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Anti-Human Trafficking Legal Assistant III #0405-25 Jobs in Austin, TX at Texas Dept of Licensing and Regulation
ADMIN FOR CHILDREN’S SVCS
Posted On: 04/17/2025
Full-Time
Location
BRONX
No Exam Required
Department
Family Court Legal Svcs-Fcls
Salary Range:
$89,613.00 – $132,293.00
Job Description
THE SELECTED CANDIDATE(S) WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $103,055.00 – $132,293.00
The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services, and provides subsidized childcare vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment. In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement and programs for youth in the community.
The Division of Family Court Legal Services (FCLS) is responsible for representing ACS in child neglect and abuse cases, permanency hearings and other child welfare proceedings in the New York City Family Courts. FCLS Attorneys work collaboratively with caseworkers and other child welfare stakeholders to further the agency’s mission of helping children and families achieve safety, permanency and well-being.
Under direction, with wide latitude for independent judgment and unreviewed action and decision, engage in difficult and complex legal work within the Division of Family Court Legal Services (FCLS). Participate in legal casework functions having significant procedural or policy consequences. Specific duties will include:
Meet with Child Protective caseworkers to identify and analyze complex legal problems and issues
Provide strategic guidance and supervision of all lower-level Attorney Staff engaged in a variety of legal tasks, including the effective preparation of witnesses, evidence and other trial-related initiatives
Maintain a caseload of approximately 40 to 50 cases involving complex child abuse and neglect matters
Screen sensitive cases to determine causes of action and assign cases to lower-level Attorney Staff
Draft and review petitions, write up deferrals and conduct legal consultations
Review and analyze motions and other pertinent legal documents
Attend weekly case conferences and serve as a liaison between AC S and all external stakeholders
Provide on-site legal support to the borough-based Child Advocacy Centers as needed, which may include observing interviews and participating in multi-disciplinary meetings
TO APPLY:
Please go to www.cityjobs.nyc.gov or www.nyc.gov/ess for current NYC employees and search for Job ID #710801
NO PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRES PERMITTED
NOTE: ONLY CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED
AGENCY ATTORNEY – 30087
Minimum Qualifications
1. Admission to the New York State Bar; and either “2” or “3” below.
2. One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or
3. Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086).
Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.
In addition to meeting the minimum Qualification Requirements:
To be assigned to Assignment Level (AL) II, candidates must have one year of experience at Assignment Level I or two years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment. To be assigned to AL III candidates must have two years of experience in Assignment Levels I and/or II or three years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Job ID
710801
Title code
30087
Civil service title
AGENCY ATTORNEY
Title classification
Non-Competitive-5
Business title
Attorney Level 3 Team Leader
Posted until
05/10/2025
Experience Level:
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job level
03
Number of positions
3
Work location
900 Sheridan Ave., Bronx
Category:
Legal Affairs
Attorney Level 3 Team Leader
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Company: Texas Dept of Licensing and Regulation
Location: Austin, TX
