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Job Number: 878
Salary: $40/hr
Department/Office: District Attorney
Division: District Attorney's Office
Location: 6450 S. Revere Pkwy, Centennial, CO, 80111
Job Type: Temporary
Posting Date: 11/10/2026
Closing Date: 11/14/2026
The Arapahoe County government serves its communities in ways both obvious and obscure. As the beating heart of local and regional government, we’re here for our neighbors on their best days—and their worst. We share our residents’ goals of preserving our quality of life and strive to be the place we’re proud to call home.
NOTE:
FOR CANDIDATES APPLYING PURSUANT TO C.R.C.P. 203.6: Applicants eligible to practice under C.R.C.P. 203.6 who have not previously worked under this Office's Student Practice Act program may be appointed subject to an initial evaluation period of no less than 30 days. Continued employment will be contingent upon satisfactory performance and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the Deputy District Attorney position.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF JOB:
The Temporary Deputy District Attorney – County Court is the first step in a career as a prosecutor with the 18th Judicial District. In county court, attorney's will prosecute misdemeanor offenses such as assaults, domestic violence, DUIs, and sex offenses. After gaining experience and courtroom skills in county court, Deputy District Attorneys have advancement opportunities into district court, where they handle all levels of felony offenses, from motor vehicle theft to murder.
DUTIES:
- Manages a docket of traffic and misdemeanor cases, to include initial and on-going case review, follow-up with law enforcement agencies, negotiations with defense counsel, meeting with witnesses and victims, and preparing and conducting motions and trial.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to gain extensive knowledge of state statutes, county ordinances, and constitutional /substantive case law related to motor vehicle, misdemeanor, and petty offense violations.
- Ability to gain extensive knowledge of the Colorado Criminal Code, the Colorado Rules of Professional Conduct, the Colorado Rules of Evidence, and the Colorado Victim Rights Act, which all apply to this assignment.
- Ability to advocate legal and factual scenarios in a clear and persuasive manner to judges and jurors.
- Ability to effectively process and dispose of a high volume of criminal case filings while maintaining a balance of equal justice between victims, the People of the State of Colorado, and affected defendants.
- Ability to rapidly assess cases for strengths versus weaknesses and aggravators versus mitigators to determine just and ethical dispositions that are within policies promulgated by the elected District Attorney.
- Capacity to recognize situations warranting potential policy/procedure exceptions, and the ability to effectively advocate for alternative resolutions.
- Must be able to react quickly and appropriately in court to defense objections, oral motions, court inquiries and rulings, and presentations/responses from defense attorneys and witnesses.
- Demonstrate an aptitude for mastering software programs applicable to the assignment.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with superiors, co-workers, defense attorneys codefendants, victims, witnesses, judges, court staff, law enforcement and related agencies' personnel, press/media, reporters, and the general public is essential; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with same are also necessary for success in this role.
Education and Experience:
- Graduation from law school as provided under Rule 205.1 of the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure.
- No Experience required
Necessary Special Requirements:
- Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice law in the State of Colorado and a valid driver’s license.
- We accept applicants licensed to practice in other states who would be eligible to gain licensure in Colorado.
- We also accept applications and make contingent offers to strong candidates who are planning to take the Colorado Bar exam in the upcoming year.
Timeline for application:
- We accept applications and hire temporary DDAs for individuals who are in their 3rd year of law school, approaching graduation, and are scheduled to take the Colorado Bar Exam in July. This application typically opens in the Spring prior to graduation.
- While the hiring and interview process occurs in the Spring, the starting date is after the July bar exam, in August. The specific start date in August is flexible.
Pre-Employment Additional Requirements:
- Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check.
- Possession of a valid Class “R” Colorado Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.
- Security clearance required: will require fingerprinting and a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) background check
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is split between a standard office environment, attending court, responding to crime scenes, and meetings inside and outside of the office with law enforcement, victims, and witnesses in various settings.
- Remote work may be permitted as provided by Office policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.
- Spends 90% of the time sitting and 10% of the time either standing or walking.
- Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 20 lbs.
- Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 20 lbs.
- Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.
- Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions.
- Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.
- Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.
Below, please list any special physical demands associated with this position. For instance, exposure to hazardous environments, blood borne pathogens, extreme heat/cold, use of power equipment or machinery, wearing of PPE (personal protective equipment).
