Attorney 1-3 (CSE-Orleans)

Department MISSION To protect children, empower families, and strengthen communities so every child grows up safe, stable, and strong. Department VISION A future where every child thrives in a loving environment, supported by empowered families and resilient communities. Department VALUES Treating all people with dignity, compassion and respect, while providing services with integrity. At The Department of Children and Family Services, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity. Join Our Team at DCFS: Attorney 1-3 (Orleans Region) We are looking for an Attorney to join our DCFS Team in Orleans Region. This administrative position serves as a legal counsel for the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)/ Child support Enforcement (CSE) within one of nine regions throughout the State of Louisiana. This is a highly complex position operating within strict legal requirements and departmental policy and procedures involving highly controversial and emotional issues. Operates with considerable independence and must exercise discretion and judgment in evaluating cases for establishing paternity, obtaining medical and child support orders. If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact - this could be the opportunity for you! Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties: Prepare and try civil suits in courts of primary jurisdiction and in appellate courts involving issues of establishment of CSE paternity and support obligations in all cases including but not limited to, URESA/UIFSA and long arm cases, the enforcement of previously established civil support obligations 20% as well as all modifications of the civil orders. Reviews and approves legal documents and responds to issues needing legal opinion and/or clarification concerning various administrative concerns within the Department. Gives advice and counsel in all matters relating to the establishment of paternity, child support, medical support and income assignment law and its regulatory structure an exoteric area of law requiring specialized knowledge and experience. Reviews all cases that have been referred from the Intake and/or Collection Unit to determine appropriate action needed. Timely review collection cases for proper disposition relative to the enforcement of the existing support orders by seeking civil contempt and/or establishing support arrearage, obtaining immediate income assignment orders and obtaining medical support when requested or required and updates computer system with regard to all actions taken. Serves as legal counsel to Regional Child Support Enforcement Office on general questions of law not having statewide applicability. Perform notarial duties as needed. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Thisposition may be filled as a probational appointment or a job appointment that may last up to 48 months. Job appointments may convert to probational appointments. Also, it may be filled as a detail and promoted within 12 months or by promotion of a permanent classified employee. Work Schedule: Typically, work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Flexible work schedules are available after meeting certain criteria and is dependent upon the position you are applying for. Some positions require working shifts. Work Location: Orleans Region Career Progression: May be filled as an Attorney 1-3 depending on qualifications. Compensation: Below is the starting hourly rate for each level. Attorney 1 $ 27.08 hourly (AS-619) Attorney 2 $ 28.98 hourly (AS-620) Attorney 3 $ 33.18 hourly (AS-622) * Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in this application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: Tra'lecia Holmes Department of Children and Family Services Tra'View email address on click.appcast.io DCFS is an "Equal Opportunity Employer", and Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Louisiana