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Weld County

Assistant County Attorney III

Greeley, CO

$113K - $159K/yr

Compensation Range$113,588.80 - $159,036.80 -- SummaryUnder the overall direction and supervision of the County Attorney, an Assistant County Attorney III will assist in the fulfillment of the ...

Wayne County, New York

Assistant County Attorney

Lyons, NY · On-site

$89K - $121K/yr

Wayne County is seeking a qualified full-time attorney admitted to the Bar of the State of New York. This position works in conjunction with and under direct supervision of the County Attorney. • ...

Weld County

Assistant County Attorney III

Greeley, CO · On-site

$113K - $159K/yr

Compensation Range $113,588.80 - $159,036.80 Summary Under the overall direction and supervision of the County Attorney, an Assistant County Attorney III will assist in the fulfillment of the ...

Raftelis

County Attorney

Orange, VA · On-site

The County Attorney's Office is authorized for a County Attorney, a Senior Assistant County Attorney, and a paralegal. A key early responsibility will be building out the County Attorney's Office by ...

Raftelis

County Attorney

Orange, VA · On-site

The County Attorney's Office is authorized for a County Attorney, a Senior Assistant County Attorney, and a paralegal. A key early responsibility will be building out the County Attorney's Office by ...

La Plata County

Assistant County Attorney

Durango, CO · On-site

$100K - $128K/yr

As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any ... Job Summary Under the general direction of the County Attorney, performs a variety of complex ...

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How much do assistant county attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant county attorney in the United States is $86,445.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $95,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by an Assistant County Attorney in managing their caseload?

Assistant County Attorneys often manage a diverse and demanding caseload that includes both criminal prosecutions and civil matters. Balancing multiple cases with varying deadlines and complexities requires strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively. Additionally, the role may involve frequent court appearances, collaborating with law enforcement, and advising county departments, which can create time management challenges. Staying up-to-date with changes in laws and maintaining clear communication with colleagues are also essential to ensure successful case outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant County Attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant County Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, a valid state law license, and strong legal research, writing, and litigation skills. Familiarity with legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis, as well as case management systems, is typically required. Excellent negotiation, communication, and ethical judgment are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities are crucial for effectively representing the county, ensuring compliance with laws, and providing sound legal advice in a government setting.

What Does an Assistant County Attorney Do?

An assistant county attorney works to support the county attorney's office by offering representation in court cases involving the county. In this legal career, your duties involve representing the county in criminal cases. Additional responsibilities include providing legal advice to government departments and certain elected officials. You may attend hearings and perform research to assess whether or not to take a case to trial. You may support the county attorney by obtaining or organizing documents and evidence for case filings.

What are Assistant County Attorneys?

Assistant County Attorneys are lawyers who work for a county government, providing legal advice and representation to county officials, departments, and agencies. Their duties often include prosecuting criminal cases, representing the county in civil matters, drafting legal documents, and advising on policy or regulatory issues. They play a key role in ensuring that county actions comply with local, state, and federal laws. The specific responsibilities may vary depending on the size and needs of the county. Assistant County Attorneys typically work under the supervision of the County Attorney or District Attorney.

What is the difference between Assistant County Attorney vs County Attorney?

AspectAssistant County AttorneyCounty Attorney
CredentialsJurist Doctor (JD), bar admissionJurist Doctor (JD), bar admission
Work EnvironmentSupport role, assisting in legal cases, office settingLead role, overseeing legal matters for the county, administrative duties
Employer & IndustryCounty government, legal departmentCounty government, legal department
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Assistant County Attorney typically supports the County Attorney by handling legal cases and providing legal advice within the county government. The County Attorney serves as the chief legal officer, overseeing all legal matters and managing the legal team. While both roles require similar credentials, the Assistant County Attorney is a supporting position, whereas the County Attorney holds the primary leadership role in the county's legal department.

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Infographic showing various Assistant County Attorney job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,445 per year, or $41.6 per hour.
Assistant County Attorney I, II, or III - Human Services

Assistant County Attorney I, II, or III - Human Services

Pueblo County, CO

Pueblo, CO • On-site

$5.9K - $8.8K/mo

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Salary: $5,930.00 - $8,895.00 Monthly
Location : Pueblo, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 02898
Department: County Attorney
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date: 7/6/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
POSITION SUMMARY
Assistant County Attorney I - Human Services:
Performs professional entry-level legal work assisting the County Attorney in a variety of less difficult assigned legal matters regarding the statutory and constitutional duties of the county, including representing, advising and counseling county officials, departments, and boards regarding such duties.
Assistant County Attorney II - Human Services:Performs professional journey-level legal work assisting the County Attorney in handling a variety of moderately complex matters regarding the statutory and constitutional duties of the county, including representing, advising and counseling county officials, departments, and boards regarding such duties.
Assistant County Attorney III - Human Services: Performs advanced professional senior-level legal work assisting the County Attorney in all matters regarding the statutory and constitutional duties of the county, including representing, advising and counseling county officials, departments, and boards regarding such duties.
COMPENSATION:
  • ACA I - HS: $5,930 - $8,895/month
  • ACA II - HS: $7,176 - $10,764/month
  • ACA III - HS: $8,684 - $13,026/month

