO is an equitable opportunity employer. We believe that having a board, staff, and volunteer base with diverse personal and professional backgrounds enhances our ability to meet our mission and creates an environment where all community members can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified persons, including people of color, immigrants, women, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ community, those who have been formerly incarcerated, and other members of underrepresented and marginalized groups.

ACLU-CO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or record of arrest or conviction. We are committed to providing a work environment that practices equitable and inclusive treatment and quick to act to prevent and address harassment or discrimination of any kind.

Job Description

ACLU-CO is seeking a creative, dynamic, and visionary Legal Director to lead and grow the ACLU-CO’s legal department in advancing and shaping the civil rights and civil liberties landscape in Colorado. The Legal Director reports to the Executive Director, serves as a member of ACLU-CO’s senior leadership team, and works with other members of the Senior Leadership Team to ensure that litigation and legal strategies are aligned in support of the organization’s long-term issue priorities. The Legal Director is responsible for overall strategy, coordination, and management of the legal department and its litigation docket, staff, and network of volunteer cooperating attorneys. The ideal candidate will be a skilled constitutional rights litigator, an inspiring leader, an experienced and visionary manager, and will have executed litigation as part of multi-disciplinary teams. Strong candidates will have demonstrated ability to initiate, develop and

pursue impact litigation as part of an integrated advocacy strategy and a demonstrated ability to

work with, support and inspire others in innovative advocacy.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Build, maintain, and oversee a robust docket of impact litigation and legal advocacy that

advances the ACLU’s strategic priorities and responds to threats to civil rights and civil

liberties

• Work collaboratively with an inter-disciplinary team to design litigation and legal strategies

that are aligned with and supported by strategic communications, organizing, policy

advocacy, electoral programs, and other strategies and tactics

• Help determine near- and long-term policy objectives for the ACLU-CO’s core issue-area

campaigns by providing input to the Director of Advocacy on where litigation or legal

strategies can be deployed to help teams achieve long-term policy goals

• Manage all aspects of the ACLU’s litigation program, including coordinating case selection

with the Legal Panel and senior leadership team; oversee the investigation and

development of cases prior to filing litigation; and build litigation teams with in-house

lawyers, volunteer cooperating counsel, allied advocacy organizations, ACLU national legal

staff, and other partners

• Oversee litigation in federal and state courts and ensure effective client counseling

• Serve as a spokesperson for the ACLU, working closely with our communications and policy

team to engage in strategic public forums, advocacy discussions, and media opportunities

• Maintain an individual caseload and manage demand letters, public records requests, legal

and policy reports and analysis, pre-litigation investigations, discovery, motion practice,

brief writing, hearings and trials, appellate work, and amicus briefs

• Supervise a team that includes five attorneys, including a Managing Attorney, as well as a

paralegal, intake coordinator, and law student interns; coordinate recruitment and

onboarding of additional legal staff with team members; foster an organizational culture

that empowers staff, encourages professional development, and emphasizes a commitment

to upholding the highest ethical ideals of the legal profession and our diversity, equity,

inclusion, and belonging values

• Broaden and deepen relationships among ACLU attorneys, cooperating and pro bono

counsel, and other lawyers to elevate the visibility of the ACLU in the legal community and

to help build capacity in our legal docket by engaging lawyers in pre-litigation investigations,

amicus briefs, active litigation, and other ACLU activities

• Ability to create and develop litigation or legal strategies where a objective may be to uplift

community, pressure decision-makers or have other political impact

• Work closely with development team to engage donors and funders and support efforts to

secure litigation funding

• Assist with administrative matters including but not limited to developing budgets,

providing regular reports on legal department activities, assisting with file retention policy

implementation, managing intake and correspondence, and coordinating and supporting

other activities as needed

Qualifications:

• JD from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in Colorado or licensed in

another state and qualified to apply for bar admission in Colorado within one year

• While, less experience would be considered, 10+ years of increasingly responsible legal

experience, which should include substantial state and federal constitutional law experience

and an understanding of modern applications of civil liberties principles is strongly

preferred.

