Job Number: 01-241118-03: Attorney-Legal Counsel-KC Metro

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



Full-Time Salaried
Annual Starting Salary Range: $74,974.80 - $90,189.58 (commensurate with experience)

This position is located at the Fletcher Daniels State Building, 615 E 13th Street, 3rd Floor, Kansas City, Missouri.

The Division of Legal Services (DLS) has opportunities for community-based legal practice with a focus on representation within a defined area to promote swift and safe resolution of juvenile court challenges experienced by children, and to facilitate working relationships with juvenile court partners, local law enforcement, services providers, and family support teams.


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 a special focus on permanency including reunification with a parent, guardianship, termination of parental rights/adoption, and another planned permanent living arrangement? At DLS, you’ll enjoy collaborating as part of a diverse team of attorneys located in offices around the state. If you want to make a difference, apply today and join DLS in our mission to empower Missourians to live safe, healthy, and productive lives.


Minimum Qualifications:
A juris doctor from an accredited institution and membership in 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. 




Interested Parties/How to Apply:     

Please apply at the State of Missouri's career website:

https://mocareers.mo.gov/hiretrue/ce3/job-board/5effe9b2-4b89-494b-ac76-c45e25190768

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