https://law.alaska.gov/department/jobs/25-CP-05.html
The Child Protection section is on the lookout for three passionate and dedicated full-time attorneys to champion child-in-need-of-aid cases. These coveted positions are available in the vibrant communities of Juneau, Bethel, and Palmer.
- Impactful Work: Dive into a heavy caseload focused on litigation, where your efforts will directly influence the lives of children in need.
- Policy and Projects: Beyond the courtroom, you’ll have the chance to shape child welfare policy and spearhead special projects aimed at revolutionizing the child welfare system in Alaska.
- Flexible Schedules: Enjoy schedule flexibility of hybrid telework arrangements, allowing you to balance work and life seamlessly.
Responsibilities
The Child Protection Section provides advice and representation to the Department of Family and Community Services’ Office of Children’s Services. The services provided by the Section include:
- giving advice on child protection statutes and regulations
- instituting court actions when children must be removed from abusive or neglectful homes or when court oversight is required
- working closely with the Department on legal decision-making during the life of the case filing petitions, when necessary, to terminate parental rights so that safe, permanent homes for children can be found if reunification is not possible.
Qualifications
Two years of trial experience and experience in child abuse or neglect law is highly desired, and all applicants at any experience level will be considered. Candidates must have or be able to demonstrate the ability to develop strong critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and time management skills. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate effective and appropriate consensus building and a willingness to be flexible. These positions require an attorney who is a creative thinker, able to reason and make decisions quickly, and able to work well independently under pressure. The successful candidate should be committed to the child welfare field and able to work with a variety of people, including the client agency, the public, and witnesses.
Application Process
Candidates must submit:
- A resume that includes a complete history of education and professional work experience.
- At least three professional employment references.
- A professional writing sample.
- A cover letter which includes the job number.
Email applications to civil.recruit@alaska.gov (with the subject line “application for current attorney recruitment”) or mail or hand-deliver to:
Office of the Attorney General
1031 W 4th Avenue, Suite 200
Anchorage, AK 99501
As part of the application process a social media check may occur. All interested and qualified applicants will be considered, but not every applicant will be interviewed.
