Job description

ASSISTANT SOCIAL SERVICES ATTORNEY

Documentation will be accepted until positions are filled.

This is a Management Position

Residency is Waived

Franklin County Personnel Office is accepting applications for an Assistant Social Services Attorney.

What an Assistant Social Services Attorney will do

Representing the Commissioner of Social Services, the Assistant Social Services Attorney focuses on the best interests of children involved in the child welfare system as well as vulnerable or incapacitated adults. Our attorneys handle a variety of legal issues as they relate to the duties and responsibilities of the Commissioner.

Work Environment

Franklin County Department of Social Services is committed to a healthy work/life balance, offering a 35-hour work week, and generous paid vacation, holiday, personal, and sick time. Other benefits include health, dental, vision, and Employee Assistance Program, and retirement plan. Our attorneys are also eligible to have the cost of CLEs covered.

The Assistant Attorney works in a collegial setting with two other attorneys, support staff, all social services staff and the Commissioner. The Assistant Social Services Attorney frequently interacts with the Public Defender’s Office, Conflict Defender’s Office, and Attorney for the Child.

Situated in the foothills of the picturesque Adirondack Park, Franklin County, NY boasts a multitude of year-round outdoor activities including award-winning golf, skiing, camping, hiking, and swimming in our pristine lakes.

Competitive health, benefits, and retirement package. EOE For questions, please call (518) 481-1677

Salary Range depending on experience: $76,495 - $92,048

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited Law School and Admitted to the NYS Bar.

There is a $10 filing fee that must be submitted with the application, payable in cash, check or money order made payable to the Franklin County Personnel Office.

Interested Candidates must submit the following:

1) Cover Letter & Resume

2) Civil Service Application and $10 Filing Fee

3) Proof of Current Admittance to the NYS Bar

Applications can be printed from www.franklincountyny.gov or picked up at the address below.

Please submit all required documentation above in person or via mail to:

Franklin County Personnel Department

355 W. Main Street, Suite 311

Malone, NY 12953

Interested candidates are welcomed to visit the Franklin County Website to view all job vacancy announcements or view our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/franklinpersonnel.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,495.00 - $92,048.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Malone, NY 12953: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Bar (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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