Assistant Attorney General (Eugene Child Advocacy & Protection Division)

Initial Posting Date:

05/19/2025

Application Deadline:

07/31/2025

Agency:

Department of Justice

Salary Range:

$8,842 - $17,168

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Assistant Attorney General (Eugene Child Advocacy & Protection Division)

Job Description:

This recruitment is being reopened to develop a larger pool of candidates. If you already applied, you do not need to reapply, your application remains under consideration.

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). 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 cour