Assistant Attorney General - Consumer Fraud Unit (Term-Limited)
Assistant Attorney General - Consumer Fraud Unit (Term-Limited)
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This position is not subject to the Hiring Freeze as outlined in Executive Order D.
Find a rewarding career making a difference: Join the Office of the Attorney General!
The Consumer Fraud Unit is seeking an enthusiastic attorney to support the work of the Consumer Fraud Unit in tackling the issue of fraudulent business filings i.e. businesses created or modified using false or unauthorized this role youll be responsible for investigating fraudulent entity complaints (primarily those submitted to the Colorado Secretary of State) and interfacing with consumers and the Secretary of States Office about those complaints. While your primary responsibility will be managing our fraud filing complaint investigations and processes you will also have the opportunity to work on other Consumer Fraud matters to the extent time permits. From large multistate investigations into international corporations to fly-by-night fraudsters targeting vulnerable populations the Consumer Fraud Unit works hard to protect Coloradans against all manner of deceptive fraudulent and other unfair business practices. This is a great position for an attorney who wants to be part of a team dedicated to protecting Colorado consumers and businesses.
Applications for this position will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews may be conducted prior to the job closing. We encourage you submit your application early if 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 JobWHAT YOU WILL DO
The Assistant Attorney General in the Consumer Fraud Unit is expected to handle a caseload and to be our primary point of contact on investigations enforcement and processes relating to fraudulent business filings. This attorney will among other things liaise with the Secretary of State regarding fraudulent entity complaints submitted to that office and referred to the Attorney General manage our investigations into these complaints according to the process established in C.R.S.and communicate with consumers and businesses affected by fraudulent business addition to managing our fraud filing complaint investigations you will also be responsible for other investigations and enforcement relating to fraudulent entity filings in the State of Colorado. If bandwidth permits you may also be assigned a variety of other matters handled by Consumer Fraud and would be responsible for creating and executing investigation plans analyzing potential violations of consumer protection laws negotiating settlements and litigating cases in both state and federal court. You will also oversee the work of paralegals investigators and other administrative personnel partnering on your cases.
The attorney that fills this term-limited role willreceive full benefitsand be a full and valued member of the Consumer Fraud team. The unit seeks self-driven and motivated individuals who enjoy collaborating with their 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 ofLaw 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 $88197 -$96554/annually.
Attorneys with more than 3 years of experience practicing as an attorney will be hired as an Assistant Attorney General II (AAG II). The AAG II salary range is $102099 - $136.558/annually.
Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Consumer Fraud Unit is seeking an attorney with a strong interest or background in consumer protection. Although the Consumer Fraud Unit seeks self-driven and motivated applicants the individuals who will succeed in the position are team players and enjoy collaborating with their colleagues to achieve the best results for Colorado consumers.
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 website.
Ideal candidates will have a combination of the following skills and attributes:- Excellent analytical skills and the ability to work on complex issues
- Strong research and writing skills and a keen attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully track multiple projects
- Ability to creatively solve problems and identify opportunities for greater efficiencies
- Experience in negotiating settlements and working with opposing counsel
- Ability to work and communicate with a variety of different stakeholders
- Complex litigation experience in both federal and state court and the ability to effectively handle all aspects of litigation
- Experience in government investigations
- Ability to resiliently handle stress and demonstrated flexibility with changing circumstances
- An effective and responsive communicator with high emotional intelligence
- Ability to manage a heavy volume of process-oriented tasks
- Capable of independently managing a full workload
- Goal-oriented and a self-starter who is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
- Passionate and enthusiastic about consumer protection and working on behalf of Colorado consumers
- Commitment to public service and diversity equity and inclusion
Conditions of Employment:- Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.
- 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 E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
This position is non-classified 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 employer-paid life insurance paid holidays retirement plans with Colorado 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 120on-time payments while employed full-time in public service if they have certain kinds offederal loans in a qualifying repayment plan
- Free access to a recently renovated on-site fitness center
- Excellent work-life programs such as flexible work schedules professional development opportunities and an employee discount program
- Employer-paid mental health and counseling services through Colorado State Employee Assistance Program
- Employer-paid annual attorney registrationdues
- Employer-provided 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 position and 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.
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 pre-employment 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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