Child Support Attorney I/II/III/IV

Oklahoma Department of Human Services; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 66,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oklahoma Department of Human Services is seeking a Child Support Attorney to assist in legal proceedings related to child support. This role requires daily courthouse appearances and involves significant legal research and preparation of documents. Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor degree and relevant experience, with salary levels varying based on qualifications.

Benefits

Full State Employee Benefits

Qualifications

• License to practice law in Oklahoma, membership in the Oklahoma Bar Association.
• Two years of legal experience for Level II, five years for Level III, seven years for Level IV.

Responsibilities

• Daily in-person appearances at the Oklahoma County courthouse.
• Research filings, prepare pleadings, conduct trials in child support hearings.

Skills

Legal Interpretation

Research

Litigation

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

1 week ago, be among the first 25 applicants.

This position is located in Oklahoma City, 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: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, license to practice law in Oklahoma, membership in the Oklahoma Bar Association.
• Level II: Same as Level I, plus two years of legal or adjudicative experience.
• Level III: Same as Level I, plus five years of legal or adjudicative experience.
• Level IV: Same as Level I, plus seven years of legal experience, including two years of litigation or agency-defined legal practice, or supervisory experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Require daily in-person appearances at the Oklahoma County courthouse to assist judges, private attorneys, and pro se parties with legal interpretation, policy, and court proceedings related to child support.
• Research Oklahoma County domestic filings and dockets, prepare and file pleadings, conduct trials in child support hearings, develop processes for guardianship, adoption, and domestic filings, and attend weekly Pro Se Divorce Clinics to resolve child support issues and prepare related documents.

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: 25-BB087

83002000/JR45063

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