Child Support Attorney

Oklahoma Human Services; Tulsa (OK); Vor Ort; USD 67.000 - 86.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Full State Employee Benefits

Zusammenfassung

Oklahoma Department Of Human Services in Tulsa seeks a Child Support Attorney I/II/III/IV to handle juvenile matters and child support hearings. This role features level-based pay scales and requires Oklahoma Bar membership.

Salary ranges from $66,666.67 to $85,714.29 annually plus full state employee benefits. Occasional travel and a valid driver’s license with car insurance are required. Apply via DHS Careers.

Qualifikationen

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and license to practice law in Oklahoma.
• Active membership of the Oklahoma Bar Association.
• Two, five, or seven years of legal/adjudicative experience depending on level (I–IV).
• Experience may include litigation and agency-defined practice areas.

Aufgaben

• Appear in juvenile matters and child support hearings in Tulsa district court.
• Prepare and file pleadings and try child support-related hearings in district and administrative courts.
• Consult and negotiate with other attorneys and customers of Oklahoma Child Support Services; interpret laws and policy.
• Train and assist staff with preparation of legal documents and ensure ethical compliance.

Kenntnisse

Litigation experience

Oral advocacy

Negotiation skills

Child support knowledge

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor degree (JD)

Licensed to practice law in Oklahoma

Active membership of Oklahoma Bar Association

Jobbeschreibung

This position is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Child Support Attorney I /II/III/IV

Annual Salary -Salary level depends on the experience level of the applicant chosen.

Level I (Q80A):$66,666.67 + Full State Employee Benefits

Level II (Q80B):$71,428.57 + Full State Employee Benefits

Level III (Q80C):$76,190.48 + Full State Employee Benefits

Level IV (Q80D):$85,714.29 + Full State Employee Benefits

Job-related travel is OCCASIONAL. Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain required car insurance.

Preferred Minimum Qualifications

Level I -Education and Experience requirements at this level consists of a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, a license to practice law in State of Oklahoma, and membership in Oklahoma Bar Association.

Level II -Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, a license to practice law in State of Oklahoma; an active membership of the Oklahoma Bar Association and two years of legal experience or adjudicative experience.

Level III -Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, a license to practice law in State of Oklahoma, an active membership of the Oklahoma Bar Association, and five years of legal experience or adjudicative experience.

Level IV -Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, a license to practice law in State of Oklahoma, an active membership with the Oklahoma Bar Association, and seven years of legal experience including two years of litigation, or agency-defined experience in the practice of law e.g. tax, or supervisory experience.

Job Responsibilities

• This position will have a focus on juvenile matters involving child support-related issues and will require appearances at the Juvenile Division of the District Court in Tulsa.
• It will also involve preparation and filing of pleadings and trial of cases in child support-related hearings in district and administrative courts.
• Duties will include consultation and negotiation with other attorneys and customers of Oklahoma Child Support Services, and interpretation of laws, regulations, opinions of the court, and policy.
• Position will train and assist staff with the preparation of legal documents and ensure their compliance with ethical considerations.

Preference Statement

Preference may be given to candidates with experience in child support.

If you have questions, please contact [e-mail]

OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.

This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.

Announcement Number:26-KM186

83008166/JR61739