Child Support Attorney I/II/III/IV

About the role

This position works within the Kern County Department of Child Support Services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct examinations and appraisals to evaluate applicants' qualifications.
• Travel to various locations to perform legal services.
• Apply principles of law, trial procedure, and relevant statutes.
• Research legal matters and present arguments clearly and logically.
• Maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Utilize basic computer applications effectively.

Requirements

• Level I: Licensed by the California State Bar.
• Level II: One year of experience in the practice of law.
• Level III: Two years of experience as a practicing attorney in family and/or civil law.
• Level IV: Three years of experience as a practicing attorney in family and/or civil law.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the California State Bar.
• Ability to travel to various locations.
• Knowledge of legal principles, trial procedures, and relevant statutes.
• Ability to conduct legal research and present arguments effectively.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications.

Benefits

A $15,000 non-pensionable recruitment bonus is available for employees hired on or after April 22, 2023, in a permanent capacity as a Deputy District Attorney or a Child Support Attorney. The bonus is payable in full upon appointment by the District Attorney or Director of Child Support Services, subject to a five-year term of service with the hiring department.

Pay

• Salary levels range from $3,046.12 to $5,994.54, paid bi-weekly.
• Recruitment bonus of $15,000 available.

Schedule

The schedule is not specified in the job posting.

Contact Information

Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may email a copy to Katie Barnett at barnettk@kerncounty.com.

Additional Information

• This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice.
• A background check may be conducted for this classification.
• Appointees are subject to fingerprinting for a criminal records check.
• Post-offer medical and drug screening tests may be required at County expense.
• Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.
• For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.
• This recruitment is eligible for the Employee Referral Award Program.

Kern County

Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.

Additional Resources

• To learn more about Kern County, click here or follow us: Growth Mindset, Innovation, and Career Development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.