MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited law school. Must be a member, in good standing, of the Colorado Bar.
Experience: Experience with negotiations, trials, and appeals of municipal ordinance violations, helpful but not required.
Knowledge: Knowledge of the basic principles of law, the ability to conduct legal research, and write briefs. Thorough knowledge of the Colorado Revised Statutes, as pertinent to city government, Rules of Evidence, the Aurora Municipal Code, local court rules and Colorado Municipal Court Rules of Procedure. Utilizes knowledge and abilities obtained through law school education and municipal, governmental or private experience to conduct research, draft legal documents and prosecute cases. Utilizes knowledge of municipal procedures, organizational frameworks, administrative policies, trial procedure, etc., to carry out assigned duties.
Abilities: Ability to effectively prosecute violators of municipal ordinances. Demonstrated knowledge of human behavior, and ability to effectively counsel, train, interview, and imbue others with an opinion or understanding of a concept. Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with City employees, officials and the general public.
Skills: Substantial skill in pleadings practice; skilled in legal research, strong interpersonal skills; motivation, ability and perseverance for daily courtroom/litigation duties; teamwork; professionalism; positive attitude.
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High energy, positive “can do” attitude with a high level of accountability for driving results
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Strong focus on customer needs and approachability
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Undisputed integrity and trust
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Excellent problem solving, negotiating and communication skills
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Ability to effectively deal with change and ambiguity
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Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively build relationships and manage conflict
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High learning agility, driven to continuously develop existing and new skills
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Ability to work effectively within and to contribute to a team approach to providing legal services
Licenses, Certificates, and/or Equipment Required: Must be a member, in good standing, of the Colorado Bar Association, or must have recently taken the Colorado Bar Exam pending results.