Assistant Attorney General - False Claims Unit
Assistant Attorney General - False Claims Unit
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Find a rewarding career making a difference: Join the Office of the Attorney General!
The Colorado Department of Law Consumer Protection Section is recruiting for an Assistant Attorney General to join the False Claims Unit and help develop and implement Colorados new False Claims Act. This position provides an exciting opportunity for an attorney to help shape a new area of civil enforcement on behalf of the Attorney General. The Office of the Attorney General offers the opportunity to be involved in challenging interesting and meaningful work in a collaborative environment supported by leadership committed to effective and innovative legal work.
Application will be reviewed and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Interested parties are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
WHO WE ARE
The Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law is the Peoples Lawyer. The Attorney General Phil Weiser was elected by the people of Colorado and is the States 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: of JobThis position in the False Claims Unit presents a truly unique opportunity to shape the future of the law and build Colorados defenses against corporate taxpayer fraud. This Unit is charged with the implementation of the new Colorado False Claims Act which supports civil enforcement and financial recovery through both independent investigations and management of whistleblower qui tam litigation. The False Claims Act encompasses all varieties of government spending and collections ranging from educational grants to mineral royalties. The False Claims Unit uses this widespread authority as well as investigative tools like civil investigative demands subpoenas and depositions to uncover and address corporate fraud against the State. The Unit works closely with the state agency counsel city attorneys and Plaintiffs bar to promote the False Claims Act as a fraud deterrent and effective method of financial recovery.
This position will exercise their knowledge and discretion to enforce this new law in a manner that will set constructive legal precedent and preserve the integrity of the State. This position will require an experienced litigator with a strategic mindset to support this developing practice.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
As an Assistant Attorney General in the Consumer Protection Section False Claims Unit you will have the opportunity to:
- Advise agency counsel regarding the False Claims Act (FCA) throughout the Department of Law as well as municipal entities and their counsel.
- Independently manage a caseload of investigations and active litigation in state and federal court.
- Work with investigators in the Department of Law and other state agencies to evaluate complaints and claims.
- Draft civil investigative demands issue subpoenas and otherwise pursue the lawful collection of evidence to determine the validity and likelihood of proving claims.
- Make timely determinations of whether to intervene or file motions to dismiss in private cases served on the Department of Law.
- Evaluate the evidence to determine whether action is warranted and if so whether and on what terms to settle or resolve the claim prejudgement.
- Evaluate and make recommendations on the rule making authority granted to the Attorney General pursuant to the FCA.
- Work with other members of the Department of Law and other State agencies to create awareness of the FCA and to assist in developing contractual terms to enable FCA enforcement for nonperformance.
- Participate as a team player who enjoys collaborating with colleagues to achieve the best results for Colorado consumers.
This recruitment may be used to fill more than one Assistant Attorney General position in the Consumer Protection Section.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 candidates qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Attorneys with less than 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General I (AAG I). The salary range for an AAG I is $85795$95437/annually.
Attorneys with more than 3 years of experience practicing as an attorney may be hired as an Assistant Attorney General II (AAG II). The AAG II salary range is $99318$132901/annually.
Salary will be paid on a biweekly basis.
Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Qualified applicants must be admitted to the Colorado Bar or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and be in good standing at the time of application. 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 CourtOffice of Attorney Regulation Counsel.The ideal candidate will also have many of the following attributes and experiences:
- Litigation experience including with investigations discovery and depositions; and courtroom experience (trial or oral argument) and understanding of the Rules of Evidence and Civil Procedure and Rules of Professional Conduct.
- Experience with the federal or other states False Claims Act and/or knowledge of the Colorado False Claims Act.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines jumpstart investigations analyze evidence and exercise excellent judgement to make recommendations and determinations whether to bring or intervene in actions under the Colorado False Claims Act.
- Strong skills in oral and written advocacy negotiation and dispute resolution and communication.
- Experience working collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated desire to serve the public.
Candidates demonstrating expertise in false claims laws and practice at the time of application may be considered for appointment as a Senior Assistant Attorney General (AAG). In order to be appointed as Senior AAG candidates must demonstrate a minimum of ten years of experience with federal or other states False Claims Act and/or knowledge of the Colorado False Claims Act. Salary range for Senior AAG is $109498$146454 annually commensurate with the successful candidates qualifications.
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.Conditions of Employment:
- Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.
- This position offers flexible work arrangements.
- 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.
- Colorado Department of Law participates in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
This position is nonclassified and is not subject to appeal rights.Supplemental Information
WHY WORK FOR US
In addition to the comprehensive State of Colorado benefits package including competitive medical and dental health plans employerpaid life insurance paid holidays retirement plans withColorado PERA and vacation and sick leave earned each month there are many other unique benefits that we offer including:
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- Public Service Loan Forgiveness:As a state government employee you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. A borrower may qualify for forgiveness by making 120ontime payments while employed fulltime in public service if they have certain kinds offederal loans in a qualifying repayment plan
- Free access to a recently renovated onsite fitness center
- Excellent worklife programs such as flexible work schedules professional development opportunities and an employee discount program
- Employerpaid mental health and counseling services through Colorado State Employee Assistance Program
- Employerpaid annual attorney registrationdues
- Employerprovided access to professional development training and CLE through PLI Department of Law University and other entities.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must establish an account with 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 their interest in the positionand their relevant experience; 2 a resume; 3 a writing sample and 4 three professional references. Use the Attachments feature of the online application to add documents.Applicant may redact information that identifies their age date of birth or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
ADAAA Requests
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 preemployment 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 atEmployment Type
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