Assistant Attorney General

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy: To be considered, please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample of no more than ten pages, and a law school transcript (if practicing law for less than four years) in addition to the online application. Agency Information: The Office of the Kansas Attorney General and the Kansas Board of Nursing are accepting applications to fill an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) position in our Civil Division, Legal Oversight and Government Counsel (LOGiC) section to be assigned to perform complex legal work for the Kansas State Board of Nursing (KSBN).

The Office of the Kansas Attorney General’s (OAG’s) Civil Division operates as a general-service law firm for the State of Kansas and it many constituent agencies. We provide legal advice as general counsel to agencies across state government, we represent State agencies, institutions of higher education, and employees sued in state and federal court for personal injuries, property damage, employment discrimination, and more.

The Office of the Kansas Attorney General aims to hire dynamic team players who exemplify the highest standards of integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. Maturity and a willingness to help others are essential to this position. About the Position Who can apply: Anyone Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified Full-Time/Part-Time: Part-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes Application Deadline: Open Until Filled; screening begins immediately and continues until filled Compensation: Annual Salary Range: $90,000 - $102,365 * Note: 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 Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information Job Responsibilities: Serve as an attorney for the Kansas Board of Nursing pursuant to KSA 74-1106.

This involves providing legal advice and counsel or opinions to the Board or Executive Director regarding the enforcement of the Kansas Nurse Practice Act (KNPA) Provide legal advice on the Board’s actions to deny, revoke, suspend, limit, or publicly or privately censure a license, levy administrative fines, seek injunctive relief, and refer for criminal prosecution.

Attend KSBN meetings as requested Serve as the disciplinary counsel in actions taken by the KSBN, which requires the review of cases investigated by the KSBN, prosecuting matters, and preparing orders promptly. This may also involve representing KSBN in any appeals before the Kansas Court of Appeals or the Kansas Supreme Court.

Respond to correspondence, email, and telephone calls from licensed nurses, businesses, or the public. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They may not include all job duties performed by employees on this job title, and additional duties may be added.

Travel: Infrequent to occasional travel both within and outside the state of Kansas for meetings, depositions, hearings, trials, training, and other investigation- and litigation-related duties will be required.

Qualifications

Licensing & Certification Membership in good standing with the Bar of the Supreme Court of Kansas or eligible for admission on waiver A valid driver’s license Minimum Qualifications At least two (2) years post-J.D. experience Preferred Qualifications Experience advising executive decision-makers on legal topics Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: As a condition of employment, candidate(s) are subject to a pre-employment screening process to include a fingerprint and name-based criminal history records check and reference/background check of past and present employers.

The pre-employment screening process will be waived for current OAG personnel who have previously completed the screening requirements In this position, you would be authorized access to private information to the extent necessary to perform the assigned duties. Employees of the OAG are required to protect against unauthorized access to such information, ensure the security and privacy of such information, and disclose any anticipated threats or hazards to such information.

Employees must be cautious not to release this information to the public or other individuals, including but not limited to OAG employees who have not been authorized or who do not have a legitimate organizational, departmental, or business need to know. Any questions regarding releasing such information to another person should be directed to the employee’s supervisor.

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.

Please be encouraged if you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, 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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