JOB
Job Summary: Performs a variety of tasks to assist with status and delinquency actions, child abuse and neglect petitions, termination of parental rights actions, and appellate work. This position is a zealous advocate in child protection cases, which provides research, technical support, representation, and interpretation of law. The duties and responsibilities in this Job Description are not a comprehensive list and Buchanan County reserves the right to assign, reassign or eliminate the duties and responsibilities of this job either orally or in writing. The scope of the job may be changed at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other reasons deemed appropriate by the County. This Job Description does not constitute an Employment Agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change, according to the business needs of Buchanan County.Passing of a drug screening required prior to appointmentPassing of a background check prior to appointment Buchanan County is anEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for the professional legal level work in the enforcement and administration of the Missouri juvenile justice systemRepresents the Juvenile OfficeNo outside practice of law is allowedReads and digests opinions, prepares briefs, motions and documents, and extracts excerpts pertinent to points of law and factResponsible for maintaining a diverse case load, which includes Juvenile Court, Circuit Court, and Administrative Hearing cases. Compiles references on laws and decisions necessary for legal determinations Appears for all juvenile court hearingsMust analyze pending legislation for changes in court procedures Other Duties and Responsibilities: May be required to supervise subordinates if required by the circumstance Perform all other duties as assigned
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must be able to work with a high degree of independenceMust be able to protect highly confidential information Must have a positive attitudeMust be motivated and eager to be part of a team that is dedicated to the best interests of childrenMust have considerable knowledge of general law, state laws, established precedent and sources of legal references. Ability to analyze, appraise and organize facts, evidence and precedents concerning assigned cases and to prepare written opinions Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with othersMust possess excellent customer service, written and oral communication skills, and be dedicated to professionalism Must be able to work outside normal work hours in the event of an emergent situationStrong attention to detail and organization skillsWorking Environment/Physical Requirements: The majority of work is performed in a professional office setting and is generally sedentary. Must possess vision to read printed materials and computer screen and to correspond via email. Must possess hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Ability to operate a motor vehicle. Cognitive ability to understand and convey complex information is a must. Employee Behavior and Conduct: County employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner. Employees should respect their colleagues, and extend courtesy to those with whom they come in contact both internally and externally during the performance of their job duties.