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11/9/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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The Office of the Attorney General, Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) General Counsel, is seeking a
highly skilled attorney to provide legal support to the department in the administration of the Commonwealth’s
Title IV D Child Support Program. The position plays a vital role in ensuring legal compliance, fiscal
accountability, and program integrity through expert legal drafting, contract review, and policy development.

Drafts, reviews, and revises legal documents, including contracts, memoranda of understanding (MOUs),
request for proposal (RFPs), and policy guidance related to Title IV D operations.
Provides legal advice and counsel to DCSS leadership and program staff on matters involving state and
federal child support statutes, administrative regulations, and compliance standards.
Assists in the interpretation and implementation of federal regulations under the Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR) and related Kentucky statutes.
Develops and reviews policy and procedure documents to ensure alignment with legal requirements and best
practices.
Represents the program in administrative or quasi-judicial proceedings, as appropriate, under the
direction of the Office of General Counsel.
Conducts legal research and drafts legal opinions, correspondence, and reports concerning program
operations, funding, and intergovernmental agreements.
Collaborates with fiscal and program management staff to ensure contracts and procurement actions meet
statutory and policy standards.
Coordinates with County Attorney partners and other stakeholders to address operational and compliance
questions.
Assists in responding to legislative, audit, or oversight inquiries related to child support laws and
funding.

Comprehensive knowledge of legal principles, statutory interpretation, and administrative law.
Excellent legal writing, drafting, and editing skills with strong attention to detail and clarity.
Working knowledge of government contracting and procurement law, particularly as applied to service
agreements and public funding.
Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal staff and external partners.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to propose legally sound and practical
solutions.
Discretion, integrity, and professionalism in handling sensitive or confidential matters.
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced governmental environment.
Proficiency with legal research platforms (e.g. Westlaw) and Microsoft Office applications, including
advanced Word and Excel functions used in drafting, and document tracking.
Experience with child support enforcement (Title IV D) programs or related human services programs.
Prior government experience in contract drafting, procurement, or program compliance.
Familiarity with federal child support regulations (45 CFR Parts 302, 303, and 304).
Familiarity with ADA compliance, personnel matters, and, or, employment law.

EDUCATION:Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Five (5) years of experience practicing law, preferably involving government, administrative,
contract, or family law
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must be an active member in good standing with the Kentucky Bar Association (or eligible for
immediate reciprocity)
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Stacy Byrns-Taulbee at [email protected] or (502) 696-5300.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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