Assistant Attorney General (Child Advocacy & Protection Division)

About the role

The Oregon Department of Justice is seeking self-motivated individuals for the position of Assistant Attorney General in the Child Advocacy and Protection Division (CAPD). This position is based in Eugene with a hybrid remote work schedule. Frequent travel to court and client offices is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal advice and litigation services to the Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare Program (DHS) in all phases of juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights cases.
• Work closely with ODHS regarding child safety and improve outcomes for children and families in child abuse and neglect cases.
• Balance providing legal advice with frequent court appearances, from short hearings to multi-day complex trials.
• Multi-task in a fast-paced environment, handling a high-volume workload.
• Manage a team-supported environment, collaborating with agency-client representatives and internal support staff teams.

Requirements

• Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar or reciprocity actively pending.
• Minimum of one year practical legal experience within the past ten years.
• Pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
• Demonstrated oral advocacy proficiency.
• Practical knowledge of the Oregon Rules of Evidence or successful completion of law school Evidence course.
• Willingness and availability to travel, which may include overnight stays—must have valid driver’s license.
• Able to independently transport substantial amount of hearing or trial materials to court and client offices.

Qualifications

• Familiarity and experience with Oregon juvenile dependency law.
• Experience working in a team-supported environment.

Skills

Effective communication skills, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively.

Benefits

Details about benefits will be provided upon request.

Pay

$9,063 - $17,597 per month, depending primarily on years of legal practice experience and other factors.

Schedule

Hybrid remote work schedule with frequent travel to court and client offices.