Social Services Attorneys

The Oswego County Department of Social Services is seeking Social Services Attorneys. Full- time and Part-time positions are available. These professional positions are responsible for the handling of legal matters and providing counsel to the Oswego County Department of Social Services.  In accordance with agency policies and procedures, as well as New York State Laws, rules and regulations, the incumbent will work with the Department’s legal team to represent the Department at all Family Court appearances & trials, prepare Department staff to give testimony, prepare and review legal documents and actions, and provide legal advice in connection with various social services programs including all aspects of Child Welfare, Adult Protective Services, Medicaid, Temporary Assistance and Child Support Establishment/Enforcement. 

Qualifications: Graduation from an American Bar Association accredited law school and admission to the NYS Bar. Preference may be given to those with experience in the practice of social services law, or closely related field.

Special Requirement: NYS license to practice law. Current registration with the NYS Office of Court Administration at time of appointment.

Starting Salary: $83,433 - $112,372. Salary negotiable to be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Oswego County offers a competitive benefit package including: health, dental, and life insurance, County funded HSA, and NYS retirement. Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

To Apply:  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. Please visit our website to complete an online application or submit a paper application to the address below.

Oswego County Human Resources Department

46 East Bridge Street

Oswego, New York 13126

(315) 349-8209    Fax: (315) 349-8254

Email:  humanresources@oswegocounty.com

Web: www.oswegocounty.com/humanresources 

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