Assistant City Attorney

As a municipal government entity, the City of Pueblo is an employer of choice.  The city employs over 800 team members in 15 different departments.  Teams of diverse individuals work diligently to accomplish the various objectives that are essential to ensure that the Pueblo community is well represented, served and protected.  Many of our employees enjoy a long and rewarding career with the city.  Pueblo offers a stable work environment, rewarding career options, competitive salaries and a great benefits package. 

The City of Pueblo is hiring an Assistant City Attorney I/II/III.  This exempt, full-time position offers you a variety of benefits that provide a great work/life balance, a rewarding work environment, PERA retirement and a competitive annual salary of $74,792.76 - $128,393.16.  This is an exceptional opportunity to work within diverse and interesting areas of the law!

As an Assistant City Attorney I/II/III, under the administrative direction of the City Attorney and/or Deputy City Attorney, you will prosecute both criminal and civil violations of the City’s Municipal Code.  This is accomplished by advising the City on prosecutorial issues; providing representation in lawsuits; performing legal research; reviewing documents and templates; preparing and drafting briefs, pleadings, and legal opinions; participating in court hearings, administrative proceedings, and trials; providing legal advice relating to risk exposures; and as requested, advising City departments and agencies concerning local, state, and federal legislation.  This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position.  See attached posting or City website for more details.

Depending on skills and experience, as determined by the City Attorney, selected candidates may be hired at the Assistant City Attorney I, II, or III level.

Assistant City Attorney I: $74,792.76 - $93,490.92 annually

Assistant City Attorney II: $93,491.04 - $104,911.44 annually

Assistant City Attorney III: $104,912.52 - $128,393.16 annually

Click on Assistant City Attorney I, II, or III for access to the complete job description and to apply today!  Visit www.pueblo.us/jobs to see all open positions with the City of Pueblo. 

This posting will remain open until 12/25/2024 11:59 PM.

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate degree
• Admission to practice in Colorado and in good standing
• A valid driver’s license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment
  • License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification 
  • During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Apply online at www.pueblo.us/jobs.