Social Services Attorney

Oswego-County; Village of Mexico (NY); In loco; USD 90.000 - 121.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

HRA

NYS retirement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Descrizione del lavoro

The Oswego County Department of Social Services is seeking Social Services Attorneys. These professional positions handle legal matters and counsel the Department, representing it in Family Court and advising on a range of social services programs.

Qualifications include graduation from an ABA-accredited law school and NYS Bar admission. Starting salary ranges from $89,839 to $121,001 with negotiable terms based on experience.

Competenze

• Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
• Admission to the NYS Bar.
• Preference for experience in social services law or related field.

Mansioni

• Represent the Department in Family Court appearances and trials.
• Prepare staff to testify and review legal documents and actions.
• Provide legal advice on Child Welfare, Adult Protective Services, Medicaid, and TANF/Child Support matters.

Conoscenze

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Client counseling

Formazione

ABA-accredited law school

Descrizione del lavoro

The Oswego County Department of Social Services is seeking Social Services Attorneys. Full- time and Part-time positions are available. These professional positions are responsible for the handling of legal matters and providing counsel to the Oswego County Department of Social Services. In accordance with agency policies and procedures, as well as New York State Laws, rules and regulations, the incumbent will work with the Department's legal team to represent the Department at all Family Court appearances & trials, prepare Department staff to give testimony, prepare and review legal documents and actions, and provide legal advice in connection with various social services programs including all aspects of Child Welfare, Adult Protective Services, Medicaid, Temporary Assistance and Child Support Establishment/Enforcement.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school and admission to the NYS Bar.
• Preference may be given to those with experience in the practice of social services law, or closely related field.

Special Requirement:

• NYS license to practice law.
• Current registration with the NYS Office of Court Administration at time of appointment.

Starting Salary: $89,839 - $121,001. Salary negotiable to be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Oswego County offers a competitive benefit package including health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, County funded HRA, and NYS retirement.
• Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

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