• Dedication to social justice work, cultural competency to work with a diverse team and an

awareness of, and willingness to engage in, the difficult and transformative work of

challenging systems of oppression, institutional and structural racism, and implicit bias

• Ability to plan effective strategies, establish realistic objectives, and evaluate progress

• Experience designing and executing complex and sequenced litigation strategies. An ability

to manage multi-year or multi-jurisdictional projects.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills to manage one’s own work as well as

others, and to assure completion of assignments and projects

• A track record of leadership through strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-

building

• Proven management ability, including experience in creating and overseeing department

budgets, supervising attorneys, and support staff, and in managing and encouraging

volunteers, both students and professionals

• Commitment to working with community groups and marginalized communities in the

planning, and development of litigation. Ability and flexibility to work in both service and

leadership roles with many diverse players and constituencies

• Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated skills in participatory and equitable

decision-making

• Exceptional analytical, writing, and speaking skills. A demonstrated ability to write clearly

and precisely. The ability to communicate effectively with plaintiffs, opposing counsel, staff,

volunteers, and the public. A demonstrated ability to convey difficult civil liberties issues to

the public and media

• A commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and a personal approach that

values the individual and respects differences of race, ethnicity, age, gender, gender

identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic

circumstance

• A strong passion for the ACLU’s mission; personally committed to advancing the ACLU’s

values, mission, goals, and programs, with an understanding of the range of civil liberties

issues and their implications

Work Accommodations during the COVID-19 Pandemic

To ensure the safety of our employees, the ACLU of Colorado implemented a mandatory work-

from-home policy. While the policy stays in effect, we acknowledge that there are special circumstances when working at the office is necessary. For these situations, we ask staff to send

notification of their time in the office and to follow CDC precautionary measures to ensure staff

safety. We are preparing a hybrid work accommodation in June 2022. To return to the office, it

is mandatory to send a vaccination record or request a medical or religious exemption.

Compensation and Benefits

This position is full-time; the approximate salary range $140,000 - $180,000 and within pay scale

parameters of ACLU of Colorado. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, life and long-

term disability insurance, 401k contribution, paid vacation, and holidays.

To Apply

All inquiries, nominations, referrals, and applications (resumes and letters of interest) should be

sent electronically and in confidence to:

Marcus Ollig

The Advocates

myadvocate@targetedlegal.com

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Independent Monitor

The Position

The City and County of Denver is looking for its next Independent Monitor to provide exemplary leadership, ongoing oversight, and direction to the Office of the Independent Monitor (OIM) for the City and County of Denver. Working in concert with the Citizen Oversight Board, Mayor’s Office, City Council, Executive Director of Department of Public Safety, Denver Police (DPD), Sheriff (DSD), and Fire Departments (DFD), District Attorney’s Office, community leaders, the general public and media, the Independent Monitor provides fair and objective oversight of uniformed personnel (defined below) and ensures public confidence in such uniformed personnel and their accountability systems.

The Monitor serves at the pleasure of the Citizen Oversight Board. The Citizen Oversight Board recommends the appointment of the Independent Monitor to the City Council who must confirm the appointment. The Citizen Oversight Board is a nine-member board composed of community members that meets twice monthly and holds quarterly public forums.

The OIM was created by the Mayor and City Council in 2004 and has several essential functions:

· Receiving and processing community complaints about DPD’s approximately 1,600 officers, DSD’s approximately 875 deputies, and DFD’s approximately 15 fire investigators (together “uniformed personnel”);

· Monitoring investigations into complaints, officer-involved shootings, and in-custody deaths involving uniformed personnel;

· Making recommendations about the findings and discipline associated with complaints involving uniformed personnel;

· Publicly reporting on patterns of complaints, findings, and discipline;

· Making recommendations regarding potential law enforcement, corrections, and oversight related policy issues; and

· Engaging the community and law enforcement in the work of the OIM through outreach.

The duties and functions of the Independent Monitor are as follows:

Plans, organizes, and directs the operations of the OIM and establishes programmatic priorities and procedures to include preparing and administering the OIM budget. The Independent Monitor develops goals, documents performance, provides performance feedback and formally evaluates the work of OIM employees. As part of those responsibilities, the Independent Monitor assists staff in achieving performance standards and establishes standards of professional conduct, including ensuring confidentiality and implementing a comprehensive training program for the OIM staff.

Oversees investigative and analytical work that is difficult, highly complex, and often involves issues that are highly sensitive and confidential. The Independent Monitor directs staff who monitor investigations of uniformed personnel, including citizen complaints alleging the use of force, other serious misconduct, and other citizen concerns. Monitoring responsibilities include responding to crime scenes, attending witness interviews, reviewing other types of evidence, engaging in ongoing dialogue with investigators, ensuring internal investigations are thorough, fair, and complete, and recommending or conducting additional investigation, to include issuing subpoenas.

Directs staff charged with assessing training, policies, and practices in the DPD and DSD, analyzing data and information about complaints, officer-involved shootings, and in-custody deaths, and preparing semi-annual, annual, and other special reports for the Citizen Oversight Board, Mayor, City Council and the public.

Partners with the Citizen Oversight Board to promote the mission of the OIM and keeps the Board informed of the status of key investigations being monitored and actions taken. The Independent Monitor also provides the Board with information concerning plans, programs, policy, training, and procedures of Denver law enforcement that significantly impact the oversight function of the OIM.

Establishes, serves as a liaison to, and maintains effective working relationships with diverse groups, including city staff, outside agencies and community-based organizations, employee unions, the general public, community leaders, public officials, and professional organizations. The Independent Monitor conducts and directs staff to conduct public outreach to educate the community and the media on the role of the Independent Monitor and the processes for investigating complaints and administering disciplinary actions, policies, practices, and training. The Independent Monitor ensures that the complaint and commendation process is accessible to all community members.

Priorities

1. Collaborate with the Citizen Oversight Board, Mayor, City Council, and OIM staff to continually develop and evolve the vision, priorities, and goals for the OIM.

2. Analyze data, trends, and policies to identify public safety systems that could be improved. Highlight disciplinary trends with the Citizen Oversight Board and seek input on policy changes needed to address identified issues.

3. Continually keep all stakeholders informed of relevant actions and operations to increase the credibility and visibility of the OIM, as well as the community’s trust in its work. Develop a strategy to provide broad communication of the OIM’s role in public safety reform.

4. Foster a welcoming and collaborative team environment within the OIM, build trust and empower staff to bring fresh ideas, develop innovative strategies, and provide creative solutions to meet the growing and changing needs of the organization.

5. Actively champion and support the City’s ongoing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Collaborate to create a more inclusive workplace, advocate for equity in City services, and embrace the growing diversity throughout the Denver community.

6. Provide timely and proactive annual and semi-annual public reports and assessments of how the safety departments are policing themselves to keep stakeholders engaged in the OIM’s role, actions, outreach campaigns, current policies, proposed policy changes, and initiatives.

The Successful Candidate

The City of and County of Denver’s next Independent Monitor will be a strategic, diplomatic, and seasoned leader with demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques related to conducting internal law enforcement or corrections complaint investigations and review for a large municipal organization. With a strong background in policy, civil rights, and social justice, the successful candidate will set high standards internally for delivering quality and timely results and providing data to back up recommendations for changes in policy and practice.

The successful candidate will be a skilled and talented communicator who excels in public speaking, making presentations to large groups, and interacting with the media. The next Independent Monitor will build positive relationships and trust with the community and within the Denver Police, Sheriff and Fire Departments. The ideal candidate is a builder of community relations and is able to effectively interact with the public, media, and political leaders to garner support and enable positive reforms of public safety systems.

The next Independent Monitor will excel at explaining and interpreting complex laws, ordinances, enforcement principles and practices, regulations, policies, and procedures. With a good understanding of the techniques of law enforcement training, instruction, and evaluation of work performance, the next Independent Monitor will make clear decisions and provide sound reasoning to all stakeholders. The ideal candidate will also bring a high level of understanding and knowledge of theories, principles, practices, methods and techniques of data and legal research and analysis coupled with an understanding of federal, state and local laws and regulations and procedures applicable to internal law enforcement investigations and review responsibilities and jurisdictions.

With a collaborative leadership style, the next Independent Monitor will work closely with staff giving clear direction, motivating, and empowering the team to provide the highest level of service internally and externally while acting as an advocate for staff, providing access to professional development opportunities, and continually building a cohesive culture within the OIM. The next leader shall be both transformative and purpose driven as well as politically savvy and an advocate for the OIM. The ideal candidate brings a positive example of competence, professionalism, energy and work ethic to the OIM and recruit staff of high caliber to continually evolve and advance the goals and vision of the OIM.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have a master’s degree or Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university, plus three (3) years of executive level work experience in civilian oversight of law enforcement, including investigating allegations of misconduct by law enforcement or correctional officers, or comparable legal or investigative experience. Two (2) years of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements. Colorado Bar membership is not required. The position will not act as a legal advisor or otherwise function as a lawyer for the City and County of Denver. A successful candidate will be required to pass a rigorous background investigation.

Preferred qualifications include extensive knowledge of public safety, oversight or auditing work, and demonstrated experience working to improve public safety systems. In addition, experience with enhancing community engagement, leading organizational transformation, and using data to advocate for policy changes is also preferred.

The City and County of Denver

The City and County of Denver is consolidated city and county and the capital of the state of Colorado. The form of government is a strong mayor/city council made up of a non-partisan elected mayor, auditor, and a 13-member city council, all of whom serve four-year terms, with a maximum of three terms. Denver has over 14,000 employees in over 35 agencies. The City and County of Denver has a current FY 2022 operating budget of $1.49 billion. The Denver Department of Public Safety includes the Denver Police Department, Denver Fire Department, Denver Sheriff Department, and the 911 Communications Center.

The Office of the Independent Monitor

The OIM is a civilian oversight agency that was created by the City and County of Denver in 2004 and began its work on August 1, 2005. The OIM’s mission is directed at transparency and accountability of Denver’s sworn safety personnel and the policies which govern them and ensure that the complaint and commendation processes are accessible to all community members. Candidates are encouraged to review the history that led to the formation of the OIM, including the death of a 15-year-old with developmental disabilities.

The OIM has fifteen (15) employees, including administrative, monitoring, policy, and outreach staff. There are currently eight (8) direct reports to the Independent Monitor: Senior Deputy Monitor, five (5) Deputy Monitors, Policy and Operations Director, and Community Relations Director.

The OIM is charged with monitoring the disciplinary systems in the Denver Police and Denver Sheriff Departments, making policy recommendations to those departments, and conducting outreach to communities throughout Denver. The FY 2022 budget for the Office of the Independent Monitor is $2.1 million.

Mission of the Office of the Independent Monitor

Promote accountability, effectiveness, and transparency in the Denver Police and Denver Sheriff Departments’ disciplinary processes by:

· Monitoring investigations into citizen complaints, internal complaints, and critical incidents involving sworn personnel

· Making recommendations on findings and discipline; publicly reporting on patterns of complaints, findings, and discipline; making recommendations regarding potential policy issues

· Conducting outreach to the Denver community and stakeholders in the disciplinary process

· Promoting alternative and innovative means for resolving police complaints, such as mediation

The Community

The City and County of Denver is Colorado's capitol city and home to more than 715,000 residents with nearly 3 million people in the Denver metro area. Nicknamed the "Mile-High City," Denver is the nation's 19th largest city. Denver is also the heart of state government and an epicenter for the arts, music and professional sports. It serves as the primary financial, transportation, and distribution center of the region and is home to the Denver International Airport, the fifth busiest airport in the country.

With over 300 days of sunshine, a thriving cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, and natural beauty, the City and County of Denver and Colorado as a whole, combine for the one of the world's most spectacular playgrounds. The Mile High City is located on high rolling plains, 12 miles east of the "foothills," a series of gentle mountains that climb to 11,000 feet. Just beyond is the "Front Range of the Rocky Mountains," a series of formidable snowcapped peaks that rise to 14,000 feet. Denver might not be in the mountains, but the mountains still dominate the city. The picturesque mountain panorama from Denver is 140 miles long. There are 200 visible named peaks including 32 that soar to 13,000 feet and above.

Quick Facts

· Population: 715,463

· Median Annual Household Income: $72,661

· Median Home Value: $427,600

· Median Age: 34.7 years

All demographic information was sourced from the 2020 U.S. Census.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected hiring range is $117,325-$175,987, depending on qualifications, with an excellent benefits package. Relocation assistance will also be available for the successful out-of-area candidate.

Learn more about our options and employee-based benefits here.

Benefits offered include the following:

· Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance

· Holiday, vacation, sick, and parental leave

· The Denver Employee Retirement Plan (DERP)

· 457(b) Plan

· Education refund program

· Employee assistance program

· Employee volunteer program

· Flexible spending accounts

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted electronically by Raftelis. Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Any application received prior to October 3 will receive full consideration.

Questions

Please direct questions to Catherine Tuck Parrish at ctuckparrish@raftelis.com and Robert Colichio at rcolichio@raftelis.com.

Download Recruitment Brochure

Posted: 8/30/22

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Position: Assistant United States Attorney, Criminal Division- Transnational Organized Crime and Money Laundering Section (TOCML), Denver

Closing date: September 2, 2022

Link to posting: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/670961300

Job description: The fentanyl crisis is currently one of the most pressing problems facing the citizens Colorado. Seizures of significant amounts of deadly fentanyl are up, as are deaths resulting from the reckless use of this drug. As part of our persistent effort to combat this rising crisis, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Colorado is currently accepting applications for Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) positions within the Transnational Organized Crime and Money Laundering section of our Criminal Division. The attorney must be devoted to justice, excellence, fairness, and representing the public. We are seeking talented and diverse applicants whose professional and life experiences will enable them to work collaboratively with law enforcement to combat this crisis and other important large-scale narcotic trafficking activities. Applicants with skills in the areas of communication, financial analysis, teamwork, and problem solving are encouraged to apply. AUSAs in this section truly are part of the investigative team. If selected, you will work closely with agents from the DEA, FBI, IRS, HSI, ATF, and other state and federal agencies to develop investigative strategies, employ sophisticated surveillance techniques, and shape cases from their inception. AUSAs in this section also enjoy fast-paced litigation practices that will frequently get them on their feet in Federal District Court.

Salary information: As noted in the announcement, the current salary range for this position is from $78,428 - $176,200 per year.

Benefits: As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. See Learn more about federal benefits and Review our benefits

Contact information at the U.S. Attorney’s Office:

Jharline Sotelo-Rivera (she/her)

Human Resources Specialist

United States Attorney’s Office | District of Colorado

1801 California Street, Suite 1600

Denver, CO 80202

Phone: (303) 454 -0115

Email: Jharline.Sotelo-Rivera@usdoj.gov

Posted: 8/30/22

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Assistant Director

The secret is out: The City and County of Denver is not only one of the nation’s top place to live, work, and play, it also made the Forbes list of top employers in Colorado, ranked #10 in the state of Colorado. Being the one of the best places to live and work isn’t easy, and Denver strives to hire the best people to represent our beautiful city. We are seeking people who want to make a difference; people who want to give back; people who want to be at the heart of this City and have a hand in creating our future. When you join us, you will employ your unique skills to do important and meaningful work critical to the success of both your organization and the City as a whole. #WhereDenverWorks.

The Denver City Attorney’s Office is one of the largest law firms in Colorado, with over 230 attorneys and staff members comprised of paralegals, victim advocates, and other support and supervisory staff members. It may have the most diverse practice of any law firm in Colorado since Denver is a home rule city and county. Clients include the Mayor, City Council, all other elected and appointed officials, all city agencies, departments, boards, commissions, and employees.

The City Attorney's Office is dedicated to providing an equitable, inclusive, and diverse work environment. Through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, we respect and honor our differences, we create a culture of compassion, collaboration, and common purpose of sharing our talents and creativity with each other and the City we serve. We celebrate bringing our whole selves to work every day.

Denver International Airport is the 20th-busiest airport in the world and the 5th-busiest airport in the United States, serving 64.5 million passengers last year and generating more than $26 billion for the region annually. DEN is the largest and newest commercial airport in the United States and consists of 15 million square feet of built environment.

The Denver City Attorney’s Office is searching for an Assistant Director for Denver International Airport Legal Services. This position supervises and directs the activities of the Legal Services division and provides legal counsel and representation to City officers and employees.

The Airport Legal Services Division represents the Department of Aviation in matters relating to Denver International Airport and the former Stapleton International Airport; and provides legal counsel and advice for the City's aviation-related litigation, contracts, claims, real estate, bankruptcy, public health and environmental compliance, rule-making matters, Open Records Act matters, and other matters involving general municipal law. The Division provides legal services in the areas of land use, real estate, finance, public debt, revenue, contracts, leases, licensing, and associated ordinances.

Job duties include:

· Coach, mentor, develop, and challenge staff; Champion continuous improvement, including devising new strategies and new opportunities; Set performance standards for the division and ensure operations achieve or exceed performance metrics

· Implement management initiatives that positively impact operations; advocate and defend final decisions

· Assist with managing overall financial operations of the section’s budget, as well as any federally and locally funded project budgets; Ensure budget remains at or below established targets

· Conduct legal research and review information related to cases or work assignments and drafts; Approve, and advocate for legislation, rules, and regulations

· Provide City officers and employees with counsel, representation, advice and legal opinions

· Litigate or participate in major complex cases and transactions

· Maintain regular communication with the aviation stakeholders to stay apprised of relevant issues

Employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other City agencies to support core functions of the City during a City-wide emergency declared by the Mayor.

