Assistant Attorney General (Pendleton Child Advocacy and Protection Division)
State of OregonAbout the role
Initial Posting Date:
09/17/2024Application Deadline:
10/30/2024Agency:
Department of JusticeSalary Range:
$8,298 - $16,113Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Assistant Attorney General (Pendleton Child Advocacy and Protection Division)Job Description:
Child Advocacy and Protection Division
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). Frequent travel will be required. There are opportunities for a hybrid remote work schedule, including from the Portland DOJ/CAPD office and/or remote location.
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 staf
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