The Position
The County Attorney serves as Jefferson County’s chief legal officer and principal legal advisor and reports directly to the Board of County Commissioners. The County Attorney provides strategic legal counsel to the Board of County Commissioners, elected and appointed officials, and County leadership. As a key member of the County’s executive leadership, the County Attorney plays an important role in navigating complex legal and organizational issues and supporting effective governance.
The County Attorney leads the County Attorney’s Office and oversees the delivery of comprehensive legal services across the organization. The position anticipates legal and organizational challenges, protects and vigorously represents the County’s interests, and helps leaders identify legally sound and practical paths to advance County priorities. Success in this role requires balancing legal risk, operational needs, public accountability, and effective governance while leading a responsive, collaborative, and high-performing legal organization.
Compensation and Benefits
The expected hiring range is $270,000 – $295,000, depending on qualifications, accompanied by a comprehensive executive benefits package.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a car allowance; HSA and FSA options; life and AD&D insurance; disability insurance; retirement savings plans; executive paid time off; paid holidays; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Jefferson County also provides a 401(a) retirement plan administered by the Colorado Retirement Association (CRA).
For additional information about Jefferson County’s employee benefits, visit Employment Benefits and Total Rewards.
Residency within Jefferson County following employment is strongly encouraged, with relocation assistance available in connection with establishing County residency.
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted electronically by Raftelis at raftelis.com. Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. The position will be open until filled with a first review of applications beginning November 17. Interviews will be held in January.
