The Colorado Department of Law is seeking a skilled and motivated Assistant Attorney General to join its Federal Initiatives Unit—a dynamic legal team that plays a vital role in managing and protecting the State’s interests in federal grant and contract matters. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide strategic legal guidance on the stewardship of billions in federal funding, working at the intersection of law, policy, and public service. Attorneys with deep experience in complex federal contracts may be considered for a Senior Assistant Attorney General role, offering further leadership opportunities within this impactful area of legal practice.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

This Assistant Attorney General in the Federal Initiatives Unit will represent the Attorney General and the State of Colorado at large in federal grant and contract matters. This position will focus on advising Colorado state agencies on a wide array of federal grant and contract issues, helping to ensure legal compliance and effective stewardship of federal funds across state programs.

The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative team that supports the Attorney General and state agencies regarding issues specific to the federal government, including federal funding of state programs. 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation, advice, and counsel to the Attorney General and executive state agencies on federal grant and contract issues, including:
• • Grant applications and eligibility requirements
  • Compliance with federal terms and conditions
  • Amendments, suspensions, and terminations of awards
  • Cost principles, matching funds, and reporting obligations
• Interpret and apply statutes, regulations (including the Uniform Guidance), and agency-specific requirements relevant to federal funding.
• Assist in reviewing and negotiating grant agreements and subawards.
• Represent state clients in administrative disputes or enforcement proceedings related to federal funding, as needed.
• Collaborate with state agency staff across state government to identify and mitigate funding-related risks and support successful program delivery.
• Offer training and proactive guidance to DOL and state agency staff on grant management and federal compliance standards.
• Coordinate with other state attorneys general offices regarding federal funding issues. 

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

Salary: $85,795.00 – $146,455.00 Annually

Deadline: 6/25/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Link to full job posting and to formally apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/4958900/assistant-attorney-general-federal-initiatives-grant-and-contract