STAFF ATTORNEY, DCYF

The State of New Hampshire; Claremont (NH); Vor Ort; USD 73.000 - 101.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Paid holidays

Zusammenfassung

The State of New Hampshire seeks a Staff Attorney for the Division for Children, Youth & Families (DCYF) Legal Unit in Claremont, NH. The role provides onsite legal counsel and supports litigation across NH circuits and administrative venues.

The candidate will handle child protection matters, advise CPSWs and supervisors, and develop legal strategies in accordance with state and federal law. Competitive benefits and full-time employment are offered.

Qualifikationen

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Member of the New Hampshire Bar Association in good standing.

Aufgaben

• Litigates on behalf of DCYF in child abuse/neglect cases and related proceedings.
• Represents DCYF in court, pre-hearings, and administrative hearings.
• Assists DCYF CPSWs in case preparation for litigation.
• Confers with DHHS staff, outside attorneys, and court personnel on DCYF cases.
• Provides ongoing consultation and training to ensure best legal practice for CPSWs.
• Acts as liaison between DCYF staff and Court personnel for timely communication.

Kenntnisse

Active law practice

Litigation support

Legal research

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (JD)

Jobbeschreibung

Staff Attorney, DCYF

Division for Children, Youth & Families - Legal Unit

The pay range for this position is $72,930.00-$101,490.00 annually

Location: US:NH:CLAREMONT

Post Date: 09/22/2026

Close Date: 10/27/2026

Employment Type: FULL-TIME

Summary

Serves as the onsite legal counsel for the Division for Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) in a District Office Child Protective Service Unit. Represents the Division and develops legal strategies, interprets and applies Federal and state statutes, rules, case law, precedent, etc. in New Hampshire Circuit Courts, administrative hearings, and other legal forums.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and four years’ experience in the active practice of law.
• License/Certification: Must be a member of the New Hampshire Bar Association and in Good Standing.

Special Requirements

Must possess a knowledge of judicial procedures and rules; common, statutory and constitutional laws of the state of New Hampshire; court and legal procedures; and state and federal laws relating to Child Protection.

Must have the demonstrated ability to prepare legal pleadings, briefs and memoranda, perform legal research; render effective decisions and deal tactfully with the courts, law enforcement, DCYF staff and management as well as the public.

Responsibilities

• Litigates on behalf of DCYF in child abuse/neglect cases, termination of parental rights proceedings, guardianship cases and administrative appeals.
• Represents DCYF in court, in pre-hearings and in administrative hearings including matters before the DHHS Administrative Appeals Unit, and other legal venues including in the superior court for criminal cases and circuit court for juvenile, marital, guardianship or other matters when DCYF is involved with a family or child.
• Assists DCYF Child Protective Service Workers (CPSWs) in the preparation of their cases for litigation in court and other proceedings.
• Confers with DHHS staff, outside attorneys, law enforcement, court personnel and judges in matters concerning DCYF court cases, pleadings, and motions and reviews record requests.
• Provides ongoing consultation and training to ensure that DCYF CPSWs adhere to best legal practice.
• Acts as liaison between DCYF staff and Court personnel to ensure timely and effective communication.
• Advise DCYF Supervisors and CPSWs regarding the interpretation and applicability of state and federal law, rules, regulations, DCYF policy and court procedure, and advise DCYF on implementation of agency policy and procedures.
• Plans legal strategies and procedures in accordance with federal and state statutory and regulatory mandates.
• Keeps the Regional/Supervising Attorney, Supervising Staff Attorney in the office (in offices with three or more attorneys), and DCYF staff informed of litigation activity and associated administrative matters; provides legal opinions on matters of child protection statute and related statutes.

For further information please contact Deanna Baker, DCYF Legal Director, [e-mail], 603-419-0491.

Other Benefits

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits.

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964