Senior Assistant City Attorney - Employment And Labor Law

City and County of Denver

Denver, Colorado, United States
Base: $131,770 - $177,890 annually; bonus/equity: ...
Hybrid
Doctor of jurisprudence degree required
Three years attorney experience minimum
Colorado law license by hire date
The Denver City Attorney's Office seeks an experienced attorney to provide legal counsel on employment and labor law matters for the city

Job Summary

  • The Denver City Attorney's Office seeks an experienced attorney to provide legal counsel on employment and labor law matters for the city.
  • This role involves representing the city in collective bargaining, grievance proceedings, and administrative hearings while advising management on workplace laws.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $131,770 to $177,890 annually along with a guaranteed life-long pension and comprehensive benefits.

Matching Summary

The Denver City Attorney's Office seeks an experienced attorney to provide legal counsel on employment and labor law matters for the city.

Salary

Base: $131,770 - $177,890 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Guaranteed life-long pension, 457B plan, medical/dental/vision, 140 hours PTO plus holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Doctor of Jurisprudence degree required
  • Three years attorney experience minimum
  • Colorado law license by hire date
  • Federal and state labor law expertise
  • Collective bargaining negotiation skills

Nice-to-have

  • Public sector labor relations experience
  • Civil litigation background preferred
  • Traditional labor law experience
  • Mentorship capabilities for junior attorneys
  • Fast-paced team environment adaptability

Key Requirements

  • JD or Bachelor of Laws degree
  • Minimum 3 years as attorney at law
  • Valid Colorado Supreme Court law license
  • 7 years employment/labor law experience preferred
  • US work authorization without visa sponsorship

Work Rights

Must have valid US work authorization

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