State Of Colorado Denver , CO 80208
Posted 1 week ago
Department Information
Find a rewarding career making a difference: Join the Office of the Attorney General!
The Real Estate Unit in the Revenue & Regulatory Law Section is looking for an experienced real estate attorney to join its dynamic and collaborative legal team. This position is your opportunity to litigate and provide general counsel legal services to the Colorado Real Estate Commission, the Board of Mortgage Loan Originators, and the Board of Real Estate Appraisers. If you are seeking a unique legal role in real estate issues and want to directly impact the lives of Coloradans, apply today!
Announcement extended. If you have already applied for the Assistant Attorney General position in the Real Estate Unit it's not necessary to reapply.
WHO WE ARE
The Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law is the "People's Lawyer." The Attorney General, Phil Weiser, was elected by the people of Colorado and is the State's chief lawyer and law enforcement official. Our vision for the Department of Law is: "Together, we serve Colorado and its people, advancing the rule of law, protecting our democracy and promoting justice for all." Our core values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, drive our actions and demonstrate our focus on being principled public servants who are innovative and better together. Visit our website to learn more: https://coag.gov/.
Description of Job
The Real Estate Unit is one of 10 units within the Revenue & Regulatory Law (R&R) section. The R&R section represents state regulatory agencies, including the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), the Department of Revenue, the Department of Agriculture, and the State Personnel Board. R&R is the largest section in the Department of Law, comprised of approximately 120 team members who tackle a diverse array of legal challenges for nearly 100 state agencies, boards, commissions, and divisions. The work of the R&R section is critical to ensuring all licensees are providing fair services to Coloradans and protecting consumers through oversight of these industries and professions to protect public health and safety.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Real Estate Unit represents the Colorado Division of Real Estate and other programs within the R&R section, including a few independent agencies within the judicial department. Our primary work promotes consumer protection through regulating, licensing, and taking disciplinary action against licensed real estate professionals and enforcing unlicensed practice.
You will independently litigate professional licensing cases involving real estate professionals before the Office of Administrative Courts and the judicial review process in quasi-judicial, state district and appellate court forums. The successful candidate also will advise the real estate professional boards or commissions in a general counsel capacity, on the respective regulatory functions and responsibilities including enforcement, injunctive and defense matters and will assist with the promulgation of rules and compliance with open meeting and open record laws. The position also may include representation of state agencies in federal courts and other state licensing boards and programs represented within the unit. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced attorney who is eager to work in a multi- disciplinary team and enjoys both litigation and general counsel advising.
In addition to the above, attorneys with 10 or more years of litigation experience can be considered for hire as a Senior Assistant Attorney General (AAG) I. A Senior AAG I will provide expertise, litigate complex cases, provide leadership, and serve as a mentor for other attorneys in the unit. If the position is filled at the Senior AAG I level, the pay range will be $106,309 to $146,455/year.
If the position isn't filled as a Senior AAG I, the pay range will be at that of Assistant Attorney General II, which is $99,318 to $132,901 /year.
Salary Note: The Department of Law uses a wage progression compensation model. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
To be considered for this position, applicants must:
Further, while we know that no candidate is perfect, we are seeking applicants that have most of the following attributes:
A minimum of three years of practice for Assistant Attorney General II andten years of practice as a litigation attorney for Senior AAG I consideration
Strong litigation abilities, including legal writing, oral argument, client counseling, cross-examination, legal strategy, and settlement negotiations
Knowledge of or strong interest in real estate law and administrative practice
Ability to assume diverse caseload with moderate supervision and have good judgment as to when to consult teammates and supervisors
A well-developed ability to work collaboratively with a variety of people
Self-starter who is eager to learn and develop professionally
Excellent self-awareness and judgment
Well-developed client service, interpersonal skills, and negotiation talent
Passion for producing excellent work product and keen attention to detail
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and public service
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.
Applicants must be willing to work at least 2 to 3 days per week in-person.
Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and application for Practice Pending Admission before the first day of employment. For more information about admission to the Colorado bar please review information on the Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel website.
The Office of the Attorney General offers challenging, interesting, and meaningful work. We are an equal opportunity employer and believe that a diverse work force adds quality and perspective to the services we provide to the public. Candidates with diverse qualities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
This position is non-classified and is not subject to appeal rights.
Supplemental Information
WHY WORK FOR US
We Embrace Flexibility
We aim to produce outstanding work product for our clients, be efficient with our time, and support each other as team members - which also means we embrace flexible working arrangements when and where possible.
We Are Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At the DOL, our commitment to DEI is thriving. We know that we are better together when our differences are valued and everyone is inspired and empowered to contribute. As such, we strive to provide a safe environment where individuals feel valued and respected for who they are; demonstrate a behavior and mindset where differences are welcomed, and individuals are treated equally and empowered to do their best work; and promote growth and innovation through a diverse workforce. We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more! If your professional goals include promoting growth and innovation with colleagues who recognize that we are better together when our differences are valued and respected, then DOL is your place to be!
We Have Strong Core Values
Our core values drive our actions. At the Department of Law, we are: 1) principled, maintaining the highest ethical standards, rigorous legal analysis, and careful evaluation of facts; 2) public servants, who are always ensuring our work is not about us, but instead is about the people of Colorado; 3) innovative, by seeking to identify the best approach, make deliberate decisions, and look to improve; and 4) "better together," by working to support each other and collaborate.
We are Committed to Developing our Attorneys
We are deeply invested in our talent and regularly provide meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth through training and coaching. Further, our professional development and performance goal setting process is collaborative and ongoing, and aimed at helping our attorneys grow and succeed.
We Offer Excellent Benefits
In addition to the comprehensive State of Colorado benefits package including competitive medical and dental health plans, employer-paid life insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans with Colorado PERA, and vacation and sick leave earned each month, there are many other unique benefits that we offer, including:
Medical and dentalhealth plans
Employer-paid life insurance
Paid vacation and sick leave earned each month
11 paid holidays per year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness- The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program forgives the remaining balance on your direct loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a repayment plan while working full-time for a qualified employer.
Free access to an on-site fitness center
Strong, flexible retirement benefits including 401K and 457 plans
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State personnel system
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible work schedules, professional development opportunities, and an employee discount program
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must establish an account with governmentjobs.com and complete the online applications including the Contact Information section. Applicants are not required to complete the Work Experience, Education, or Additional Information sections of the online application.
Applicants must provide 1) a cover letter detailing your interest in the position 2) a resume; 3) a writing sample and 4) three professional references. Use the "Attachments" feature of the online application to add documents.
The Department of Law is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Julie Christopher, at Julie.Christopher@coag.gov or call 720-508-6511.
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