Attorney Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA)

Ashtabula County Job & Family Services

Ashtabula, OH **Attorney Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA) Pay Grade/Pay Rate: Pay Grade: 12(Pay Rate $28.42) Full Time with Benefits **GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under direction of the Program Administrator, the Staff Attorney is responsible for preparing various legal documents and participating in and conducting litigation processes related to fraud and/or child support cases. QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university; admission to the Ohio Bar per Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code; four (4) or more years of related experience and/or training; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: For purposes of 42 USC 12101: Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university; admission to the Ohio Bar per Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code; four (4) or more years of related experience and/or training; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must be a member in good standing with the Ohio State Bar Association; must be licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio; must possess a valid State of Ohio driver's license and must remain insurable under the County's vehicle insurance plan. Attends court hearings; performs case management functions (e.g., enters case notes; handles files, conducts case follow-up, etc.); meets with clients; handles attorney and relevant party inquiries. Attends meetings and serves on committees, as directed; attends training and seminars, as directed. Handles attorney and relevant party inquiries. Drafts, reviews, and signs court pleadings and other documents; performs legal research; analyzes legal issues; remains up to date on the latest case and statutory law; handles attorney and relevant party inquiries. Maintains required licensure or certification, if any. Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES NEEDED: (*indicates developed after employment) modern computer skills and computer applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Office; carry out instructions in written, oral, or picture form; deal with many variables and determine specific action; maintain confidentiality. Please send resumes and references to: Ashtabula County Job & Family Services Attn: Stephen J. McClure, [email protected] *2924 Donahoe Dr. Ashtabula, Ohio 44004 *Resumes will be accepted until a successful candidate is selected. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Ashtabula County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. Ashtabula County is a Drug-Free Workplace.