Juvenile Justice Section Chief (Hybrid)

DC Government; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

The DC Government Office of the Attorney General seeks a Section Chief for the Juvenile Specialty Courts and Truancy Section within the Public Safety Division. The role oversees up to two line attorneys and 11 non-attorneys, guiding juvenile delinquency and truancy litigation and program management.

Essential qualifications include a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited school, strong leadership, and admission to the DC Bar or the ability to waive in within 360 days.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA-accredited law school.
• Prior managerial experience is preferred.
• Active DC Bar in good standing or ability to waive in within 360 days.

Responsibilities

• Oversee direct supervision of up to two line attorneys and 11 non-attorneys.
• Manage all aspects of juvenile delinquency/criminal practice and truancy initiatives.
• Establish policies and priorities for litigation within the Section's purview.
• Provide guidance and supervision to attorneys in investigations, charging, and litigation.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Legal supervision

Written communication

Court litigation understanding

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

The DC Government Office of the Attorney General seeks a Section Chief for the Juvenile Specialty Courts and Truancy Section within the Public Safety Division. The role oversees up to two line attorneys and 11 non-attorneys, guiding juvenile delinquency and truancy litigation and program management.

Essential qualifications include a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited school, strong leadership, and admission to the DC Bar or the ability to waive in within 360 days.