# Deputy Associate General Counsel for Children, Families, and Aging Division

Hiring organization: [Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/office-of-the-secretary-of-health-and-human-services)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/b913744e-850f-46f8-8649-f0fccc05150b

Listed on Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Executive
- Location: Washington, DC
- Salary: 151661 – 228000 USD per year

## Summary

This senior legal role at the HHS Office of the General Counsel leads the Children, Families, and Aging Division's legal operations, managing litigation, regulatory compliance, and counsel for federal human services programs. It suits experienced attorneys who have managed large legal teams and handled complex policy and litigation matters affecting vulnerable populations.

_Our summary, not Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services's wording._

## Skills named

Administrative Law

## Required

- Licensed to practice law in a U.S. state, D.C., Puerto Rico, or U.S. territorial court
- J.D. or LL.B. degree
- Demonstrated leadership managing sensitive and complex policy issues involving children, families, and aging
- Demonstrated leadership directing attorneys and legal staff, setting priorities, and managing high-volume complex litigation
- Knowledge of American government system and commitment to constitutional law and rule of law
- Ability to strategically manage resources and pursue efficiency
- Technical competence to produce exceptional-quality legal work
- Ability to lead, inspire, and hold individuals accountable

## Nice to have

- Senior Executive Service membership or SES certification (may waive formal qualification responses)
- Experience working with Department of Justice on federal litigation
- Experience coordinating with multiple federal and state agencies

Apply on Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/888876200