Missouri Department of Social Services/
Division of Legal Services

Jefferson City, Missouri

The Division of Legal Services has an opening for a Managing Attorney within the Litigation Unit located in the Jefferson City, Missouri area.

This position will manage the provision of legal services in the following circuits: 1, 2, 9, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 25, 26, 37, and 41.

Some travel is required, but mostly consists of local day travel.



Job Number: 01-240418-01:  Managing Attorney - Jeff City


Company Name:  Missouri Department of Social Services - Division of Legal Services


Annual Salary: $92,393.81
Job Posting Number: 4103 88P9115

This position will be located in the Broadway State Office Building; 221 W. High Street, Jefferson City, Missouri

 
Why you’ll love this position:
Are you passionate about public service? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Missouri children and families by providing comprehensive legal counsel and support to the Department of Social Services (DSS) with special focus on permanency including reunification with a parent, guardianship, termination of parental rights/adoption, and other planned permanent living arrangements? At DLS, you’ll enjoy collaborating as part of a diverse team of attorneys located in offices all around the state.


What you’ll do:
As Managing Attorney, you will manage full time staff attorneys, legal assistants, and contract attorneys in the local area who provide legal support and advice to DSS and its divisions including Children’s Division, Family Support Division, and the Division of Youth Services. You and your staff will be responsible for maintaining, prosecuting, and defending a diverse case load including juvenile court, circuit court, and administrative hearing cases. You will work with other DSS team members including investigators, case workers, and court partners to provide resolutions to difficult issues. You must be well-organized, able to perform case analyses, spot issues, and be proficient with time management.


Minimum Qualifications:
A Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution and member of The Missouri Bar. Experience in litigation and a background in juvenile, family, and administrative law are preferred but not required.
Excellent research and writing skills are required.

Pursuant to State Law, this position requires accreditation, licensure, and/or professional license which is only available to holders of specific post-secondary degrees.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck.


Interested Parties/How to Apply:     
Please apply at the State of Missouri's career website:

MoCareers - Missouri Career Opportunities

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