Child Support Attorney I/II/III/IV

Kern County District; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in California is seeking a Child Support Attorney (Levels I-IV) to provide legal services specializing in family law. This continuous recruitment invites licensed attorneys with varying levels of experience. Responsibilities include evaluating child support cases and legal service delivery. A $15,000 recruitment bonus is available for eligible candidates. This role emphasizes training and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Recruitment bonus of $15,000

Training and professional development opportunities

ADA compliant workplace

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the California State Bar.
• 1-3 years of experience in family and/or civil law as required by level.
• Knowledge of legal principles and trial procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform necessary legal services for child support cases.
• Evaluate training, education, experience for appraisal.
• Travel to various locations for legal duties.

Skills

Knowledge of California Welfare and Institutions Code

Legal research methods

Ability to present legal arguments

Effective working relationships maintenance

Education

Licensed by the California State Bar

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Child Support Attorney I/II/III/IV role at Kern County.

This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice.

Salary

• Level I: $3,046.12 - $3,640.40, paid bi-weekly
• Level II: $3,502.65 - $4,185.99, paid bi-weekly
• Level III: $4,047.76 - $4,837.45, paid bi-weekly
• Level IV: $5,015.96 - $5,994.54, paid bi-weekly

Recruitment Bonus: $15,000 recruitment bonus for certain positions as described in the recruitment materials.

Examinations

Appraisal (Weight 100%): will evaluate training, education, experience, interest and fitness for the position. Appraisal can be based on any combination of Investigation, oral examination and/or rating of the application. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

Minimum Qualifications / Employment Standards

• Level I: Must be licensed by the California State Bar.
• Level II: Must have one year of experience in the practice of law.
• Level III: Must have two years of experience as a practicing attorney in family and/or civil law.
• Level IV: Must have three years of experience as a practicing attorney in family and/or civil law.

Additional Requirements For All Levels

Applicants must be licensed by the California State Bar; have the ability to travel to locations outside of the regular office to perform necessary legal services; have knowledge of the principals of law, trial procedure, and their application, including California Welfare and Institutions Code, Family Code, Civil Code, Code of Civil Procedure, Probate Code, Evidence Code, and Rules of Court; knowledge of legal research methods; ability to present statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and logically; ability to maintain effective working relationships with others; knowledge of basic computer applications.

Application Process

Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach materials, you may email a copy to Katie Barnett at [e-mail].

Job Descriptions

Full Child Support Attorney I/II/III/IV Job Descriptions are available through the Kern County Department of Child Support Services.

Recruitment Bonus Details

The County provides a $15,000 non-pensionable recruitment bonus to eligible employees hired on or after April 22, 2023 in permanent capacity as a Deputy District Attorney or a Child Support Attorney. The bonus is payable in full upon appointment subject to completion of a five-year term of service with the hiring department.

About Kern County

Kern County employees contribute to the community through purposeful work. The County provides opportunities for training and professional development to support career growth.

Additional Information

This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice. A background check may be conducted. Appointees may be fingerprinted for criminal records checks. Post-offer medical and drug screening tests may be required at County expense. The examination will establish an eligible list for immediate appointment(s). Other permanent and temporary appointments may be made as needed. The eligible list remains valid for twelve months unless otherwise specified by the Civil Service Commission.

For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see the FAQ page. This recruitment is eligible for the Employee Referral Award Program.

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Government Administration