Associate Deputy District Attorney - Organized Crime Unit

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. The salary range is $95,585.00 - $136,069.00 based on the selected candidates years of experience. Please see our competitive salaries based on years below. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service

• 457B Retirement Plan

• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year

• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

The Denver District Attorney’s Office has immediate openings for the position of Deputy District Attorney. We offer competitive salaries that reflect relevant work history.

• Associate Deputy District Attorney – $119,763.00 – $136,069.00. Must have at least 5 years’ relevant experience

• Deputy District Attorney – $95,585.00 – $104,615.00. Entry Level up to 5 years’ relevant experience

Location & Schedule

This position reports on site from 8:00AM to 5:00PM at the Republic Plaza building located at 370 17th St suite 5300 Denver, CO 80202.

Who We Are - Mission of the Office of the Denver District Attorney

The mission of the Denver DA’s Office is to protect the community, to seek equal justice for all, and to improve the quality and fairness of criminal justice on behalf of the people of Colorado.  We achieve that mission through excellence in our work investigating and prosecuting crime, supporting victims and their families, working with the community to prevent crime, and providing fair alternatives to incarceration in appropriate cases.

What You'll Do

This position is collecting applications for this role, however, this is an at will appointed position by the Denver District Attorney, John Walsh. 

Deputy District Attorneys assigned to the Organized Crime Unit represent the People of the State of Colorado in complex criminal prosecutions, including organized crime, gang-related violence, large-scale drug distribution, racketeering, conspiracy, and coordinated multi-defendant cases. They also provide legal counsel to state and federal law enforcement agencies across the Denver Metro Area and work closely with such investigative partners to target, develop, coordinate, and oversee long-term investigations that lead to case filing and prosecution.

The working environment includes a fast‑paced, high‑stakes work where at times work may require long or irregular hours, including evenings or weekends. The DA's Office is an exciting, mission‑driven work environment where attorneys make a significant difference through sustained effort and collaboration. Physical demands include walking, sitting, hearing, handling, lifting items including case files, dockets, exhibits, etc., weighing up to 50 lbs. or more, and driving and safely maintaining a District Attorney fleet vehicle where determined necessary and appropriate by the District Attorney.

As the Associate Deputy District Attorney you will:

• Investigate and prosecute organized-crime, gang-related violence, and/or large-scale narcotic distribution cases

• Manage complex, multi-defendant prosecutions including conspiracies, organized crime groups, criminal enterprises, large-scale narcotics traffickers, and gangs involved in shootings or violent acts. Responsibilities include charging cases through complaint and information, investigating/indicting cases through grand jury, written motions practice, litigating legal issues, and trying cases before a jury

• Demonstrate strong legal competency in complex litigation, motion and trial advocacy, 4th and 5th Amendment law, as well as organized crime, gang prosecution, and narcotics trafficking statutes

• Work collaboratively with local, state, and federal law-enforcement partners to cultivate and develop proactive investigations targeting criminal organizations, violent gangs, and major narcotics traffickers

• Provide ongoing legal guidance to detectives and agents during active investigations. Advise on target selection, evidence collection techniques, and charging strategies. Review and approve associated search and arrest warrants. Direct investigative follow-up

• Collaborate with law enforcement, community partners, and intelligence units to identify emerging gang trends and criminal networks

• Assist fellow deputies in the prosecution of gang-related crimes, violent crimes connected to organized groups, and major drug distribution cases

What You'll Bring

Our ideal candidate will be/have:

• A motivated self‑starter who thrives under pressure

• Strong organization, diligence, adaptability, and the ability to manage multiple demanding investigations and court responsibilities

Required Minimum Qualifications

We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:

• Education requirement: Doctor of Jurisprudence degree or Bachelor of Laws degree.

• Experience Requirement: Five (5) years of experience as an attorney at law as a prosecutor

• Education/Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted.

• License/Certifications: Possession of a license to practice law in Colorado from the Colorado Supreme Court by the date of hire or a reasonable expectation of becoming licensed by the Colorado Supreme Court by the date of hire in accordance with C.R.C.P. 203.2, 203.3, 203.4 and 205.6. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment. Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.

• The position of Deputy District Attorney is statutorily authorized by C.R.S. § 20-1-201 and has powers and authorities as established by C.R.S. § 20-1-202. A Deputy District Attorney is a peace officer as established by C.R.S. § 16-2.5-132.

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until Sunday, August 30, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than August 30, 2026 at 11:59PM to ensure consideration. 

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