The Livingston County Department of Social Services is soliciting applications for a Social Services Attorney. The Social Services Attorney is responsible for providing legal advice and representation, as assigned, to the Livingston County Department of Social Services staff. Primary functions include: representing the Agency in family court proceedings as well as courts of general jurisdiction, collaborating with the management team regarding legal philosophy of the Department and developing Agency policies and procedures. The work is performed under the general direction of the Senior Social Services Attorney.
The incumbent will work closely with other members of the legal support staff and the administrative team for the purpose of work performance and short- and long-term planning and may be assigned additional functional areas. Supervision may be exercised over the work of subordinate employees.
Candidates must be admitted to practice and in good standing as an attorney and counselor at law before the courts of the State of New York, have a minimum of one (1) year paid or unpaid experience in the practice of law in New York State, a valid New York State driver’s license and maintenance of same throughout appointment, and an automobile which may be used to perform job responsibilities.
Please visit the County website at: http://www.livingstoncounty.us/jobs.aspx for the full job description and application information. This is a provisional appointment for a civil services competitive class position. Salary is commensurate with successful candidate’s qualifications. Excellent benefit package includes New York State retirement, health insurance, and paid time off.
Interested qualified candidates should submit an application along with a cover letter and resume until this position is filled to: Livingston County Personnel Department 6 Court Street, Room 206 Geneseo, New York 14454
Livingston County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer