Attorney-Legal Counsel-Sikeston

The Division of Legal Services (DLS) is looking for an Attorney to join our team in the 36th, 37th, and 42nd

Circuits (Butler, Carter, Ripley, Shannon, Oregon, and Wayne Counties) to be managed by the Cape Girardeau

Litigation office.

Job Posting Number: 4104 8869123

Job Location: This position is located in Poplar Bluff, MO.

The Division of Legal Services (DLS) has opportunities for community-based legal practice with a focus on

representation within a defined area to promote swift and safe resolution of juvenile court challenges experienced

by children, and to facilitate working relationships with juvenile court partners, local law enforcement, service

providers, and family support teams.

Why you'll love this position: Are you passionate about public service? Do you want to make a difference in

the lives of Missouri children and families by providing comprehensive legal counsel and support to the

Department of Social Services (DSS), with special focus on permanency including reunification with a parent,

guardianship, termination of parental rights/adoption, and another planned permanent living arrangement? At

DLS, you'll enjoy collaborating as part of a diverse team of attorneys located in offices all around the state. If

you want to make a difference, apply today and join DLS in our mission to empower Missourians to live safe,

healthy, and productive lives.

Minimum Qualifications: A Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution and member of The Missouri Bar.

Experience in litigation and a background in juvenile, family, and administrative law are preferred but not

required. Excellent research and writing skills are required.

Pursuant to State Law, this position requires accreditation, licensure, and/or professional license which is

only available to holders of specific post-secondary degrees.

Annual Starting Salary Range: $72,649.92-$87,393.12 (commensurate with experience)

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

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