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Assistant Attorney General (Bend Child Advocacy & Protection Division)

United States

111 Days ago

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Job Description

Initial Posting Date:

08/11/2025

Application Deadline:

09/10/2025

Agency:

Department of Justice

Salary Range:

$8,842 - $17,168

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Assistant Attorney General (Bend Child Advocacy & Protection Division)

Job Description:

Child Advocacy and Protection Division

The Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking self-motivated individuals to consider for the position of Assistant Attorney General in the Child Advocacy and Protection Division (CAPD). This position is based in Bend with opportunities for a hybrid remote work schedule. Frequent travel to court and client offices will be required. CAPD attorneys are responsible for providing comprehensive legal advice and litigation services to the Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare Program (DHS) in all phases of juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights cases. CAPD attorneys work closely with ODHS regarding child safety and to improve outcomes for children and families in child abuse and neglect cases. Attorneys must effectively balance providing legal advice with frequent court appearances, from short hearings to multi-day complex trials. This position also requires the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

This litigation-focused position requires significant time in the court, strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively with agency-client representatives and internal support staff teams.

Questions may be directed to Chief Counsel Joanne Southey at (971) 673-1880.

Required

Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar or reciprocity actively pending.
Minimum of one year practical legal experience within the past ten years.
Demonstrated oral advocacy proficiency.
Practical knowledge of the Oregon Rules of Evidence or successful completion of law school Evidence course.
Willingness and availability to travel, which may include overnight stays?must have valid driver?s license.
Must be able to independently transport substantial amount of hearing or trial materials to court and client offices.

Desired Experience

Familiarity and experience with Oregon juvenile dependency law.
Demonstrated expertise with managing a high-volume workload.
Experience working in a team-supported environment.

Application Process

Diversity is a core value of the Oregon Department of Justice. We are working to build and maintain an inclusive and equitable work environment. Every employee expands our diversity by contributing to the range of ways to understand and communicate with one another, identify challenges, and work cooperatively.

Follow the "Apply" link above and complete the application online and all supplemental questions;
Attach your resume;
Attach your cover letter (detailing how you meet the job requirements); and
Attach your writing sample (not to exceed seven pages) suitable for assessing analytical and writing ability.

This OAJA-represented position will be filled at either the Assistant Attorney General or Senior Assistant Attorney General level, salary range $8,842.00 - $17,168.00 per month, depending primarily on years of legal practice experience and other factors. Employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS; the salary range noted reflects base salary only. For a partial list of our benefits, you can learn

here

ALL APPLICANTS: You will only have one opportunity to upload the required resume and cover letter. Drag and drop both resume and cover letter into Workday when prompted to upload your resume. If you are concerned that one or both requested documents didn't attach to your application, if you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions, or need assistance with the application process, please contact

doj.recruitment@doj.oregon.gov

. Any materials emailed will be associated on your behalf if received before the posting deadline.

CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Login to Workday using your state-issued login, and apply via the Jobs Hub Worklet located on your home page. Using a private account disrupts the hiring process for all internal candidates.

The Oregon Department of Justice

The Mission of the Oregon Department of Justice is to serve state government and to support safe and healthy communities throughout Oregon by providing essential justice services. Its over 1,400 employees in ten divisions, including over 300 lawyers, are dedicated to the rule of law and serving the people of Oregon and its government.

The Attorney General and our divisions are dedicated to:

Providing ethical, independent and high quality legal services to state government;
Safeguarding consumers from fraud and unfair business practices;
Fighting crime and helping crime victims;
Advocating for vulnerable children;
Supporting families through the collection of child support;
Enforcing environmental protections;
Defending the civil rights of all Oregonians;
Pursuing justice and upholding the rule of law.

Working for the Department of Justice
Assistant Attorneys General, on behalf of the Attorney General, represent the State of Oregon and state-elected and appointed officials, agencies, boards and commissions in most civil and many criminal proceedings. The Department offers a broad range of opportunities for attorneys to work on significant and complex issues that face our state and make a difference to the citizens of Oregon while providing unparalleled career satisfaction and professional prospects.

Conduct Expectations

The role of the Oregon Department of Justice is to provide justice and uphold the rule of law. Employees of the Department are required to meet the highest standards of professional conduct and ethics while on the job, and also to maintain those same high standards when taking actions in their personal lives that could reflect on the Department.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.

For additional information regarding working for the Department of Justice and application assistance,

click HERE.

Oregon Department of Justice
1162 Court St NE
Salem OR, 97301

DOJ.recruitment@doj.oregon.gov

Phone: (503) 947-4328
Fax: (503) 373-0367

Practice Areas & Specialty

Family Law, Litigation

Designation

Attorney

Key Skills Required

AdvocacyAttention to DetailBusiness PracticesChild SupportComprehensiveEnvironmentalEthicsFocusedHuman ServicesInclusiveLitigationOrganizational SkillsOrientationPracticalReciprocityRecruitmentWorkdayWritingChild Advocacy

Job Overview

Job Function: Legal Services / Legal

Job Type: Full Time

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Not Specified

Salary: $8,842 - $17,168 / Monthly Salary

Experience: 1 - 0 yrs

Contact Information

Company Name: Department of Justice

Recruiting People: HR Department

Website: N/A

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