Colorado is at the forefront of clean energy innovation, and the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) General Counsel Unit plays a central role in shaping this progress. Our attorneys engage with some of the most complex legal issues in renewable energy, utilities, transportation, and public safety, influencing decisions with statewide impact. In this role, you will serve as General Counsel to the Commission, manage a range of litigation matters, and advise on emerging and high visibility initiatives supporting Colorado’s transition to a 100 percent clean-energy future. We’re looking for an attorney who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting and is committed to helping protect Coloradans.

WHO WE ARE

The Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law is the "People's Lawyer." The Attorney General, Phil Weiser, was elected by the people of Colorado and is the State's chief legal representative and serves as legal counsel to all state executive and judicial agencies, departments, boards, and commissions. Our vision for the Department of Law is: "Together, we serve Colorado and its people, advancing the rule of law, protecting our democracy and promoting justice for all." Our core values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, drive our actions and demonstrate our focus on being principled public servants who are innovative and better together. Learn more about the Colorado Attorney General’s Office here.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The State Services Section is seeking an attorney to join the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) team. Colorado is recognized as a national leader in the implementation of pioneering renewable energy technology, and the Colorado PUC is at the forefront of these efforts. The Unit counsels the Commissioners of the Public Utilities Commission regarding highly complex legal issues in the areas of transportation, rail safety, telecommunications, gas, electric, steam, gas pipeline safety, and water utility issues, including implementation of some of the nation’s most cutting-edge renewable energy matters. The PUC Unit is responsible for reviewing testimony and evidence in evidentiary hearings before the PUC; conducting cross-examination of witnesses on behalf of the Commissioners and advisors; reviewing and analyzing written pleadings, motions, and petitions in matters before the PUC; analyzing and drafting proposed rules; and drafting Commission orders. 

The Unit closely works with Commissioners’ technical advisors and provides general counsel to PUC. The Unit handles all litigation of the PUC in appeals of its orders to state and federal district and appellate courts, as well as matters of PUC interest at the Federal Communications Commission and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

PUC Unit attorneys conduct legal research and provide legal advice on either an ad hoc basis or through the preparation of formal and informal legal briefs. The successful candidate will interact and communicate with a wide variety of personnel, including Commissioners, engineers, financial advisors, economists, administrative staff and outside attorneys.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

In our ideal candidates, we are interested in seeing most of the following skills and attributes: 

• Have some experience in utilities law, energy law and/or administrative law.
• Have a demonstrated ability to effectively prepare and provide advice regarding technically complex matters for administrative or judicial hearings.
• Be able to work effectively with a team or independently, exercise sound judgment, and provide high level legal services to a sophisticated client
• Be highly motivated and eager to learn
• Welcome the opportunity to be mentored from more senior attorneys in the Unit 
• Have excellent research, writing, and interpersonal communication skills

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. 

This recruitment may be used to fill more than one Assistant Attorney General position within the State Services Section.

Salary: $88,197.00 – $136,558.00 Annually

Deadline: 4/30/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Link to full job posting and to formally apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/5301724/assistant-attorney-general-state-services-puc