DCSS Managing Attorney

About the role

The Ventura County Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) seeks a Managing Attorney to lead its legal activities. The successful candidate will manage and supervise staff, handle civil litigation involving paternity and child support, and support a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and supervise legal activities of the Department of Child Support Services
• Manage staff including supervising, interviewing, training, evaluating performance, and disciplining
• Conduct legal research to analyze and apply legal principles and precedents to complex legal problems
• Present civil court cases related to California Family Law and Child Support
• Support an environment to achieve a diverse and inclusive culture

Requirements

• Progressively responsible experience in child support law and personnel management for a minimum of five (5) years in a private or public legal office
• Licensed by the California State Bar Association
• Valid California driver license
• Clearance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Department of Justice (DOJ)
• Experience in LCSA DCSS operations regulated by Title IV-D program
• Experience presenting civil court cases related to California Family Law and Child Support
• Experience managing staff including supervising, interviewing, training, evaluating performance, and disciplining
• Experience conducting legal research to analyze and apply legal principles and precedents to complex legal problems

Qualifications

• Education, Training, and Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in child support law and personnel management in a private or public legal office
• Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of and the ability to maintain a valid California driver license
• Additional Requirements: FBI and DOJ clearance as a condition of employment

Skills

• Excellent written communication skills

Benefits

The County of Ventura offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including:

• A salary range of $197,522.83 - $276,559.07 annually
• Educational Incentive of 5% for completion of a graduate degree
• Bilingual Incentive eligibility based upon operational needs and certification skill
• Executive Annual Leave of 248 hours per year, increasing to 368 hours after 15 years of service
• Credit for prior public service may be considered
• Annual Leave Redemption of up to 100 hours per year accrued in the same year after using 80 hours within the prior 12 months
• Deferred Compensation participation in 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan with up to a 3% match on 401(k) contributions
• Annually in the third pay period of each year, employees eligible under Sec.1907 of the Management Resolution will receive two percent (2%) of their annualized compensation as a contribution towards their 401(k) account
• Health Insurance Plans including medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents, with a flexible credit allowance of up to $26,626.86 annually
• Flexible Spending Accounts to increase your spending power by reimbursement with pre-taxed dollars for IRS-approved dependent care and health care expenses
• Pension Plan with both the County and employees contributing to the County's Retirement Plan and to Social Security. Reciprocity may be established with other public retirement systems, such as PERS
• Holidays including 13 paid days per year, including one annual floating holiday
• Additional Benefits such as County-paid membership in professional organizations related to position, Disability Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, and Wellness Program

THE COMMUNITY

Located on California's "Gold Coast," Ventura County offers a Mediterranean climate, beautiful rolling hills, and sweeping ocean views. With a population of 802,983 residents, Ventura County is known for its safety and diverse economic base, ranging from tourism to high-tech enterprises in beautifully planned communities.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Ventura County Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) promotes the best interests and well-being of children and families by ensuring children receive consistent and reliable support from both parents. The department transforms lives through child support, focusing on family unity, stability, and parental focus on their children's well-being.

THE POSITION

The Managing Attorney, under the supervision of the Director of Child Support Services, oversees the legal activities of the Department of Child Support Services. This role involves planning, organizing, and supervising legal activities, managing staff, handling civil litigation, and supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

PAYROLL TITLE

The Managing Attorney is an at-will classification exempt from the provisions of the Civil Service Ordinance.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $197,522.83 - $276,559.07 annually.

Schedule

Not specified.