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Child Support Attorney III - IV

Recruitment #19-313180-01

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Introduction

WHY JOIN US AT SOLANO COUNTY? 

COMMITMENT TO SERVICE: Our mission is to serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work and play.

We serve the public in many different ways, including:
• Providing primary medical, dental, alcohol, drug and mental health services to residents, including the uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved
• Providing law enforcement services in the unincorporated area of the county
• Protecting the community from public health threats such as communicable diseases
• Coordinating countywide responses to domestic violence and terrorism or other emergencies
• Managing the criminal justice process after arrest (jail, prosecution, probation)
• Supporting other local governments through efficient property tax collection as mandated by the State, County and local jurisdictions; and,
• Administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, and land use planning

OUR EMPLOYEES: Our diverse workforce is committed to fulfilling this mission and does so by exemplifying our IDEAL Core Values, engaging in our day to day work of serving the public with Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership.

WHY WE EXIST

Improving the Lives of Solano County Children  

California's child support program works with parents and guardians to ensure children and families receive court-ordered financial and medical support. Child support services are available to the general public through a network of 48 county and regional child support agencies. Solano County Department of Child Support Services serves approximately 17,000 families. Some of the services provided include: locating a parent; establishing paternity; establishing, modifying and enforcing court order for child support; and establishing, modifying and enforcing an order for health coverage. 

The mission of the Department of Child Support Services is to promote parental responsibility to enhance the well-being of children by providing child support services to establish parentage and collect child support.  The core purpose is helping children enjoy life today while dreaming big for tomorrow.

To learn more about the Department of Child Support Services please visit our website: http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/dcss

THE POSITION

The Child Support Attorney series performs a range of professional legal work in civil litigation activities of child support cases and child support enforcement.

Please review the video and brochure below to learn more about the Department of Child Support.

To see a video with information about the Department of Child Support, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wO0BhiG1CW4&feature=youtu.be

To see a brochure with information about the Department of Child Support, please visit: http://www.childsup.ca.gov/portals/0/resources/docs/pub160_english.pdf

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

Active membership in the State Bar of California;

AND

for Child Support Attorney III ($113,891.16 - $138,436.08/year)- two years of experience as an attorney in the practice of public or family law or four years as a general practicing attorney OR one year of experience performing duties equivalent to a Child Support Attorney II in Solano County.

for Child Support Attorney IV ($131,000.76 - $159,232.20/year) - three years of experience as an attorney in the practice of public or family law or six years as a general practicing attorney OR one year of experience performing duties equivalent to Deputy District Attorney III or Child Support Attorney III with Solano County.

To view the job descriptions, please visit:

Child Support Attorney III: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15589

Child Support Attorney IV: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15591

Supplemental Information:

Independent travel will be required. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Class C Driver’s License may be required.

Positions allocated to this class are exempt from the provisions of the County’s Civil Service ordinances. Incumbents are hired and retained at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

Incumbents may be required to work outside normal business hours.  Modified work schedules and telecommuting for up to two days may be available.

Candidates for positions in this class will be required to pass a background investigation in accordance with applicable law, regulation and/or policy.

BENEFITS/ WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage for the 2019 calendar year is $1,498.09 per month. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage.

Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.  

 

Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security.  

 

Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 3 years. Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year.

 

The County observes 12 fixed, paid holidays per year. 

 

Effective July 1 of each year, employees are granted 64 hours of Attorney Time Off. Effective July 1, 2016 employees are granted 80 hour of Attorney Time Off.  

 

Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 20, 25, 30, and 35 years.

 

To view the benefits for this position, please visit:
http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16491

CULTURE OF LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Solano County is committed to “Invest In and For the Future” by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization. While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs:

• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Annual Education Fair
• County Mentoring Program
• Leadership Academy
• Supervisory Trainings
• Skill Development Trainings
• Self-paced learning opportunities

SELECTION PROCESS

06/30/2019 - Deadline to submit application

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.  These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com, to apply. Applications must be submitted through the JobAps system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted with the Document Cover Sheet, available on the employment website: https://jobapscloud.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the Department of Human Resources’ office,  and are due by the final filing date.

Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield 94533. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

There is no required document submittal for this recruitment; however, all applicants are required to enter their active California State Bar Number on their submitted employment application. If applicants wish to submit additional documents details for submittal follow.

How to Submit Your Documents

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person, by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA 94533, by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email at recruitment@solanocounty.com.  When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (Child Support Attorney III-IV) and the recruitment number (19-313180-01). If submitting documents by email include the recruitment title and recruitment number in the subject field.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants’ qualifications for this position and assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely.  Omitted information will not be considered or assumed.  Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state "no experience in this area" instead of leaving the space blank.

Please note that the experience in your answers must be reflected in your employment history.

1

Do you possess an active membership in the California Bar Association?
Yes No
2

If you are currently an active member of the California State Bar Association, please type your California State Bar Number below.
3

If you have worked at a Department of Child Support Services agency, describe the nature and scope of the responsibilities you handled in your job there.   Include a description of the attorney workflow organization at that Local Child Support Agency, how you prepared for court hearings, and your experience with trials, discovery, contempts, and complex civil procedure problems.
4

If you have work experience as a non-Department Child Support Services family law attorney, describe that experience, including the structure of the office, the types of matters you handled there, and the range and scope of your family law practice experience, including discovery and trial work.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:  Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215.

This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment.  Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

SOLANO COUNTY

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OUR COMMUNITY

Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play… The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People for six straight years—the only California community with that distinction. 

  •  Live – Solano County as well as cities within the County have ranked in the top 15 hottest markets across the country and within the Bay Area due to prime location and affordability.
  • Learn – Higher education abounds! Within the County, education choices include: Solano Community College, CSU Maritime Academy, Brandman University, and Touro University. Bordering our County is the renowned University of California Davis.
  • Work – The blend of agriculture, corporate business and pleasant lifestyle enhance the attraction of Solano County. Blessed with a thriving agricultural economy, the county is also home to biotechnology and other growth industries.
  • Play - Situated midway between San Francisco and Sacramento—the State capitol, Solano County is home to rolling hillsides, waterfronts and fertile farmland. County residents can enjoy day trips to the San Francisco Bay area, Lake Tahoe region and the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. 

County Population (2018): 439,793 

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. 

 SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER