Senior Deputy District Attorney

Overall Job Objective

What Success Looks Like In This Job

The Senior Deputy District Attorney performs professional legal work in the prosecution of criminal cases in the 17th Judicial District, acting on behalf of the District Attorney and representing the People of the State of Colorado. Attorneys in this category have consistently demonstrated the experience and competence necessary to handle first chair/lead prosecutor responsibilities on any type of case, regardless of complexity. Attorneys have also demonstrated leadership ability and consistency in developing working relationships with law enforcement, the judiciary, the defense bar, victim groups, and the community.

Examples of Duties for Success

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to seeking justice, preserving community safety and making the criminal justice system better
• Represent the 17th Judicial District and District Attorney using professionalism and integrity in dealing with court officials, witnesses, members of the legal community and the general public.
• Perform the duties of a District Court prosecutor, including preparing and conducting jury trials on high level felony offenses
• Maintain a large caseload of felony cases and perform all necessary duties to shepherd the cases through the criminal justice system, including making appropriate plea offers, working with victims, preparing witnesses, collaborating with law enforcement and interacting with defense attorneys.
• Serve as a leader and mentor in the office, particularly with less-experienced attorneys
• Establish, nurture and improve relationships between the District Attorneys Office and the community
• Confer with the District Attorney and Assistant District Attorneys regarding the development, implementation and evaluation of programs and units for the DAs Office
• Demonstrate leadership to improve and strengthen the units and teams within the District Attorneys Office
• Serve as a liaison to law enforcement agencies within the 17th Judicial District Attorney
• Provide, on a scheduled basis, off-hour and on-call services to police agencies requiring assistance during nights and weekends
• Serve on various "on-call" teams within the office, such as Homicide On-Call, Vehicular Homicide On-Call and others as designated

Qualifications for Success

• Must possess a law degree from an accredited law school.
• Seven (7) years minimum experience as prosecuting attorney in the State of Colorado or another State is required.
• Prior felony prosecution experience is required.
• Must be a licensed attorney permitted to practice law in the State of Colorado.