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Local Office Attorney

State of Indiana
Posted Nov 04
Full Time
On Site
Madison, Indiana

Work for Indiana

Grow your career with the State of Indiana! With more than 50 executive branch agencies, the State of Indiana is a diverse workforce offering employees stimulating and challenging projects across a broad scope of career opportunities. As a State of Indiana employee, you impact the well-being of Indiana’s communities every day.


Hire Salary:

The minimum salary for this classification is $61,022. Additional compensation is commensurate with years as a practicing attorney.


About the Department of Child Services:

Mission: The Indiana Department of Child Services leads the state’s response to allegations of child abuse and neglect and facilitates child support payments. We consider the needs and values of all we serve in our efforts to protect children while keeping families together whenever possible.

Vision: Children will live in safe, healthy and supportive families and communities.

Values: We at the Indiana Department of Child Services empower our team, in collaboration with state and local partners, to make decisions in the best interest of every child in our care by embracing:

  • Respect for all
  • Racial justice
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • A culture of safety
  • A commitment to continuous improvement

About the Job:

The Child Services Attorney provides legal advice and legal services to Central Office, County Offices and/or staff of DCS for Juvenile law matters relating to Child Welfare, Child Support and personnel matters and to represent and assist the Agency in administrative and/ or court matters. The attorney will be responsible for representing the State in Child In Need of Services (CHINS) cases, Termination of Parental Rights (TPR), Adoptions, Foster Care Licensing Actions, and other general legal issues relating to the safety of children. This individual will work closely with Family Case Managers to prepare for court hearings and may serve as legal counsel for internal employment issues.

A Day in the Life:

  • Advise Department of Child Services staff on various program and legal areas as assigned;
  • Draft and reviews contracts and correspondence;
  • Serve as a liaison to the Attorney General on litigation and tort claims matters;
  • Draft and reviews legislation and administrative rules;
  • Perform legal research and writing assignments;
  • Provide general legal support for Office of General Counsel;
  • Oversee contract process for local office attorneys;
  • Conduct legal trainings for Family Case Managers, attorneys and others as requested;
  • Litigate Children in Need of Services and Termination of Parental Rights cases in State Courts representing the agency in such actions;
  • Handle administrative matters and hearings as assigned;
  • Organize and manages caseload in preparation of hearings and/or litigation;
  • Generate appropriate pleadings, motions and discovery, and responses;
  • Delegate to and provides support for any legal support staff;
  • Draft appeals and appellate briefs;
  • May be required to participate in committees, groups or teams such as screen out committees;
  • May be required serve as local counsel for the Indiana Office of Attorney General on assigned cases;
  • Perform other duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to interview and to perform the essential functions of this role.

What We're Looking For:

  • Previous Litigation experience preferred.
  • Experience with family law or child welfare experience also preferred.

What You'll Need for Success:

  • Doctorate of Jurisprudence;
  • Indiana Bar Admission; license in good standing;
  • Strong legal research, writing and litigation skills;
  • Strong communication and public speaking skills;
  • Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply relevant statutes, case law and rules.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role does not provide direct supervision to direct reports.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

  • Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) and vision/dental coverages
  • Wellness program (offers premiums discount for the medical plan)
  • Health savings account (includes bi-weekly state contribution)
  • Deferred compensation account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
  • Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
  • Group life insurance
  • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
  • Paid vacation, personal and sick time off
  • Competitive leave policies covering a variety of employee needs
  • 12 company paid holidays, 14 on election years
  • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • New Parent Leave
  • Free Parking
  • Free LinkedIn Learning


Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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