Assistant Corporation Counsel

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Assistant Corporation Counsel Explore. Thrive. Belong.
Jefferson County is the Heart of the Heartland. We offer the best of
Wisconsin living with safe, family oriented, vibrant business and civic
communities surrounded by picturesque farmland. Jefferson County is
proud of our small-town living options and easy access to major urban
centers. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Under the general direction of the
Corporation Counsel, the purpose of this position is to provide legal
services, representation, and advice to Jefferson County Administrator,
County Board of Supervisors and its committees, and County officers and
departments. SOME ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES The responsibilities of
this role are evenly divided with 50% of the responsibilities focused on
Human Services, and 50% focused on the Child Support Agency. Human
Services Department duties: Represents the interests of Jefferson County
Human Services Department at trial court and appellate level in
Termination of Parental Rights (TPR), Children in Need of Protection and
Services (CHIPS), administrative appeals regarding substantiated
determinations of child abuse or neglect, and juvenile guardianship
cases. Makes independent decisions concerning preparation, discovery,
pre-trial litigation and trial of cases in areas of responsibility,
under the direction of the Corporation Counsel. Researches and drafts
legal memoranda or briefs which advise elected officials, the County
Administrator, department heads and county staff on specific issues of
law. Drafts or supervises drafting of legal documents and correspondence
by paralegal staff. Keeps current on new laws and regulations and inform
other members of the staff of new laws or regulations that affect their
work. Child Support Agency Duties: Represents the interest of the State
of Wisconsin and appears in court in legal actions to establish, enforce
and modify child support, establish paternity and establish and enforce
medical support as well as related matters. Performs legal research
related to child support matters and negotiates settlements. Prepares,
reviews, approves and files actions, legal documents and correspondence
with the court through the electronic filing portal (e-filing). Reviews,
interprets, implements and keeps current on Federal and State child
support laws, administrative rules, regulations and procedures.
Interprets law, policy and answers legal questions for agency staff.
Communicates with case parties to explain policy, answer questions and
negotiate agreements OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Requirements: Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school. Minimum of
three years experience in professional practice of law. Licensed to
practice law in Wisconsin. Valid drivers license. Must be able to
successfully pass an FBI background check and financial background
check. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://apps.jeffersoncountywi.gov/jc/job/detail/1449Assistant%20Corporation%20Counsel