Hybrid AAG - Child Advocacy & Protection

State of Oregon; Eugene (OR); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work

Travel opportunities

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Justice, Child Advocacy and Protection Division seeks an Assistant Attorney General for a position based in Eugene with hybrid remote options. This role focuses on providing legal advice and litigating on behalf of the DHS Child Welfare Program in juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights cases, including frequent court appearances.

The successful candidate will balance client guidance with courtroom advocacy, collaborate with ODHS and support staff, and

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar.
• Minimum of one-year practical legal experience within the past ten years.
• Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
• Demonstrated oral advocacy proficiency.
• Practical knowledge of the Oregon Rules of Evidence or successful completion of law school Evidence course.
• Willingness and availability to travel, which may include overnight stays—must have valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to independently transport substantial amount of hearing or trial materials to court and client offices.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal advice and litigation services to the Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare Program in all phases of juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights cases.
• Work closely with ODHS regarding child safety and to improve outcomes for children and families in child abuse and neglect cases.
• Balance providing legal advice with frequent court appearances, from short hearings to multi-day complex trials in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with agency-client representatives and internal support staff teams to manage high workload and ensure effective advocacy.

Skills

Oral advocacy

CJIS background

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Evidence knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The Oregon Department of Justice, Child Advocacy and Protection Division seeks an Assistant Attorney General for a position based in Eugene with hybrid remote options. This role focuses on providing legal advice and litigating on behalf of the DHS Child Welfare Program in juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights cases, including frequent court appearances.

The successful candidate will balance client guidance with courtroom advocacy, collaborate with ODHS and support staff, and