Child Support Attorney I/II/III/IV

oklahomadepartmentofhumanservices; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 67,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full state employee benefits

Job summary

Oklahoma Department of Human Services in Tulsa seeks a Child Support Attorney I–IV focused on juvenile matters and child support hearings. The role requires appearances in the Juvenile Division and preparation of pleadings for district and administrative courts.

Levels I–IV differ by education and experience: JD, Oklahoma license, and OK Bar membership are required at all levels, with increasing years of legal/adjudicative experience. Occasional travel and valid driver’s license are expected.

Qualifications

• Level I requires JD, Oklahoma license, and Oklahoma Bar membership.
• Level II requires JD, Oklahoma license, Oklahoma Bar membership and two years of legal/adjudicative experience.
• Level III requires JD, Oklahoma license, Oklahoma Bar membership and five years of legal/adjudicative experience.
• Level IV requires JD, Oklahoma license, Oklahoma Bar membership and seven years of legal experience including two years of litigation or agency experience.

Responsibilities

• This position will focus on juvenile matters involving child support-related issues and appearances in Tulsa Juvenile Division.
• Prepare and file pleadings and conduct trials in child support-related hearings in district and administrative courts.
• Consult and negotiate with other attorneys and customers of Oklahoma Child Support Services; interpret laws, regulations, opinions of the court, and policy.
• Train and assist staff with preparation of legal documents and ensure compliance with ethical considerations.

Skills

Legal experience

Litigation

Adjudicative experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Oklahoma Bar Association license

Active Oklahoma Bar Association membership

Two years of legal/adjudicative experience

Five years of legal/adjudicative experience

Seven years of legal/adjudicative experience (incl. two years litigation or agency experience)

Job description

This position is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Child Support Attorney I /II/III/IV

Annual Salary -

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