Attorney I(Job Id 14329)
Job ID: 14329
Agency: Department of Social Services/Division of Legal Services
Salary: $67,772 to $74,019 annually; depending on experience
Pay Grade: L1
Closing Date: 08/04/2020
This is a full-time position with the Department of Social Services. For more information on the Department of Social Services, please visit https://dss.sd.gov/.
This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
To be considered for this position, please attach a resume.
Our Culture: Family focused. Person centered.
At our organization it is the belief that every South Dakota family has the right to be safe and secure. We believe in respecting individuals and cultural differences by treating people with dignity, fairness, and respect.
Our Department: Build Strong Families, South Dakota’s Foundation, and Our Future.
The Department of Social Services aims to strengthen and support individuals and families, connecting them with resources to foster independent and healthy lives.
Our Team: Dependable. Committed. Compassionate.
As a member of the Department of Social Services, you will be part of a team of professionals who are dependable, committed, and compassionate. We believe collaborative communication, teamwork, partnerships, and trust are foundational to the delivery of essential family services.
Who we want:
- an attorney interested in a range of legal subjects relating to professional licensing, open meetings and open records, child abuse and neglect, child welfare agency licensing, Medicaid and other state/federal assistance programs, child support enforcement, and behavioral health services;
- a highly motivated attorney with a passion for serving the public and who displays a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals;
- a dependable and organized individual who effectively plans and organizes work activities;
- a person who is dedicated and who will represent the Department of Social Service with integrity and enthusiasm;
- an individual who works cooperatively with others and promotes a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals.
What you will do:
This position will primarily provide legal support to the Department of Social Services four Professional Licensing Boards and manage subpoenas and other requests for Department of Social Services records. Duties will include acting as General Counsel for each professional licensing board including providing legal opinions and advice to the board staff; assisting with drafting legislation and administrative rules; assisting with the Request for Proposals and contract drafting; advising on open meetings and open records; and ensuring the board is in compliance with federal and state statutes and administrative rules. Duties could also include representing the Department of Social Services in administrative proceedings and on appeal and assisting with child abuse and neglect appeals as needed.
Education/Licenses:
The applicant must be a graduate of an accredited law school, be a member of the South Dakota State Bar, or willing and qualified to become a member of the South Dakota State Bar, and qualify for appointment as a Special Assistant Attorney General.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- display high standards of ethical conduct;
- communicate effectively and efficiently;
- understand litigation practice and strategies;
- exercise sound judgment when making decisions and take prompt, decisive action;
- analyze information, issues, situations, practices, and precedents to arrive at a logical interpretation;
- work independently while accepting guidance and soliciting input;
- actively seek, collect, and evaluate information to learn more about issues or events;
- successfully plan and organize work activities, adjust to multiple demands, and prioritize tasks to complete assignments and meet schedules and deadlines.
Equally important will be a strong work ethic and the comprehension of critical thinking and problem solving techniques. If you believe in strengthening and supporting strong families and investing in South Dakota’s future, you may have found the dream job you’ve been waiting for!
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.
The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus ten paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
500 East Capitol
Pierre, SD 57501-5070
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Fax: 605.773.4344
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"