****This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies with the County Attorney's Office at either the ACA I-HS, ACA II-HS, or ACA-HS III level depending upon qualifications and experience****
WHAT YOU WILL DO
ACA I - HS:
  • Represents the County in frequently recurring entry-level administrative and judicial-related proceedings and advises County personnel on recommendations or required courses of action as they relate to the Colorado Children's Code and/or the Department of Human Services.
  • Represents County officials, departments, and boards in litigation/court matters, administrative hearings, and appellate courts in a wide variety of frequent and substantive Colorado Children's Code and/or Human Services issues as needed.
  • Provides advice and counsel to county officials, departments, and boards regarding statutory and constitutional duties and policy matters as they relate to the Colorado Children's Code and/or the Department of Human Services.
  • Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts, agreements and memorandums of understanding, intergovernmental agreements, and other documents to ensure procedural sufficiency.
  • Reviews, researches, and drafts resolutions, county policies, county ordinances, and legal opinions for elected officials, departments, and boards as they relate to the Department of Human Services, as assigned.
  • Coordinates and monitors the work of attorneys on contract with the county involving litigation and general representation of the Department of Human Services in areas assigned.
  • Monitors changes in statutory, case law, and constitutional duties of the Department of Human Services.
  • Prioritizes and determines the specific projects and work activities to be performed and works independently through the completion of the project.
  • Refers matters of county policy, need for additional resources, and questions regarding program objectives to the County Attorney.
  • Attends meetings with staff, courtroom personnel, and Judges/Magistrates as needed.
  • Helps establish department goals and plans scheduling, and work standards in achieving goals.
  • Guides and directs office projects making economical use of available resources; maintains effective coordination of the project through completion and reviews employees' work for effectiveness in meeting goals, standards, and schedules.
  • Reports delays and problems promptly and takes appropriate actions to maintain effective coordination of the activity.
  • Communicates project goals to staff through actions of spoken and written words.
  • Interacts effectively with individuals and groups at all levels; keeps all interested and involved parties informed of the matters requiring their attention.
  • Provides courtroom coverage for other attorneys as needed.
  • Performs legal work acting as an attorney representing the Department of Human Services (DHS) in matters concerning Dependency and Neglect, Delinquency, Truancy, Family First Prevention Services Act, and other matters related to DHS child protection services.
  • Represents the State of Colorado or Department of Human Services in court proceedings, including jury trials, court trials, court hearings, and/or administrative hearings and court and administrative appeals.
  • Meets with caseworkers, legal technicians, and supervisors to prepare cases for trial and appeal and develop legal framework for recommended court actions and stipulations.
  • Provides advice and training to the DHS Director and supervisors regarding federal and state laws related to DHS responsibilities including Dependency and Neglect matters.
  • Advises department employees regarding case preparation, court testimony, and legal issues related to court proceedings.
  • Plans, organizes, directs, and supervises the work of social workers and other witnesses, paralegals, and technical support personnel.
  • Prepares pleadings and other legal documents for court filing.
  • Advises the County Attorney in matters related to DHS court actions.
  • Acts as liaison between the Department of Human Services and other attorneys and agencies.
  • Maintains knowledge of Colorado statutes and court rules including juvenile and appellate rules, rules of evidence and rules of ethics.
  • Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for the performance of the job.
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ACA II - HS:
  • Represents the County in frequently recurring intermediate-level administrative, and judicial-related proceedings and advises County personnel on recommendations or required courses of action as they relate to the Colorado Children's Code and/or the Department of Human Services.
  • Represents county officials, departments, and boards in litigation/court matters, administrative hearings, and appellate courts in a wide variety of frequent and substantive legal issues concerning the Colorado Children's Code and/or Human Services issues as needed.
  • Provides advice and counsel to county officials, departments, and boards regarding statutory and constitutional duties and policy matters as they relate to the Department of Human Services.
  • Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts, agreements and memorandums of understanding, intergovernmental agreements, and other documents to ensure procedural sufficiency.
  • Reviews, researches, and drafts resolutions, county policies, county ordinances, and legal opinions for elected officials, departments, and boards as they concern the Department of Human Services, as assigned.
  • Coordinates and monitors the work of attorneys on contract with the county involving litigation and general representation of the Department of Human Services assigned.
  • Monitors changes in statutory, case law, and constitutional duties of the Department of Human Services.
  • Prioritizes and determines the specific projects and work activities to be performed and works independently through the completion of the project.
  • Refers matters of county policy, need for additional resources, and questions regarding program objectives to the County Attorney.
  • Helps establish department goals and plans, scheduling, and work standards in achieving goals.
