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Position Type: Unclassified (At-Will), Full-Time, Benefits-Eligible
Position Location: Topeka, Kansas
Compensation Range: Commensurate with experience
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The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts seeks a licensed Attorney to serve as Assistant General Counsel. Under the direction of the General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel will perform complex legal work, including research, preparing legal opinions and briefs, litigation in district and appellate courts, and a wide range of internal advice and counsel to the agency. This position will be given independent latitude to complete work and will be expected to consistently exercise independent judgment. Litigation experience and strong legal writing skills are preferred. Experience with healthcare law, the healthcare sector, or administrative law is helpful but not required.
The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts is a regulatory agency which has licensing, regulatory and enforcement jurisdiction over 16 health care professions and approximately 29,000 licensees. The State of Kansas as an employer offers remarkable benefits that are invaluable to the professional and personal lives of our employees. At the KSBHA, we reward our staff's hard work by providing training and promotional opportunities and a work environment that is supportive of a healthy work/life balance.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited school of law. Licensed to practice law in the State of Kansas and U.S. District Court. A demonstrated track record of providing a positive, creative, problem-solving approach to challenging legal issues that focuses on providing a high-quality product. Outstanding work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality. A minimum of three years active practice of law required. Familiarity with professional licensure laws and knowledge of Kansas administrative procedure law is helpful. Considerable knowledge of state and federal laws, and judicial procedures is required. Thorough knowledge of legal and medical research methods is helpful. Candidates must have an active Kansas law license that is in good standing.
How to Apply:
The application process has 3 REQUIRED STEPS:
STEP 1: register by completing the online Personal Data Form (https://admin.ks.gov/services/state-employment-center/sec-home/state-employment/register-personal-data) (Skip this step if you already have an Applicant ID number.);
STEP 2: complete the State of Kansas Application Form ( https://admin.ks.gov/services/state-employment-center/sec-home/state-employment/apply ) and submit to the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts; and
STEP 3: email these additional required documents to Recruiter at ksbha_recruitment@ks.gov Include the job requisition number and your last name in the subject line:
· Cover letter, resume , and three professional references
· Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate
· Current writing sample that has been independently prepared and includes a motion, memo, or brief that shows legal analysis of a complex issue(s).
KANSAS TAX CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE REQUIRED:
Each applicant applying for a State of Kansas job vacancy must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's website at http://www.ksrevenue.org/taxclearance.html A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. All applicants, including current state employees, are responsible for submitting a valid certificate with all other application materials to the hiring agency. This is in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact 785-296-3199.
Recruiter Contact Information:
Email: ksbha_recruitment@ks.gov
Agency Information:
Kansas State Board of Healing Arts
800 SW Jackson, Lower Level-Suite A
Topeka, KS 66612
How You Will Be Evaluated:
Your application will be considered incomplete and you may be found ineligible if you fail to submit all required documentation. Your application will be reviewed to ensure you meet the minimum and any necessary special requirements.
A pre-employment background and criminal history record check will be performed as part of the recruitment process.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact the agency recruiter if reasonable accommodations are needed for any part of the application or hiring process.
The Kansas Board of Healing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
| Class/Uncl | Full/Part Time: | Grade: | Hiring Rate: | Pay Frequency: |
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| U | F | 001 | $0.00 | Biweekly |