Definitions:
Definitions:
Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
** Arapahoe County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other status protected under the law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors. Arapahoe County is committed to making employment accessible to persons with disabilities.
** In accordance with Senate Bill 23-058, applicants understand that Arapahoe County will not request or require the applicant to include their age, date of birth, or date of attendance/graduation date on the initial application. Applicants understand that Arapahoe County can request or require an individual to provide documentation including copies of certification, transcripts, and other materials created by a third party. The applicant understands that the applicant can redact, if they so choose, information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from an educational institution on those requested/required certification, transcripts and other materials created by a third party.
Job Number: 878
Salary: $40/hr
Department/Office: District Attorney
Division: District Attorney's Office
Location: 6450 S. Revere Pkwy, Centennial, CO, 80111
Job Type: Temporary
Posting Date: 11/10/2026
Closing Date: 11/14/2026
The Arapahoe County government serves its communities in ways both obvious and obscure. As the beating heart of local and regional government, we’re here for our neighbors on their best days—and their worst. We share our residents’ goals of preserving our quality of life and strive to be the place we’re proud to call home.
NOTE:
FOR CANDIDATES APPLYING PURSUANT TO C.R.C.P. 203.6: Applicants eligible to practice under C.R.C.P. 203.6 who have not previously worked under this Office's Student Practice Act program may be appointed subject to an initial evaluation period of no less than 30 days. Continued employment will be contingent upon satisfactory performance and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the Deputy District Attorney position.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF JOB:
The Temporary Deputy District Attorney – County Court is the first step in a career as a prosecutor with the 18th Judicial District. In county court, attorney's will prosecute misdemeanor offenses such as assaults, domestic violence, DUIs, and sex offenses. After gaining experience and courtroom skills in county court, Deputy District Attorneys have advancement opportunities into district court, where they handle all levels of felony offenses, from motor vehicle theft to murder.
DUTIES:
- Manages a docket of traffic and misdemeanor cases, to include initial and on-going case review, follow-up with law enforcement agencies, negotiations with defense counsel, meeting with witnesses and victims, and preparing and conducting motions and trial.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to gain extensive knowledge of state statutes, county ordinances, and constitutional /substantive case law related to motor vehicle, misdemeanor, and petty offense violations.
- Ability to gain extensive knowledge of the Colorado Criminal Code, the Colorado Rules of Professional Conduct, the Colorado Rules of Evidence, and the Colorado Victim Rights Act, which all apply to this assignment.
- Ability to advocate legal and factual scenarios in a clear and persuasive manner to judges and jurors.
- Ability to effectively process and dispose of a high volume of criminal case filings while maintaining a balance of equal justice between victims, the People of the State of Colorado, and affected defendants.
- Ability to rapidly assess cases for strengths versus weaknesses and aggravators versus mitigators to determine just and ethical dispositions that are within policies promulgated by the elected District Attorney.
- Capacity to recognize situations warranting potential policy/procedure exceptions, and the ability to effectively advocate for alternative resolutions.
- Must be able to react quickly and appropriately in court to defense objections, oral motions, court inquiries and rulings, and presentations/responses from defense attorneys and witnesses.
- Demonstrate an aptitude for mastering software programs applicable to the assignment.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with superiors, co-workers, defense attorneys codefendants, victims, witnesses, judges, court staff, law enforcement and related agencies' personnel, press/media, reporters, and the general public is essential; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with same are also necessary for success in this role.
Education and Experience:
- Graduation from law school as provided under Rule 205.1 of the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure.
- No Experience required
Necessary Special Requirements:
- Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice law in the State of Colorado and a valid driver’s license.
- We accept applicants licensed to practice in other states who would be eligible to gain licensure in Colorado.
- We also accept applications and make contingent offers to strong candidates who are planning to take the Colorado Bar exam in the upcoming year.
Timeline for application:
- We accept applications and hire temporary DDAs for individuals who are in their 3rd year of law school, approaching graduation, and are scheduled to take the Colorado Bar Exam in July. This application typically opens in the Spring prior to graduation.
- While the hiring and interview process occurs in the Spring, the starting date is after the July bar exam, in August. The specific start date in August is flexible.
Pre-Employment Additional Requirements:
- Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check.
- Possession of a valid Class “R” Colorado Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.
- Security clearance required: will require fingerprinting and a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) background check
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is split between a standard office environment, attending court, responding to crime scenes, and meetings inside and outside of the office with law enforcement, victims, and witnesses in various settings.
- Remote work may be permitted as provided by Office policies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.
- Spends 90% of the time sitting and 10% of the time either standing or walking.
- Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 20 lbs.
- Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 20 lbs.
- Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.
- Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions.
- Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.
- Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.
Below, please list any special physical demands associated with this position. For instance, exposure to hazardous environments, blood borne pathogens, extreme heat/cold, use of power equipment or machinery, wearing of PPE (personal protective equipment).
Definitions:
Definitions:
Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
** Arapahoe County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other status protected under the law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors. Arapahoe County is committed to making employment accessible to persons with disabilities.
** In accordance with Senate Bill 23-058, applicants understand that Arapahoe County will not request or require the applicant to include their age, date of birth, or date of attendance/graduation date on the initial application. Applicants understand that Arapahoe County can request or require an individual to provide documentation including copies of certification, transcripts, and other materials created by a third party. The applicant understands that the applicant can redact, if they so choose, information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from an educational institution on those requested/required certification, transcripts and other materials created by a third party.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in deputy county attorney jobs.
- Active bar membership in good standing in the hiring state
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Experience in civil litigation or criminal prosecution in state court
- Knowledge of local government law, public records, and municipal liability
- Ability to represent the county in administrative hearings and trial court
- Familiarity with government contracting, land use, or code enforcement law
Tips for Your Deputy County Attorney Job Search
Tailor your resume to county law
Highlight courtroom experience in state or local courts, not just federal practice. County hiring panels want to see familiarity with local ordinances, government liability statutes, and public records law, so name the specific practice areas you've handled for a public or governmental client.
Target openings by practice area
County attorney offices post separately for civil, criminal, and code enforcement tracks. Filter your search by those terms so you don't waste time applying to criminal prosecution roles when your background is in civil government defense, or vice versa.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists deputy county attorney openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Get your bar admission paperwork ready
Most county attorney offices verify active bar standing before they extend an offer. Pull your certificate of good standing now, because the gap between interview and offer can be short and a delayed document is a common reason conditional offers fall through.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Panels for deputy county attorney roles routinely walk through a hypothetical public records dispute, an employee discipline matter, or a contract challenge and ask how you'd advise the county. Rehearse your reasoning out loud, not just the conclusion, since they're evaluating your judgment process.
Negotiate start date and CLE reimbursement
Government salary bands are often fixed, but start dates and professional development benefits are negotiable. Ask about mandatory CLE coverage, bar dues reimbursement, and any unpaid transition time you need between private practice and your first day.
Deputy County Attorney Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most deputy county attorneys?
Cache County, Kern County, CA, and State of Vermont are hiring the most deputy county attorneys right now, with openings concentrated in Colorado, Utah, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to track county population and budget cycles, so larger metro counties typically post more frequently.
How many deputy county attorney jobs are remote?
About 33% of deputy county attorney openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the in-person demands of court appearances and client meetings within the county. Advisory and transactional sub-areas such as contract review and policy drafting are the most likely to allow partial remote schedules.
How do you become a deputy county attorney?
You need to earn a Juris Doctor, pass the bar exam in the state where you want to work, and gain litigation or government law experience. Most counties require at least some courtroom experience before hiring, so clerking for a state court, working in a public defender or district attorney office, or handling civil government matters at a law firm builds the right foundation. Applying directly through county government postings is the standard entry path.
Can you get a deputy county attorney job with little experience?
Some counties hire newly admitted attorneys into entry-level deputy positions, particularly for high-volume criminal prosecution or code enforcement dockets where on-the-job supervision is built into the role. A judicial clerkship, law school clinic work in government or public interest law, or a prior internship with a city or county attorney's office can substitute for private practice years when experience is thin.
What does the deputy county attorney interview process look like?
Most county attorney offices run a two to three stage process. An initial screening call or written application review is followed by a panel interview with senior attorneys and sometimes a human resources representative. Finalists are often asked to complete a short legal writing sample or work through a hypothetical scenario on the spot. Reference and background checks, including bar verification, come after the final interview before any offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to deputy county attorney jobs?
You can find and apply to deputy county attorney jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from counties across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your practice area and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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