Assistant Attorney General - Department for Children & Families Job at State of Vermont, Waterbury, VT

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  • State of Vermont
  • Waterbury, VT

Job Description

How to Apply

Do not apply online. Please apply by sending your statement of interest, resume, a brief writing sample, and references to Tim Connors at timothy.connors@vermont.gov . Please ensure that all resumes include all Bar admission information as well as date admitted. Please indicate “AAG - DCF” in the subject line of your email. Application deadline:  December 22, 2025.

Overview

The Vermont Office of the Attorney General, Department for Children and Families, Family Services Legal Division, has an immediate opening for an energetic and talented full-time Assistant Attorney General who will be responsible for representing the Department for Children and Families before the Human Services Board.

Description

The responsibilities of this position include litigating Family Division cases before the Vermont Superior Courts and representing the Department in administrative appeals before the Human Services Board. Other duties include contract review, related administrative legal work, and training family service workers in all aspects of the litigation process. Travel across the state will be required. Located in Waterbury, the AAG will be responsible for handling litigation in Vermont Superior Courts, Family Division.

Compensation

This Assistant Attorney General position is an exempt full-time position. Salary and benefits will be based upon qualifications and experience in accordance with the State of Vermont Attorney Pay Plan . The State of Vermont offers a benefit package rivaling any employer in Vermont, which includes a top-notch health care plan, generous sick and annual leave, and employer contribution to pension plans. Further, the Attorney General’s Office recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance and support the use of flexible workplace arrangements in accordance with applicable policies.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must be a member in good standing of the Vermont bar, or eligible to waive in.

Preference will be given to applicants with three years of relevant experience, especially in Vermont, but newly admitted attorneys are welcome to apply.

Candidates should have excellent oral and written communication skills and be capable of working as part of a team.

Candidates must be willing to travel and work independently, but within the structure of a government legal team.

Self-reliance, IT skills and knowledge of state and federal mental health law, regulations and policies are a plus. 

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Immediate start, Flexible hours,

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