Missouri Department of Social Services/
Division of Legal Services

Statewide Opportunities Available in Missouri
               (Jefferson City Opportunity)
 
The Division of Legal Services is looking for a Chief of Special Counsel to join our team in the Division Director Unit, located in Cole County.

The position is being advertised stateside. All are encouraged to apply as locations may continue to become available.



Job Number: 01-260212-04:  Chief of Special Counsel


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


The Department of Social Services (DSS) partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth and move
families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy, and productive lives. DLS supports the legal needs of the Department, and attorneys within the division enjoy a diverse practice within multiple areas of the law, including state rulemaking, and federal regulatory interpretation, compliance, and advocacy.

As Chief of Special Counsel, you will work directly with the Division Director and Deputy Division Director on special assignments, including a host of legal services, involving the department, and often collaborating across divisions to give consistent and sound legal advice allowing them to operate their programs within the parameters of federal and state laws and regulations. Work will include directly managing three Deputy Chiefs of Special Counsel. You will oversee the work of the
Deputy Chiefs in the management of special counsel duties to include but not limited to advising the divisions, assisting with drafting and reviewing divisional policy and state regulations, legal documents and opinions, contracts and Memorandums of Understanding. You will provide consultative support to the Missouri Attorney General (AGO) Litigation Unit where DSS is named as defendant, and actively participate in and/or present at departmental and divisional meetings, cross-divisional
meetings, and cross-departmental meetings. In addition, you will be expected to assist in executive leadership strategic planning for the Division of Legal Services, to include development of a multi-year roadmap, messaging and implementation.
You must be well-organized, able to perform case analyses, spot issues, and be proficient with time management. 



Interested Parties/How to Apply:     
Please apply at the State of Missouri's website at Mo Careers.
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Job Posting Number: 44100 8889025 2.10.26