Assistant Attorney General - Department For Children & Families

State of Vermont

Waterbury, VT, US
Salary + benefits will be based upon qualification...
On-site
Litigating family division cases
Representing department in administrative appeals
Contract review and administrative legal work
The Assistant Attorney General will be responsible for representing the Department for Children and Families before the Human Services Board and litigating Family Division cases before the Vermont Superior Courts

Job Summary

  • The Assistant Attorney General will be responsible for representing the Department for Children and Families before the Human Services Board and litigating Family Division cases before the Vermont Superior Courts.
  • Other duties include contract review, related administrative legal work, and training family service workers in all aspects of the litigation process.
  • The State of Vermont offers a benefit package rivaling any employer in Vermont, which includes a top-notch health care plan, generous sick and annual leave, and employer contribution to pension plans.

Matching Summary

The Assistant Attorney General will be responsible for representing the Department for Children and Families before the Human Services Board and litigating Family Division cases before the Vermont Superior Courts.

Salary

Salary and benefits will be based upon qualifications and experience in accordance with the State of Vermont Attorney Pay Plan; Benefits: top-notch health care plan, generous sick and annual leave, and employer contribution to pension plans.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Litigating Family Division cases
  • Representing Department in administrative appeals
  • Contract review and administrative legal work
  • Training family service workers
  • Travel across the state required

Nice-to-have

  • Self-reliance and IT skills
  • Knowledge of mental health law
  • Flexible workplace arrangements

Key Requirements

  • Member in good standing of the Vermont bar
  • Eligible to waive into the Vermont bar
  • Three years of relevant experience preferred
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Willing to travel and work independently

Work Rights

Not specified

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