State of Indiana · 4 days ago
Child Services Attorney
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $75K/yrThe State of Indiana is one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities. The Child Services Attorney provides legal advice and services related to juvenile law, child welfare, and personnel matters, while representing the Department of Child Services in court and administrative issues.
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Responsibilities
Advises Department of Child Services staff on various program and legal areas as assigned
Drafts and reviews contracts and correspondence
Serves as a liaison to the Attorney General on litigation and tort claims matters
Drafts and reviews legislation and administrative rules
Performs legal research and writing assignments
Provides general legal support for the Office of General Counsel
Oversees contract process for local office attorneys
Conducts legal training for Family Case Managers, attorneys, and others as requested
Litigates Children in Need of Services and Termination of Parental Rights cases in State Courts representing the agency in such actions
Handles administrative matters and hearings as assigned
Organizes and manages caseload in preparation for hearings and/or litigation
Generates appropriate pleadings, motions, discovery, and responses
Delegates to and provides support for any legal support staff
Drafts appeals and appellate briefs
May be required to participate in committees, groups, or teams such as screen-out committees
May be required to serve as local counsel for the Indiana Office of Attorney General on assigned cases
Qualification
Required
Doctorate of Jurisprudence
Admission to the Indiana State Bar Association as a member in good standing
Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations related to agency functions and purposes and to assigned program areas
Thorough knowledge of Rules of Evidence and Indiana Rules of Court
Advanced Knowledge of state's court system and law enforcement agencies
Advanced Knowledge of legal resources and procedures
Advanced Knowledge of the Rules of Ethics and the Code of Professional Responsibility
Ability to communicate articulately for Court proceedings
Ability to use tact and empathy when dealing with people of diverse backgrounds
Ability to exercise sound judgment while managing crisis situations including those involving aggressive adults being investigated
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow
Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Benefits
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Company
State of Indiana
State of Indiana is the government website that provides information, services, news, and events related to Indiana.
Founded in 1816
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Pamella Cook
Chief Financial Officer
Annie Frischkorn
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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