HSC General Counsel

the South Dakota State Government•Sioux Falls, SD

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Social Services seeks an attorney committed to serving the public. The Division of Legal Services within the South Dakota Department of Social Services is seeking to hire a highly motivated and experienced attorney to serve as a Litigation Supervisor. The duties of the Litigation Supervisor would include representing the Department on a wide variety of legal issues including abuse and neglect of children, child support, childcare, behavioral health, Medicaid, and Medicaid recovery as well as assisting with the supervision of other attorneys within the division. The Litigation Supervisor represents the Department throughout the state in litigation before the Supreme Court, Circuit Court, and the Office of Administrative Hearings.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited law school.
Member of the South Dakota State Bar or willing and qualified to become a member of the South Dakota State Bar.
Qualify for appointment as a Special Assistant Attorney General.
Experience with litigation and with management of other staff is strongly desired.
Display high standards of ethical conduct.
Communicate effectively and efficiently.
Understand litigation practice and strategies.
Exercise sound judgment when making decisions and take prompt, decisive action.
Analyze information, issues, situations, practices, and precedents to arrive at a logical interpretation.
Work independently while accepting guidance and soliciting input.
Actively seek, collect, and evaluate information to learn more about issues or events.
Successfully plan and organize work activities, adjust to multiple demands, and prioritize tasks to complete assignments and meet schedules and deadlines.
Strong work ethic.
Comprehension of critical thinking and problem solving techniques.
Resume included with application.
Verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.
Must apply online.

Nice To Haves

Admission and/or experience with tribal courts would be a plus.

Responsibilities

Representing the Department of Social Services in litigation, including in administrative hearings as well as circuit court.
Planning and executing litigation, preparing witnesses; preparing motions, briefs, and exhibits; and arguing cases.
Conducting research and rendering advice in support of all DSS divisions as specific questions and issues arise, and additional responsibilities as assigned.
Taking a leadership role within the Division of Legal Services and the Department.
Participating in strategic planning and other agency-wide initiatives.
Assisting with management of other staff members.
Serving as a liaison to share information across interdepartmental and interdisciplinary teams and workgroups.
Effectively communicating regarding various philosophies, communication styles, and goals of the Division and Department.