Attorney-Legal Counsel 3.13.25

The Division of Legal Services (DLS) is looking for a Legal Counsel to represent the Department in our Western Region litigation office located in Raytown, MO. This office represents DSS in the 8th, 15th, 17th, 27th, 43rd, 5th, 4th and 3rd Circuits.

Job Posting Number: 4105 8869004

Job Location: This position reports to the Joseph P. Teasdale State Building, 8800 E 63rd St., 520-C, Raytown, 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, services 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 a 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 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 doctor from an accredited institution and membership in 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.

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.

If you have questions about this position, please contact Taran Parker at Taran.Parker@dss.mo.gov . If you experience accessibility issues while applying, please contact Courtney Hall at Courtney.A.Hall@dss.mo.gov or call 573-526-0416.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.