Assistant Attorney General – Construction Claims and Contract Dispute Litigation Specialist

Details

Section:
Civil Litigation and Employment Law
Position Number:
LAA-9126
Salary Range:
$88,197.00 - $136,558.00 Yearly
Apply By:
Friday, August 8, 2025, 11:59 pm
FLSA:
Exempt
Work Unit:
Transportation
Job Location:
1300 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
Release Date:
Friday, July 25, 2025
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Position Type:
Non-Classified

Find a rewarding career making a difference: Join the Office of the Attorney General!

Are you a seasoned litigator with a passion for impactful work? Do you thrive in the high-stakes world of construction claims and contract disputes? If so, the Colorado Department of Law wants you on our team! We’re seeking an exceptional attorney to join our litigation group in support of the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), a large and influential state agency.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As an Assistant Attorney General in our Transportation Unit, you’ll engage in complex construction claims and contract litigation. You’ll handle a wide range of disputes ranging in value up to the millions, advise on public infrastructure development, and shape legal strategies that affect communities across the state.

You will:

  • Represent CDOT in high-impact construction claims and contract litigation
  • Navigate condemnation and inverse condemnation claims
  • Handle procurement and administrative hearings
  • Engage in arbitrations, mediations, and settlement negotiations
  • Draft and negotiate key infrastructure contracts, including P3s
  • Provide strategic counsel on legal risk, rulemaking, and legislation

This recruitment may be used to fill more than one Assistant Attorney General position in the Transportation Unit.

 

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 candidate’s 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). Effective July 1, 2025, the salary range for an AAG I is $88,197-$117,964/annually.

Attorneys with more than 3 years of experience practicing as an attorney may be hired as an Assistant Attorney General II (AAG II). Effective July 1, 2025, the AAG II salary range is $102,099 – $136,558/annually.

Salary will be paid on a biweekly basis.

 

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

At a minimum, 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 Court  Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel.

Further, we are seeking applicants that have most of the following attributes:

  • Brings at least 5 years of robust litigation experience
  • Has a strong background in construction claims and contract law
  • Is a sharp strategist and persuasive advocate
  • Communicates with clarity and confidence
  • Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment

THIS POSITION REQUIRES AT LEAST ONE WRITING SAMPLE. PLEASE REVIEW THE “HOW TO APPLY” SECTION OF THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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.
  • 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 visit the Colorado Supreme Court’s Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel website.
  • This position offers flexible work arrangements. Please note that flexible work arrangements may change based on business needs.
  • Occasional travel, including overnight travel, may be required.
  • 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.

Please view the full job announcement for more information, including information about compensation and benefits, and to apply online.