Deputy District Attorney - Regional Auto Theft (DDA III or IV)

The District Attorney’s Office for the 8th Judicial District is looking for a Deputy District Attorney and Investigator to take the lead on prosecuting motor vehicle theft cases and other major crimes involving stolen vehicles.

This role focuses specifically on auto theft crimes. You will work closely with law enforcement, victims, and other prosecutors to handle cases from start to finish. The ideal candidate should understand criminal law, especially property crimes, and be committed to keeping the community safe.

Although based in the 8th Judicial District, you will also collaborate with District Attorneys in the 13th, 14th, and 19th Judicial Districts, covering multiple counties in Colorado. Travel will be required as you manage cases through investigation, trial, and sentencing.

This is a grant-funded position through the Colorado District Attorney’s Council, and part of your work will include training law enforcement and other prosecutors on auto theft laws. You’ll also stay updated on any changes in the law that affect auto theft cases.

Specifically, this position:

• Reviews felony case materials, analyzing evidence and witness statements to decide if prosecution is warranted.
• Conducts thorough legal research and develops recommendations to improve office policies and procedures.
• Oversees felony criminal proceedings, including scheduling, plea negotiations, motions, sentencings, and probation revocation hearings.
• Acts as lead prosecutor in both jury and bench trials.

• Rotate between the Juvenile, District Court, and Special Victims Unit (SVU).
• Bring extensive prosecution experience, particularly with felony-level matters.
• Exercise advanced legal skills and sound independent judgment in handling cases.
• Demonstrate significant experience in managing felony cases from investigation through trial.

Depending on qualifications, this position could hire as Deputy District Attorney III or IV.

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required for a Deputy District Attorney III will be eliminated from the process.  

Deputy District Attorney III 

• Deputy District Attorney III positions are generally filled by advancement of a Deputy District Attorney II or similarly qualified candidate.
• Equivalent to a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school required.
• Current license to practice law in Colorado, or obtain it within two (2) months of hire required.

• Deputy District Attorney IV positions are generally filled by the advancement of a Deputy District Attorney III or similarly qualified candidate.
• Equivalent to a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school required.
• Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Colorado.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.

• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account

• Short and Long Term Disability.

• Employee Assistance Program

• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment 

• Accident Insurance

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.

• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.

• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays. 

This is a new grant-funded position through June 2025.

You can’t be considered unless you apply!  Underrepresented individuals may be less likely to apply for a job unless they believe they meet all requirements and can perform every job responsibility. We are most interested in finding the best candidate. We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role and apply. 

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment testing. Depending on the position, these checks may include, but are not limited to, reference checks, motor vehicle reports, employment verification, education verification, fingerprinting, criminal history information, physical, and a drug screening. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. Successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.