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Attorney I, II- Legal Department

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Unified Government of Wyandotte County

Wichita, KS (In Person)

$90,074 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/20/2026

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Job Description

As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer criminal history background check, physical examination and drug screen. All employees must also submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Unified Government Legal Department experiences a range of exciting opportunities unusual in today's legal profession. Our attorneys interact with and provide legal opinions to elected officials, the County Administrator, and UG and BPU staff. Our team exists to provide quality and cost effective legal and related services for its client: the unified city and county government, the Board of Public Utilities, as well as many other boards and commissions. We handle or monitor litigation filed against or on behalf of the UG, BPU, or its representatives. We review and prepare contracts and draft and review policies, ordinances, and resolutions. We handle claims and tax appeal cases and conduct delinquent tax sales. We acquire property through eminent domain process, and we prosecute all violations of city ordinances in Municipal Court. And we do all of this in a collaborative environment that provides a second-to-none work experience with NO billable hours! We are excited to announce that we are adding to our team of legal professionals. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to handle labor and employment matters and other workplace related legal issues, review contracts, represent the Unified Government's various departments in civil litigation, create and provide legal training and other legal assignments that promise both variety and professional development. Thank you for considering our team in your search. A legal career in public service is both challenging and rewarding - we are excited to hear from you!
Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate degree and licensed to practice law in the State of Kansas required.
Salary Range:
$79,497.60-$100,651.20/yr. The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values an inclusive workforce. If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call (913) 573-5660 or email jobs@wycokck.org.
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Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS Learn more about us on our Website.