Description:

We are currently seeking a Juvenile Unit Deputy District Attorney to join the Denver District Attorney's Office, 2nd Judicial District – Juvenile Unit. In this role, you will be representing the People of the State of Colorado in trial and appellate matters. You will be providing legal counsel to law enforcement agencies within the Second Judicial District. You will participate in a range of multi-agency task forces and committees with law enforcement and other community partner professionals. Juvenile Prosecutors also take part in staffing and handling specialized dockets- to address larger concerns for the Juvenile's rehabilitation, overall wellbeing and community safety.

Juvenile prosecution is a highly specialized unit of prosecutors, victim witness specialists and investigators all committed to focusing on juvenile prosecution and working with juveniles involved in the criminal justice system. Case topics include, but are not limited to: School weapon and threat cases, sexting, drug use and possession, sexual assaults on children, burglary, aggravated robbery, aggravated motor vehicle theft, credit card and identity theft, and gang-related crimes.

Juvenile prosecutors' work on increasing awareness of the serious impact juvenile offenders have on communities. Specifically, there has been a marked upswing in terms of home and business burglaries and as well as, violent crimes. Juvenile prosecutors may also be assigned and assist in the most serious juvenile cases, which are filed directly into district court as adult cases.

What You'll Do:
On a day-to-day basis, the Deputy District Attorney (Juvenile Unit) will:

Maintain a felony caseload, including making appropriate plea offers, litigating motions and preparing cases for trial
Partner with other deputies on cases
Partner with members of Denver Police Department and other community agencies
Assist victims of crime through the criminal justice system
Periodically serving on call to provide legal advice to Denver Police Department's homicide unit
Apply sound legal practice and judgment to ensure accurate and sufficient case documentations is preformed
Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the District Attorney

About You:
What You'll Bring
The ideal candidate will posses some or all the following skills and experience:

Has three (3+) plus years of experience in District Court

Required Minimum Qualifications:
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: None
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