Courtroom Attorney - Omaha
State of Nebraska
Job Info
Description
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is now accepting applications for our Omaha Courtroom Attorney opportunity. The position will provide support to juvenile court proceedings for the Division of Children & Family Services for the Eastern Service Area (Omaha and surrounding area).
Do you like appearing in court and thinking on your feet? Are you a natural problem solver? Does a Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., job allowing for an excellent work-life balance appeal to you? If so, APPLY TODAY!
What we can offer you:
- Stable Employment Opportunity
- Continuous Learning Opportunities, including CLE and LinkedIn Learning courses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 156% match of first 4.8% contribution to Retirement Plan
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Generous Leave Accruals and Comprehensive Benefits Options
- Consistent Work Schedule and Caseload
Hiring rate is negotiable
Examples of Work
The attorney in this position will appear as a special assistant attorney general representing the Department in juvenile court proceedings, with an emphasis on child welfare proceedings. This position may provide litigation support to the agency and Attorney General's Office, as needed, which may include the handling of appeals filed with the Nebraska appellate courts on behalf of the agency. This courtroom attorney may conduct privilege reviews for compliance with public records requests and discovery requests, as needed.
Qualifications / Requirements
REQUIREMENTS: Three years of experience as an attorney practicing law and providing legal services such as preparing and trying cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies.
Legal Requirements: In accordance with Section 7-101, Nebraska Revised, Reissued Statutes of l943, incumbents in this class must be admitted to the Nebraska Bar.
Special Note: Candidates who have obtained a Juris Doctor degree but are not licensed to practice law in Nebraska may be considered for provisional employment for up to six months. Any such provisional employment must occur within or coincide with a probationary period in accordance with Title 273, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapter 6. Licensure to practice law in the state of Nebraska must be obtained within the probationary period for continued employment. Such candidates may not perform those job duties that require a license to practice law until such proper licensure is obtained.
Preferred: Experience appearing as an attorney in juvenile court proceedings; juvenile court experience in Nebraska is preferred but not required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to: provide legal support to the agency in juvenile court proceedings; interpret and apply statutes, case law, decisions of court/administrative hearings, federal and state regulations, and administrative rules and policies on a variety of legal issues; effectively communicate and interact with legal associates, other government employees, and the public; conduct legal research; formulate legal opinions and recommendations based on legal research; identify critical elements of legal questions or issues; and use a computer for word processing and research.
DHHS and the State of Nebraska value employees as well as a supportive environment. We strive to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or genetics.
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