First Assistant Attorney General Technology and Privacy Protection

First Assistant Attorney General (Technology and Privacy Protection) Details Section:
Consumer Protection
Position Number:
LAA 09815
Salary Range:
$139,751.00 - $186,000.00 Yearly
Apply By:
Thursday, October 24, 2024, 12:
00 am
FLSA:
Exempt
Work Unit:
Technology and Privacy Protection
Job Location:
1300 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203
Release Date:
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Position Type:
Non-Classified
Find a rewarding career making a difference:
Join the Office of the Attorney General!
The Colorado Department of Law, Consumer Protection Section, is seeking a First Assistant Attorney General to lead the new Technology and Privacy Protection Unit.
This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney seeking a leadership position to build the team that develops and implements the Office of the Attorney General's regulatory and enforcement priorities in areas of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and data protection.
Our strategies are designed to protect Colorado consumers and businesses by upholding Colorado and Federal laws.
If you are a leader with a passion for public service, apply today!
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Technology and Privacy Protection Unit within the Consumer Protection Section is responsible for ensuring consumers are protected while innovation is fostered in Colorado.
It has primary regulatory and enforcement authority of the Colorado Privacy Act and the new Anti-Discrimination in Artificial Intelligence Law, among others.
It works closely with other Units in the Consumer Protection section to bring cases to protect Colorado consumers and businesses.
The First Attorney General will work with and manage a multi-disciplinary team tasked with handling data privacy and consumer protection investigations and cases as well as issuing rules addressing emerging technologies.
The First will be involved in investigations and legal actions relating to consumer protection, artificial intelligence, and data privacy with other States' Attorneys General offices and other Colorado law enforcement offices and agencies.
The First will also be responsible for analyzing legislative bills, rules, and regulations; be involved in educational efforts involving consumer protection and emerging technologies; and will work closely with investigative staff and administrators of consumer programs, such as complaint intake staff.
The First facilitates the work and operations of the Unit, promoting collaboration, engagement, integrity, and exceptional legal service.
The First assigns and oversees cases, coordinates workflow, and is expected to handle a caseload of complex or high-profile cases.
The First reports to senior management on legal, operational, and personnel matters, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective, and efficient legal work while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.
As a frontline leader, the First is responsible for making hiring and staffing recommendations, employee performance management activities, and coaching and evaluating the attorneys and paralegals in the unit.
Additional management responsibilities include assisting the Deputy Attorney General with personnel, budget, and various administrative duties affecting the work of the Unit and the Department of Law.
The First will develop a supportive and inclusive culture in line with the vision and values of the Department of Law and foster collaboration, teamwork, and professional development for the members of the 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.
Salary will be paid on a biweekly basis.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The First Assistant Attorney General is part of the Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law leadership team.
As such, the strongest candidates will demonstrate excellence in the following competencies:

Communication & Listening - Inspires confidence through active listening and effective communication with clients, leadership, colleagues, and staff.
Flexible & Adaptable Management - Accepts, adapts, and contributes positively to change; leads with new concepts and ideas; and encourages others to be equally adaptive and flexible.
Coaching & Developing People - Invests in our talent through coaching and sponsorship and by pushing individuals outside of their comfort zones to grow as professionals.
Creative & Strategic Problem Solving - Takes a result-oriented, open-minded, and innovative approach to overcoming challenges and dealing with crises.
Enterprise & Growth Mindset - Balances the goals of clients, leadership, colleagues, and staff with the broader interest of the enterprise.
Client Service, Interpersonal Skills, and Emotional Intelligence - Demonstrates and models self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and sensitivity in working with clients, colleagues, and staff.
Applicants for the First Assistant Attorney General - Technology and Privacy Protection Unit position 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.
While we know that no candidate is perfect, given the high-level and supervisory nature of this role, our ideal candidates will have most, if not all, of the following:

At least 5 years experience as a lawyer with substantial depth in data privacy, emerging technologies, and consumer protection issues;
Demonstrated competency in litigating complex cases;
Prior management or supervisory experience leading a diverse workforce and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a leader;
Outstanding writing, analytical, and communication skills;
Ability to work collaboratively with a variety and diversity of personalities;
Ability to lead with empathy and be a big-picture problem solver;
Commitment to serving the public interest and/or have prior public sector or public service experience;
Demonstrated ability to build new programs or develop new workstreams/processes.
Conditions of Employment
Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.
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.
The Office of the Attorney General offers challenging, interesting, and meaningful work.
We are an equal opportunity employer and believe that a diverse workforce adds quality and perspective to the services we provide to the public.
Candidates with diverse qualities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Please view the full job announcement for more information, including information about compensation and benefits, and to apply online.
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