Child Support Attorney I/II/III/IV
About The Position
The Child Support Attorney I/II/III/IV position is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The role involves preparing and filing pleadings and trying cases in child support-related hearings in district and administrative courts. The attorney consults and negotiates with other attorneys and customers of Oklahoma Child Support Services, and interprets laws, regulations, court opinions, and policy. The position also trains and assists staff with preparing legal documents and ensures compliance with ethical considerations. Job-related travel is occasional; a valid driver's license and required car insurance must be maintained. The position is offered at four levels, with salary depending on the selected applicant's experience: Level I, $66,666.67; Level II, $71,428.57; Level III, $76,190.48; and Level IV, $85,714.29. Each level includes full state employee benefits. Positions at Levels I/II/III are in the Oklahoma Civil Service; Level IV positions are in executive management. OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- License to practice law in the State of Oklahoma.
- Membership in the Oklahoma Bar Association; active membership is specified for Levels II, III, and IV.
- Level II: Two years of legal experience or adjudicative experience.
- Level III: Five years of legal experience or adjudicative experience.
- Level IV: Seven years of legal experience, including two years of litigation, or agency-defined experience in the practice of law (for example, tax), or supervisory experience.
- Valid driver's license and required car insurance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in child support.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and file pleadings and try cases in child support-related hearings in district and administrative courts.
- Consult and negotiate with other attorneys and customers of Oklahoma Child Support Services.
- Interpret laws, regulations, court opinions, and policy.
- Train and assist staff with the preparation of legal documents.
- Ensure legal documents comply with ethical considerations.
Benefits
- Full state employee benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
