What are the responsibilities and job description for the Problem Solving Court - Deputy District Attorney III position at Larimer County?
Overview
The District Attorney's Office is seeking a dedicated and thoughtful attorney to represent the Office of the District Attorney in various problem solving court dockets. It is anticipated this position will be responsible for Competency Court and Veterans Court, but could also cover or be rotated to Drug Court, DUI court, and Wellness Court. These courts offer an effective alternative to incarceration and the traditional criminal justice process, problem-solving courts use collaborative and innovative approaches to addressing the root causes of adult criminal behavior, including – addiction, mental health and combat-related issues specific to U.S. military veterans. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in criminal law, must be able the think critically and creatively, with experience or a keen interest in evidence based alternative sentencing models. In this role, you will work closely with judges, treatment providers, social service agencies, and other multidisciplinary team members to develop and implement treatment plans for participants, promoting their recovery and reducing recidivism.
Our primary office is in Fort Collins with our second office in Loveland. In our district we have Cache La Poudre and Big Thompson rivers, Horsetooth Reservoir and the Rocky Mountain National Park. Staff are encouraged to take 2 long lunches a week to exercise and enjoy our community which could be running on one of our many local trails, biking (Fort Collins is a Platinum- rated bicycle friendly community with miles of dedicated bike lanes), or enjoying a yoga class in Old Town. Fort Collins is home to more than 20 craft breweries, Colorado State University, and family friendly community events. Our staff have recently won awards for innovations to improve efficiencies and forwarding thinking projects. In addition to great benefits (medical, dental, vision) Larimer County provides a wellness clinic to staff for preventative health screening and coaching, primary care services, and physical therapy. Staff can use clinic leave for these services as well as for massage or acupuncture. In addition to paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, after a probationary period staff may also have work from home options. We value the wellbeing of our staff and have a resiliency program with 13 clinicians who are readily available to all employees (appointments available as soon as the next day) plus we have trained peer support specialists in our office for anyone who needs to decompress. If you could see yourself fitting into our office and community we hope you apply.
Attorneys in this position can expect a regular Mon-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. schedule; however, attorneys will also be included in the on-call schedule.
Please include a cover letter addressed to Robert Axmacher, Chief Deputy District Attorney.
Responsibilities
What you'll be doing:
What We're Looking For
To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:
Supplemental Information
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.
All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.
Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
The District Attorney's Office is seeking a dedicated and thoughtful attorney to represent the Office of the District Attorney in various problem solving court dockets. It is anticipated this position will be responsible for Competency Court and Veterans Court, but could also cover or be rotated to Drug Court, DUI court, and Wellness Court. These courts offer an effective alternative to incarceration and the traditional criminal justice process, problem-solving courts use collaborative and innovative approaches to addressing the root causes of adult criminal behavior, including – addiction, mental health and combat-related issues specific to U.S. military veterans. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in criminal law, must be able the think critically and creatively, with experience or a keen interest in evidence based alternative sentencing models. In this role, you will work closely with judges, treatment providers, social service agencies, and other multidisciplinary team members to develop and implement treatment plans for participants, promoting their recovery and reducing recidivism.
Our primary office is in Fort Collins with our second office in Loveland. In our district we have Cache La Poudre and Big Thompson rivers, Horsetooth Reservoir and the Rocky Mountain National Park. Staff are encouraged to take 2 long lunches a week to exercise and enjoy our community which could be running on one of our many local trails, biking (Fort Collins is a Platinum- rated bicycle friendly community with miles of dedicated bike lanes), or enjoying a yoga class in Old Town. Fort Collins is home to more than 20 craft breweries, Colorado State University, and family friendly community events. Our staff have recently won awards for innovations to improve efficiencies and forwarding thinking projects. In addition to great benefits (medical, dental, vision) Larimer County provides a wellness clinic to staff for preventative health screening and coaching, primary care services, and physical therapy. Staff can use clinic leave for these services as well as for massage or acupuncture. In addition to paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, after a probationary period staff may also have work from home options. We value the wellbeing of our staff and have a resiliency program with 13 clinicians who are readily available to all employees (appointments available as soon as the next day) plus we have trained peer support specialists in our office for anyone who needs to decompress. If you could see yourself fitting into our office and community we hope you apply.
Attorneys in this position can expect a regular Mon-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. schedule; however, attorneys will also be included in the on-call schedule.
Please include a cover letter addressed to Robert Axmacher, Chief Deputy District Attorney.
Responsibilities
What you'll be doing:
- A person in this position will represent the DA's office in various problem solving court court dockets.
- A person in this position would be rotated out at some point to also handle criminal proceedings including the scheduling of cases, plea negotiations, probation revocations hearings, motions and sentencing.
- Regular responsibilities include receiving and reviewing summons, or tickets filed by arresting officers, and reviewing and examining the evidence, witness statements, determines whether a crime has been committed, the nature of the crime, and whether the evidence justifies prosecution.
What We're Looking For
- This position requires regular appearance in court, so predictable attendance is mandatory.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and members of the community.
- Legal principles and practices with an emphasis on criminal law, know and understand court procedure and rules of evidence; and is able to perform legal work involving the use of independent judgment.
To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.
- Three years of experience in criminal prosecution, with demonstrated experience handling felony cases.
- Current license to practice law in Colorado or obtain it within two (2) months of hire required.
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Supplemental Information
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.
All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.
Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
