Assistant Attorney General (Child Advocacy & Protection Division)
The Oregon Department of Justice is seeking self-motivated collaborative individuals for the position of Assistant Attorney General in the Child Advocacy and Protection Division. This role involves providing comprehensive legal advice and litigation services related to juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights cases, with a focus on child safety and improving outcomes for children and families. Responsibilities Providing comprehensive legal advice and litigation services to the Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare Program in all phases of juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights cases Working closely with ODHS regarding child safety and to improve outcomes for children and families in child abuse and neglect cases Balancing providing legal advice with frequent court appearances, from short hearings to multi-day complex trials Managing a high-volume workload and effectively multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment Skills Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar or reciprocity actively pending Minimum of one year practical legal experience 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 Familiarity and experience with Oregon juvenile dependency law Demonstrated expertise with managing a high-volume workload Experience working in a team-supported environment Benefits 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 Company Overview Official LinkedIn page for the state of Oregon. Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It was founded in 1859, and is headquartered in Salem, Oregon, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is