Kansas Judicial Branch

Staff Attorney - Kansas Supreme Court Office of Judicial Administration

Topeka, KS - Full Time

Position number:                                K0205339

Location of Employment:                  Kansas Judicial Center, Topeka, Kansas 66612

Position/Salary and Benefits:          Staff Attorney, grade 51, $ 84,352 to $ 92,961 (starting salary)                                                                     based upon experience 

Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)       

Job Duties:  The Office of Judicial Administration seeks a full-time, Kansas-licensed attorney. A hybrid work arrangement with some flexibility to work from home may be available for this position, dependent on continuing supervisor approval.

The ideal applicant must have excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills; exceptional organizational, analytical, and project management skills; excellent attention to detail; and the ability to multitask and be self-motivated. The applicant must be able to work independently and collaborate with and take direction from others. This position requires the ability to meet deadlines and handle stressful situations. Some work-related travel may be required.

Duties of this position include:
  • providing legal advice and assistance to judicial branch officers and employees;
  • providing representation and advice regarding personnel and employment law issues;
  • providing representation in administrative hearings and court proceedings;
  • drafting, editing, and reviewing contracts, letters, policies, rules, manuals, and other documents;
  • researching and drafting legal memoranda and legislative bill summaries;
  • assisting with training judges, court managers, and staff;
  • staffing judicial branch committees;
  • overseeing and managing projects;
  • analyzing and applying laws and rules;
  • using Westlaw and other resources to research and analyze legal and policy issues; and
  • other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience: Degree from accredited law school and an active Kansas law license. Legal experience in the areas of civil litigation, criminal law, contracts, or human resources a plus. Prior law review, research attorney, or appellate experience preferred.

The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process.  A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch.  If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact [email protected] or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.

THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER
 
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