Assistant County Solicitor - Mental Health

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Job Title: Assistant County Solicitor - Mental Health

Company Name:	Allegheny County Careers
Location:	Pittsburgh, PA
Position Type:	Full Time
Post Date:	03/03/2026
Expire Date:	04/09/2026
Job Categories:	Social & Human Services, Education, Government and Policy, Legal, Real Estate, Counseling

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Assistant County Solicitor - Mental Health
<div class="input-group"> Position Title: Assistant County Solicitor - Mental Health <div id="MainContent_noresults"> Salary: $60,000.00 to $68,000.00 per year, commensurate with experience How to Apply: Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application. <div id="box" style="border: solid; padding: 15px; border-color: gold; background-color: lightgray;"> Minimum Requirements: A Law Degree from an accredited law school, an active license to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, AND minimum of two (2) years of experience as a practicing attorney. Preference will be given to applicants who possess experience in governmental law and/or human services background, as well as experience or knowledge of HIPAA compliance. It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position </div> Position Summary: Overview: Duties: <ul><li>Provides legal advice and representation for involuntary/voluntary mental health hearings.</li><li>Prepares and presents guardianship petitions.</li><li>Represents the County at DHS Bureau of Hearings and Appeals hearings.</li><li>Advise Department of Human Services on various legal issues - Involuntary Civil Commitment Hearings and expungement/restoration of firearms hearings.</li><li>Act as a subject matter expert and point of contact for other County Departments and interact with legal counsel for providers and other outside organizations.</li><li>Participate in petition for review hearings in Orphans’ Court.</li><li>File guardianship petitions in Orphans’ Court on behalf of various County Departments.</li><li>File/respond to Superior Court appeals.</li><li>Performs other related work as required or requested.</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: <ul><li>Federal, state and local confidentiality laws, regulations and procedures; particularly Mental Health Procedures Act.</li><li>HIPAA and related regulations and procedures.</li><li>Judicial and administrative procedures and Rules of Evidence.</li></ul> Skill in: <ul><li>Microsoft Office Products.</li></ul> Ability to: <ul><li>Assess client situations and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.</li><li>Explain and apply Mental Health Procedures Act to lay persons.</li><li>Work with a diverse and challenging client population.</li><li>Prepare various legal documents, e.g. pleadings, legal briefs, etc. </li><li>Review and analyze proposed statutes, rules, and regulations with increased attention to detail.</li><li>Develop productive working relationships with staff, attorneys, and the public.</li></ul> Residency: Allegheny County within 1 year. Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates. <div id="Needtocenterandbold" class=" text-md-center font-weight-bold"> AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - M/F/V/D </div> <div id="Needtocenterandbold2" class=" text-md-center font-weight-bold"> <a href="https://apps.alleghenycounty.us/HRJobApplication/firstpage.aspx?id=2984" id="MainContent_Applyonline">Apply Online</a> </div> </div> </div>

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