Public Child Services Attorney: Impact Lives

City of Bloomington, Indiana; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Education reimbursement

Free parking

Job summary

The State of Indiana - Department of Child Services seeks a Child Services Attorney to provide legal advice and services across juvenile law related to Child Welfare, Child Support and personnel issues.

You will represent the agency in court and administrative matters, including CHINS, TPR, and adoptions, working with Family Case Managers to prepare for hearings. The role offers immediate trial experience and a Monday–Friday schedule, 37.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research, writing, and litigation skills.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to apply relevant statutes, case law, and rules.

Responsibilities

• Advises Department of Child Services staff on program and legal matters.
• Litigates CHINS, TPR, adoptions and other child welfare actions in state courts.
• Drafts and reviews legal documents, pleadings, and administrative rules.
• Serves as liaison to the Attorney General on litigation and tort claims matters.
• Provides general legal support for the Office of General Counsel and conducts trainings for staff.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation

Education

Doctorate of Jurisprudence

Job description

The State of Indiana - Department of Child Services seeks a Child Services Attorney to provide legal advice and services across juvenile law related to Child Welfare, Child Support and personnel issues.

You will represent the agency in court and administrative matters, including CHINS, TPR, and adoptions, working with Family Case Managers to prepare for hearings. The role offers immediate trial experience and a Monday–Friday schedule, 37.5 hours per week.