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed. However, the allocation of positions will be determined by the amount of time spent in performing the essential duties listed above.

Ideal Candidate Summary

We’re looking for a true leader who has experience working with people at all levels of an organization. An individual who is outcome and results oriented and has demonstrated experience at an enterprise or corporate level. Someone who focuses on continuous improvement and the ability to develop, manage, and maintain plans, programs, and people. The successful candidate must be able to work on and manage complex and varied issues, be on call 24/7, be able to articulate complex issues in a simple manner in a public forum and has a proven track record of providing strategic advice and managing issues.

In addition, we are looking for someone several or more of the following skills/experience:

· Aviation Law and Airport Operations, including security, airline affairs and technology

· Design and construction contracting and enforcement

· Litigation and dispute resolution outside litigation

· Federal Aviation Administration, Transportation Security Administration, and other federal legal requirements applicable to airports, including rules and regulations)

· Complex contract negotiations involving multiple stakeholders (not boilerplate)

· Municipal law and finance (bonds)

· Real estate transactions and development, including airport concessions and leasing

· Supervisory experience including evaluating and developing employees

· Experience in leading and managing complex projects and processes to completion (review, develop and implement policies and procedures or reports)

· Experience procuring and managing contracts: sourcing, vetting requests for proposals, selecting and managing a contract within budget

We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:

· Education: Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree or Bachelor of Laws Degree

· Experience : Three (3) years of experience of the type and at the level of Assistant City Attorney – Senior with specialized experience in at least one area of law

· Education/Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted

· License/Certifications: Possession of a license to practice law in Colorado from the Colorado Supreme Court at the time of application or possession of license from U.S. states that have a reciprocity agreement with the state of Colorado, excluding the following states: California, Delaware, Florida, Louisiana, Maryland, Nevada, Rhode Island, and South Carolina. The preceding list of non-reciprocal admission jurisdictions is intended to be used only as a guide, as rules and regulations of every jurisdiction are subject to change at any time. Positions with the Denver City Attorney's Office are dependent upon the rules and regulations in place at the time of application and subsequent hiring

· Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment

FBI Background Check: FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.

Snow / Emergency Duties: Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees can be required to work extended hours and/or shifts.

Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$132,410.00 - $225,097.00

Starting Pay

Based on experience and education

Link to Apply

https://denver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CCD-denver-denvergov-CSC_Jobs-Civil_service_jobs-Police_Jobs-Fire_Jobs/details/Assistant-Director---Denver-International-Airport-Legal-Services---City-Attorney-s-Office_R0048552?q=assistant+director

Benefits Link

· https://www.denvergov.org/files/assets/public/job-center/documents/benefitsguide_2022.pdf

· https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:814213a6-0ea9-4668-9eda-8a908712a842

Posted: 8/30/22

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Patent Associate – Mechanical

Dorsey’s Patent group is seeking an associate in Salt Lake City or Denver with two to five years of experience and a technical background in mechanical engineering or a related field. You will join an exceptional team of attorneys, agents, paralegals, and staff servicing a wide array of clients – from large multinational corporations to entrepreneurs and innovative startup companies. You will have responsibility for an active docket of patent prosecution matters – from drafting applications through all phases of domestic and foreign patent prosecution. You will have the opportunity to counsel clients on patent strategy, and gain exposure to conducting searches and preparing patentability, invalidity, and non-infringement opinions. In our general practice firm, there are also opportunities to support litigation and transactional practices.

The following qualifications are required:

-USPTO and Utah admission for Utah candidates or Colorado admission for Colorado candidates;

-Two to five years of patent attorney or agent experience;

-Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, or equivalent; and

-Strong academic performance and writing ability.

Dorsey participates in E-Verify.

About Dorsey

- Banking and Financial Institutions

- Development and Infrastructure

- Energy & Natural Resources

- Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

- Healthcare

- Technology

One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:

- Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)

- Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)

- 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)

- Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)

- Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)

How to Apply

Posted: 8/30/22

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