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Assistant Attorney General
Child Support Services, Health & Human Services Section
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird seeks an assistant attorney general for the Health and Human Services Section to represent the State of Iowa’s Child Support Services (CSS) in Burlington.
Description
If selected for this position, you will appear before the Iowa District Court in the 8th Judicial District in actions to establish, modify or enforce support; review and present to the district court administrative support orders issued by CSS; and furnish legal advice to CSS on a variety of matters. The position will require some in-person court attendance and is based out of the Burlington CSS office, but remote work may be possible.
Requirements And Preferences
Candidates must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle a large caseload. Previous experience with the Iowa Child Support Guidelines or family law cases is preferred. This position requires a license, or the ability to obtain a license, to practice law in Iowa. The Office will also consider applicants who are awaiting results of or have applied to take the Iowa Bar Exam.
Pay And Benefits
Perks of working for the Office of the Attorney General include flexible work-from-home schedules; excellent work-life balance and benefits; and no hourly billing. Annual pay ranges from $ 59,363.20 - $90,376.00 , depending on experience.
Contact Information
Please send cover letter, résumé, and a writing sample to Aaron Mckay at AGHumanResources@ag.iowa.gov.
The State of Iowa is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. This position will be available as long as it is posted on the Iowa Attorney General website.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Graduation from an accredited school of law.
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Additional Qualification Requirements
Admission to Iowa Bar and appropriate federal courts.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
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