  • Guides and directs office projects making economical use of available resources; maintains effective coordination of the project through completion and reviews employees' work for effectiveness in meeting goals, standards, and schedules.
  • Reports delays and problems promptly and takes appropriate actions to maintain effective coordination of the activity.
  • Communicates project goals to staff through actions of spoken and written words.
  • Interacts effectively with individuals and groups at all levels; keeps all interested and involved parties informed of the matters requiring their attention.
  • Attends meetings with staff, courtroom personnel, and Judges/Magistrates as needed.
  • Provides courtroom coverage for other attorneys as needed.
  • Performs intermediate legal work acting as an attorney representing the Department of Human Services (DHS) in matters concerning Dependency and Neglect, Delinquency, Truancy, Family First Prevention Services Act, and other matters related to DHS child protection services.
  • Represents the State of Colorado or Department of Human Services in court proceedings, including jury trials, court trials, court hearings, and/or administrative hearings and court and administrative appeals.
  • Meets with caseworkers, legal technicians, and supervisors to prepare cases for trial and appeal and develop legal framework for recommended court actions and stipulations.
  • Provides advice and training to the DHS Director and supervisors regarding federal and state laws related to DHS responsibilities including Dependency and Neglect matters.
  • Advises department employees regarding case preparation, court testimony, and legal issues related to court proceedings.
  • Plans, organizes, directs, and supervises the work of social workers and other witnesses, paralegals, and technical support personnel.
  • Prepares pleadings and other legal documents for court filing.
  • Advises the County Attorney in matters related to DHS court actions.
  • Acts as liaison between the Department of Human Services and other attorneys and agencies.
  • Maintains knowledge of Colorado statutes and court rules including juvenile and appellate rules, rules of evidence and rules of ethics.
  • Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for the performance of the job.
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ACA III - HS:
  • Represents the County in frequently recurring complex administrative, and judicial proceedings and advises County personnel on recommendations or required courses of action as they relate to the Colorado Children's Code and/or the Department of Human Services.
  • Represents county officials, departments, and boards in litigation/court matters, administrative hearings, and appellate courts in a wide variety of frequent and substantive legal issues as they relate to the Colorado Children's Code and/or Department of Human Services as needed.
  • Provides advice and counsel to county officials, departments, and boards regarding statutory and constitutional duties and policy matters as they relate to the Department of Human Services.
  • Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts, agreements and memorandums of understanding, intergovernmental agreements, and other documents to ensure procedural sufficiency.
  • Reviews, researches, and drafts resolutions, county policies, county ordinances, and legal opinions for elected officials, departments, and boards as they relate to the Department of Human Services as assigned.
  • Coordinates and monitors the work of attorneys on contract with the county involving litigation and general representation of the Department of Human Services.
  • Monitors changes in statutory, case law, and constitutional duties of the Department of Human Services.
  • Prioritizes and determines the specific projects and work activities to be performed and works independently through the completion of the project.
  • Refers matters of county policy, need for additional resources, and questions regarding program objectives to the County Attorney.
  • Manages office personnel to make the best use of the skills and capabilities of employees.
  • Recommends selection of employees and assists in the performance evaluation process by establishing work standards and expectations for each position.
  • Helps establish department goals and plans, scheduling, and work standards in achieving goals.
  • Guides and directs office projects making economical use of available resources; maintains effective coordination of the project through completion and reviews employees' work for effectiveness in meeting goals, standards, and schedules.
  • Reports delays and problems promptly and takes appropriate actions to maintain effective coordination of the activity.
  • Communicates project goals to staff through actions and spoken and written words.
  • Interacts effectively with individuals and groups at all levels; keeps all interested and involved parties informed of the matters requiring their attention.
  • Attends meetings with staff, courtroom personnel, and Judges/Magistrates as needed.
  • Provides courtroom coverage for other attorney's as needed.
  • Performs advanced legal work acting as an attorney representing the Department of Human Services (DHS) in matters concerning Dependency and Neglect, Delinquency, Truancy, Family First Prevention Services Act and other matters related to DHS child protection services.
  • Represents the State of Colorado or Department of Human Services in court proceedings, including jury trials, court trials, court hearings and/or administrative hearings and court and administrative appeals.
  • Meets with caseworkers, legal technicians and supervisors to prepare cases for trial and appeal and develop legal framework for recommended court actions and stipulations.
  • Provides advice and training to DHS Director and supervisors regarding federal and state laws related to DHS responsibilities including Dependency and Neglect matters.
  • Advises department employees regarding case preparation, court testimony and legal issues related to court proceedings.
  • Plans, organizes, direct

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