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Suffolk County Community College

Assistant County Attorney

Suffolk County Community College, Pearl River, New York, United States

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Suffolk County Community College The Suffolk County Attorney’s Office is searching for attorneys to handle legal issues relating to the operation of County government in the Family Court and Social Services Bureau.

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We are looking for the most qualified candidates to join our ranks, with the objective of recruiting those with diverse backgrounds, a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to public service and justice. The attorneys will appear in Family Court and handle serious and complex cases involving child abuse and neglect, juvenile delinquency and/or child support cases.

Key Responsibilities

Successful candidates should have demonstrated interest in criminal and/or family law and have strong oral and written communication skills. Attorneys must possess excellent judgment, exceptional organizational abilities, strong leadership skills and strong interpersonal skills. Must be able to work collaboratively with County Attorney staff, other attorneys, Court staff and Child Protective Services in a fast paced and demanding environment.

Benefits For You Now And Your Future

Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage Pension Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers. Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays. Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.

Qualifications

This is a position open to applicants who are admitted to the New York State Bar

AND

Possess experience in or background in

Family or Criminal Law

.

This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time Sponsorship is not available for this role Remote work is not available for this role

Salary Range: $80,000 to $120,000

Compensation is commensurate with experience

Schedule: Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

This position will involve some travel to Riverhead

Additional Position Details

Commitment to public service and a strong academic record; Capacity for fairness, a strong work ethic and sound problem-solving and decision-making skills. Interact with Child Protective Services, Department of Social Services including Medicaid and Child Support Enforcement Bureau as well as all counsel, families, and witnesses with kindness and professionalism.

IMPORTANT: Must be a Suffolk County resident within five years of commencing your employment

Suffolk County’s Commitment To Diversity, Inclusion & Equity

Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan. We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices. We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Seniority level

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Employment type Full-time Job function

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