CalHR
Child Support Attorney I and II
CalHR, Salinas, California, United States, 93911
Performs a variety of professional legal work in child support civil and criminal cases; provides legal advice and assistance in child support issues to Department and law enforcement staff; advises clients and the public on legal procedures regarding child support; may be the attorney of record in all legal actions and proceedings filed on behalf of the Department with the courts and administrative law agencies; and performs related work as required.Working under close supervision, Child Support Attorney I is the entry/trainee level in the Child Support Attorney series. Employees at this level receive in-service training and are given detailed instructions in the performance of routine duties related to legal work in child support civil and criminal cases. As requisite skills and knowledge are developed, greater independence and the full scope of responsibility are exercised. Employees are expected to promote to Child Support Attorney II after one year of satisfactory performance at the trainee level.Working under general supervision, Child Support Attorney II is the journey level in the Child Support Attorney series. Employees at this level require specific child support legal experience and less supervision and review to complete assignments. Positions may be permanently allocated to level II due to the nature of the work. Positions are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower level of Child Support Attorney I, or if filled from the outside, require prior related experience.Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Investigates, researches, and prepares child support cases for litigation or prosecution.Interviews and advises complainants, law enforcement personnel, and the public regarding prosecuting child support cases.Litigates or prosecutes cases in all courts of the county.Negotiates with attorneys regarding the disposition of civil matters and/or modification of charges in specific cases.Assists other attorneys in the investigation, research, and preparation of the more complex cases.Advises Department staff on questions of law and procedure in particular cases.Prepares briefs and opinions concerning the law as applied to matters within the department.Assists in preparing filings and prosecuting cases before Appellate Courts.May give presentations to law enforcement agencies and public groups on child support legal issues and processes.Performs related duties as assigned.EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
California civil and criminal codes related to child law.Principles of civil, criminal, constitutional and administrative law.Trial and courtroom procedures and practices.Administrative law procedures.Legal research methods.Rules of evidence.Standard legal office practices and procedures.Negotiating techniques relative to child law, criminal law, and child support issues.Ethical and professional standards of conduct.Ability to:
Research, analyze and apply legal principles, facts, evidence and precedents to child law and child support issues.Prepare and present statements of law and fact.Argue clearly, logically and persuasively in written and oral form on child law and child support issues.Prepare and present cases in Municipal and Superior courts.Negotiate settlements.Manage an assigned caseload and perform quality legal work under pressure of deadlines.Maintain confidentiality and objectivity.Understand and accept differences in human behavior, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.Prepare and maintain clear, concise and comprehensive records, reports and correspondence.Establish and maintain effective working relationships.Child Support Attorney I: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited law school.Child Support Attorney II: One (1) year of experience as a general practicing attorney.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTActive membership in the State Bar of California.The ability to speak, read, and write Spanish in addition to English would be an asset in this position but is not required.Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid CA Driver License for the class vehicle driven.The Department of Child Support Services will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check.VETERANS PREFERENCE
If you would like to request Veteran's preference points as part of the application packet, please attach a copy of your DD-214 form to your application.General Information
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.
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Investigates, researches, and prepares child support cases for litigation or prosecution.Interviews and advises complainants, law enforcement personnel, and the public regarding prosecuting child support cases.Litigates or prosecutes cases in all courts of the county.Negotiates with attorneys regarding the disposition of civil matters and/or modification of charges in specific cases.Assists other attorneys in the investigation, research, and preparation of the more complex cases.Advises Department staff on questions of law and procedure in particular cases.Prepares briefs and opinions concerning the law as applied to matters within the department.Assists in preparing filings and prosecuting cases before Appellate Courts.May give presentations to law enforcement agencies and public groups on child support legal issues and processes.Performs related duties as assigned.EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
California civil and criminal codes related to child law.Principles of civil, criminal, constitutional and administrative law.Trial and courtroom procedures and practices.Administrative law procedures.Legal research methods.Rules of evidence.Standard legal office practices and procedures.Negotiating techniques relative to child law, criminal law, and child support issues.Ethical and professional standards of conduct.Ability to:
Research, analyze and apply legal principles, facts, evidence and precedents to child law and child support issues.Prepare and present statements of law and fact.Argue clearly, logically and persuasively in written and oral form on child law and child support issues.Prepare and present cases in Municipal and Superior courts.Negotiate settlements.Manage an assigned caseload and perform quality legal work under pressure of deadlines.Maintain confidentiality and objectivity.Understand and accept differences in human behavior, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.Prepare and maintain clear, concise and comprehensive records, reports and correspondence.Establish and maintain effective working relationships.Child Support Attorney I: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited law school.Child Support Attorney II: One (1) year of experience as a general practicing attorney.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTActive membership in the State Bar of California.The ability to speak, read, and write Spanish in addition to English would be an asset in this position but is not required.Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid CA Driver License for the class vehicle driven.The Department of Child Support Services will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check.VETERANS PREFERENCE
If you would like to request Veteran's preference points as part of the application packet, please attach a copy of your DD-214 form to your application.General Information
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.
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