Social Services Attorney

Plans, coordinates, supervises the activities of the legal division of the Social Services Department. This is an administrative position, reporting to the Commissioner, involving dled by the department. The position is in supervisory control of the part-time Social Services Attorneys, as well as units involved directly in court matters, such as Resources and Fraud investigation. Does related work as necessary. Updated 7/9/2020

university with a law degree AND two (2) years court experience representing cases dealing with issues such as child welfare, fraud, recoupment of funds, or estate settlements.

There will be no written or oral test for this examination. It is essential that you give complete and accurate information on the application form. You must also submit official college transcripts to this office by the time your name is certified. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will receive a rating based upon an evaluation of your training & experience against the duties of the position being tested.

Candidates must have been legal residents of Niagara County for at least one (1) month immediately preceding the date of the written examination and such residency must continue until the time of appointment.