
Social Services Attorney
Part-timeOswego County Human Resources Department
Oswego, NYPart-time / Full-time$90–121K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Oswego County Department of Social Services seeks attorneys to handle legal matters and provide counsel to the department. The role includes representing the department in Family Court appearances and trials, preparing staff to testify, preparing and reviewing legal documents, and advising on social services programs. Applicants must have graduated from an ABA-accredited law school, be admitted to the New York State Bar, and hold current NYS law-practice licensure and registration.
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Oswego County Social Services Attorney (Part-Time and Full-Time) The Oswego County Department of Social Services is seeking Social Services Attorneys. Full- time and Part-time positions are available. These professional positions are responsible for the handling of legal matters and providing counsel to the Oswego County Department of Social Services. In accordance with agency policies and procedures, as well as New York State Laws, rules and regulations, the incumbent will work with the Departments legal team to represent the Department at all Family Court appearances & trials, prepare Department staff to give testimony, prepare and review legal documents and actions, and provide legal advice in connection with various social services programs including all aspects of Child Welfare, Adult Protective Services, Medicaid, Temporary Assistance and Child Support Establishment/Enforcement. Qualifications: Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school and admission to the NYS Bar. Preference may be given to those with experience in the practice of social services law, or closely related field. Special Requirement: NYS license to practice law. Current registration with the NYS Office of Court Administration at time of appointment. Starting Salary: $89,839 - $121,001. Salary negotiable to be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Oswego County offers a competitive benefit package including health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, County funded HRA, and NYS retirement. Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. To Apply: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. Please visit our website to complete an online application or submit a paper application to the address below. Oswego County Human Resources Department 46 East Bridge Street Oswego, New York 13126 (315) 349-8209 Fax: (315) 349-8254 Email: [email protected] Web: www.oswegocountyny.gov/humanresources AA/EEO EMPLOYER
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- This posting$90–121K/yr
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