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Job Posting:

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Agency Information:

Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services Protecting Kansans, Promoting Recovery and Supporting Self Sufficiency https://www.kdads.ks.gov/ About the

Position:

Who can apply:

Anyone Classified/Unclassified Service:

Unclassified Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Regular/Temporary:

Regular Work Schedule:

M-F Eligible to

Receive Benefits:

Yes Veterans' Preference Eligible:

Yes Disability Preference Eligible:

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Legal Counsel Compensation :

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits:

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Fitness Centers in select locations Employee discounts with the STAR Program (http://oitsapps.ks.gov/da/ops/star/) Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

The attorney position provides legal advice and counsel for the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) and defends the Agency and its administration of programs in all types of litigation. Provides staff with legal interpretations of state and federal laws, regulations, and policies. Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Legal-Administrative and Litigation The attorney represents KDADS before administrative law judges , , district courts, and appellate courts. Conducts and completes legal research related to cases or issues involving the Agency. Drafts and completes correspondence, pleadings, petitions, answers, motions, briefs, reviews documents, interviews witnesses, and completes hearings and trials. Case types may include, abuse, neglect and exploitation, , sexual predator treatment program, and others as assigned. Cases may be assigned to the attorney specifically, or as a member of a team. Team leadership will vary from case to case. The attorney has contact with agency staff, private attorneys, administrative law judges, district judges and district court staff during the course of processing assigned cases. The work product is reviewed by KDADS Chief Counsel and/or KDADS Senior Counsel. The position provides legal advice to the KORA Officer, including legal research and assisting with document review related to KORA requests. Counsel The incumbent counsels and advises KDADS personnel on the status of the law with regard to their duties, obligations, and potential liabilities and provides advice and counsel on emergent issues. Duties may also include training programs for agency personnel concerning legal matters, providing written memorandums, conducting legal research, attending assigned meetings in an advisory capacity, and similar duties to further the work of the agency. Provides assistance to the State Hospitals and KDADS Commissions in drafting and reviewing of policies. Special Tasks Special tasks as assigned by the Supervisor and KDADS Chief Counsel, including appointment to special project teams. Completes special projects and performs other duties as assigned including but not limited to ensuring the agency is adequately staffed during and immediately following natural and/or manmade disasters, infectious disease outbreaks, and/or acts of terrorism. Assists other employees in the work unit in accomplishing assignments, as necessary.

Qualifications:

State Minimum Requirements:

Law Degree with evidence of current Kansas licensure to practice law in good standing is required Unrestricted License to operate a state vehicle

Travel Preferred:

Strongly prefer individual with a positive attitude and demonstrated experience and aptitude for detail oriented legal work with an excellent command of grammar, writing and proofreading skills, teamwork experience, exceptional organization and communication skills, adaptability, flexibility, and assertiveness. Recruiter Contact Information KDADS

• Human Resources Recruiter 503 S.

Kansas Ave Topeka, KS 66603

Phone:

785-296-0463

Fax:

785-368-6688

Email:

KDADS.APPLY

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Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate:

A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue

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K.S.A. 73-201

will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager. Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference (https://admin.ks.gov/services/state-employment-center/veterans) How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager. Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference (https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs/disability-hiring-preference)

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The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be scanned and emailed to Gustavo.

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