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Attorney I-II-III Child Support Services

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Attorney I/II/III in the Child Support Services Department. Currently there is a full-time permanent vacancy, a part-time permanent vacancy, and an extra-help vacancy. Under general direction, the incumbent performs routine to complex legal work for the Department of Child Support Services representing the County in all legal matters arising from the duties set forth in Title IV-D of the Social Security Act. The incumbent must be able to perform functions including the establishment of paternity and child support, the enforcement of child support, and in prosecuting civil offenders violating child (family) support regulations; performs related work as assigned.

The Attorney series is flexibly staffed through level III. Promotion to the next higher level in the series is based upon demonstrated ability and level of supervision received. As employees progress through these levels they will be assigned more difficulty and sensitive cases, will be required to be fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the assigned area, and may be required to prepare legal opinions on problems that are complex and have far-reaching implications. This class reports to Director of Child Support Services.

Attorney I --is the entry professional level in the Attorney series. Under close supervision, performs the less difficult legal work involved in Child Support Services to include prosecution of civil actions and establishing, modifying, and enforcing family support obligations for the County of Yuba.
Attorney II --is the journey professional level in the Attorney series. This class is distinguished from the level I in that assignments require more specific child support legal expertise and receive less supervision and review.
Attorney III --is the advanced journey professional level in the Attorney series. This class is distinguished from the II-level in that assignments cover the entire range of child support litigation and advice activities. Incumbents at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise.
This is a representative summary of the major duties and abilities. Please refer to the class specification for full description of knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as examples of duties and other qualifications required for this position.

Attorney I-- Minimum: Possession of a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school. Preferred: In addition to the minimum, one year of professional experience as an attorney in practice of family law specific to child support issues.
Attorney II-- Minimum: Possession of a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and at lease one year of professional experience as an attorney in the practice of civil, criminal or family law in the State of California. Preferred: In addition to the minimum, two years of experience in the practice of family law specific to child support issues in the State of California.
Attorney III-- Minimum: Possession of a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and at least two years of professional experience as an attorney in the practice of criminal, civil or family and child support law in the State of California. Preferred: In addition to the minimum, additional years of experience in the practice of family law specific to child support issues in the State of California.

Special Requirements: Must successfully pass an extensive and thorough background investigation which includes Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. Must be a member in good standing of the California State Bar Association. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Working Conditions: Generally a typical office setting. May be required to attend meetings outside of normal working hours.

Hiring Range:
Level I: $5,114-$5,625/month
Level II: $5,929-$6,522/month
Level III: $7,079-$7,787/month
2% COLA increase effective 07/01/16

Final Filing Deadline: Monday, May 30, 2016 @ 5:00 PM

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants are REQUIRED to submit Yuba County Application (rev 08/14). For a detailed job announcement, application, and further instructions visit www.co.yuba.ca.us or contact Yuba County Human Resources, 915 8th Street, Suite 113 Marysville, CA 95901 Phone: (530) 749-7860 Fax: (530) 749-7864.

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