Assistant Attorney General, Child Support Enforcement

Position DetailsTitle: Assistant Attorney General, Child Support EnforcementState Role Title: Assistant Attorney GeneralHiring Range: $83,000-$119,000Pay Band: UGAgency: Attorney General & Dept of LawLocation: Office of the Attorney General, ManassasAgency Website: Type: General Public - GJob DutiesRepresents the Division of Child Support Enforcement of the Virginia Department of Social Services in its mission to determine paternity and establish, modify, and enforce support obligations; litigates in state and federal courts; provides counsel, legal services, and training to the Division regarding cases, program guidance and procedure; participates on committees and workgroups as requested; develops and maintains open communication and positive relationships with the courts; cultivates and fosters a positive attorney‑client relationship with the Division; performs administrative duties; supervises legal administrative assistants as assigned; attends conferences, seminars and continuing legal education; prepares and presents training and informational programs and completes special projects as assigned.Minimum QualificationsExcellent litigation, organization, research, writing, and interpersonal skills are required.Proficiency in time management and ability to work independently with client agency and as a team member are essential.The optimal candidate will have significant litigation experience and the ability to prioritize the demands of a large caseload.The candidate must be willing to travel.Must be admitted to the Virginia bar.Additional ConsiderationsPrior experience in representing a governmental entity preferred but not required.EEO StatementIn support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.#J-18808-Ljbffr