Assistant Attorney General (Child Advocacy & Protection Division)

State of Oregon • Eugene, OR

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking self-motivated individuals to consider for the position of Assistant Attorney General in the Child Advocacy and Protection Division (CAPD). This position is based in Eugene with opportunities for a hybrid remote work schedule. Frequent travel to court and client offices will be required. CAPD attorneys are responsible for providing comprehensive legal advice and litigation services to the Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare Program (DHS) in all phases of juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights cases. CAPD attorneys work closely with ODHS regarding child safety and to improve outcomes for children and families in child abuse and neglect cases. Attorneys must effectively balance providing legal advice with frequent court appearances, from short hearings to multi-day complex trials. This position also requires the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. This litigation-focused position requires significant time in the court, strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively with agency-client representatives and internal support staff teams. Eugene, Oregon is a vibrant city in the heart of the Willamette Valley, known for its scenic beauty, outdoor recreation, and strong community. You would join a close-knit team of dedicated professionals who share a passion for this important and meaningful work and enjoy making a difference in their communities.

Requirements

• Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar or reciprocity actively pending.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity and experience with Oregon juvenile dependency law.
• Demonstrated expertise with managing a high-volume workload.
• Experience working in a team-supported environment.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive legal advice and litigation services to the Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare Program (DHS) in all phases of juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights cases.
• Working closely with ODHS regarding child safety and to improve outcomes for children and families in child abuse and neglect cases.
• Effectively balancing providing legal advice with frequent court appearances, from short hearings to multi-day complex trials.
• Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Working collaboratively with agency-client representatives and internal support staff teams.

Benefits

• Opportunities for a hybrid remote work schedule.
• Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participation with base salary increase and employee contribution.
• Partial list of benefits available via provided link.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed