Legal Administrative Assistant - Economic Crimes Unit (ECU)

About the role

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The full pay range for this position is $27.89 - $35.56. We also provide generous benefits for full-time employees, including a guaranteed life-long monthly pension, a 457B Retirement Plan, 132 hours of PTO earned within the first year, 11 paid holidays per year, plus 1 personal holiday, an Education Refund Program (ERP), a Care Bank – 8 weeks of Paid Family Leave, free RTD Eco Passes, and competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within one month of start date.

What We Offer

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 132 hours of PTO earned within first year
• 11 Paid Holidays per year, plus 1 personal holiday
• Education Refund Program (ERP)
• Care Bank – 8 weeks of Paid Family Leave
• Free RTD Eco Pass
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location

You can expect to work on site at the Republic Plaza building located at 370 17th St., Suite 5300 Denver, CO 80202, Monday through Friday from 8:00AM - 5:00PM.

Who We Are

The Mission of the Denver District Attorney's Office is to professionally and completely prosecute crimes and investigate potential crimes on behalf of the people of the State of Colorado, and in doing so, do justice, advocate for victims' rights and advise and consult in the deterrence and prevention of crime. The office employs approximately 120 attorneys and 180 support staff, who are responsible for more than 6,000 felony and 12,000 misdemeanor prosecutions annually. The elected District Attorney is the chief law enforcement officer in the City and County of Denver and is responsible for the prosecution of violations of Colorado State Laws.

What You’ll Do

As a Legal Administrative Assistant, you will provide information to courts, personnel, attorneys, and the public by preparing legal and managing case files. On a day-to-day basis, you will also:

• Legal Document Preparation & Filing: Prepare and draft legal documents including motions, court orders, memorandums, correspondence, and intervention letters
• Review, prepare, and process petitions such as record sealing, expungement, and sex offender registration requests
• Submit filings through the Colorado Courts e-filing system
• Interpret legal documents and explain procedures to complainants and stakeholders
• Case File Management & Tracking: Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and secure handling of sensitive materials
• Track case status, court dates, statutory deadlines, compliance requirements, and outcomes
• Update case records and maintain logs, reports, and program data
• Prepare case summaries and document case positions for attorney review
• Maintain Grand Jury transcripts and exhibits securely and assist the Grand Jury Clerk as needed
• Research & Investigative Support: Conduct legal and factual research using statutes, judicial guidelines, public records, and court databases
• Run criminal histories, obtain court records, and collect supporting documentation
• Research eligibility for petitions and expungements using Colorado statutes and judicial standards
• Conduct background searches, contact collateral agencies, and gather information from public record sources
• Assist investigators—including At-Risk Investigators—with research, interviews, and evidence gathering
• Aid in documentation for Motions to Determine Factual Innocence
• Complaint Intake & Public Interaction: Review complaints and petitions for sufficiency and coordinate with complainants to gather additional information
• Provide daily support through the Fraud Line and other communication channels; resolve consumer issues when possible
• Explain complaint processes and guide individuals in gathering required documentation
• Respond to inquiries from community members, agencies, and law enforcement via phone, email, and mail
• Communicate case decisions to complainants and assist with follow-up actions as directed by the Chief Deputy District Attorney
• Interagency Coordination & Compliance: Report at-risk complaints to Denver DHS Adult Protective Services per statutory requirements and coordinate with law enforcement
• Serve as the District Attorney’s Office representative at interagency meetings and workgroups
• Coordinate interviews, prepare interview memorandums, and collaborate with law enforcement agencies
• Coordinate follow-up communication with complainants and suspects regarding case status and next steps
• Program & Administrative Support: Maintain Denver Bad Check Program records, reporting, and communication with merchants and check writers
• Prepare ECU (Economic Crime Unit) intake statistics, including quarterly and annual reports
• Coordinate investigative and administrative tasks as directed to support office operations

Who We Are

We are looking for someone with some or all of the following skills and experience:

• Attention to detail and thoroughness
• Professional and friendly customer service
• Effective communication
• Knowledge of legal terminology and legal documentation format sufficient to read, interpret, and prepare legal documents
• Ability to prioritize, coordinate, and schedule work to allow for efficient and effective completion of the work assignment
• Experience with Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Required Minimum Qualifications

We realize your time is valuable, so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:

• Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET, or TASC Certificate
• Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of general clerical experience including One (1) year of legal clerical experience preparing legal documents such as: amendments, summonses, discovery orders, citations, motions and pleadings

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until Sunday, July 12th at 11:59PM. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than July 12, 2026 at 11:59PM to ensure consideration.

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Job Profile

CC0271 Legal Administrative Assistant

Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$27.89 - $43.23

Target Pay

Based on education and experience

Agency

District Attorney

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