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This is legal research work. Work involves performing a variety of duties in assisting attorneys or administrative officials in the legal matters of a state agency.

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

• Job Posting closes: open until filled

Agency Information:

Kansas Department for Children and Families
Child Support Services
Administration - Negotiable Statewide

NOTE: this position can work remotely

www.dcf.ks.gov

About the Position

• Eligible to Receive Benefits: No
• Who can apply: External
• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Compensation: $18.00 an hour

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

Position Summary & Responsibilities

This is legal research work. Work involves performing a variety of duties in assisting attorneys or administrative officials in the legal matters of a state agency. Work includes performing legal research for attorneys to use in preparing legal opinions or actions; compiling administrative transcripts; and writing opinions on researched legal cases and reports as to their pertinence in specific situations.

View the full position description: http://content.dcf.ks.gov/hr/careers/K0244742.pdf

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and a currently enrolled law student.
• Preferred Qualifications: Successful completion of 12 hours of graduate legal coursework. Security clearance must be maintained throughout appointment. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Teams. Basic understanding of Westlaw.
• Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Security Clearance: A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF.
• Minimum Qualifications: Enrollment in or completion of an accredited college or university law school degree program.

Recruiter Contact Information

• Please be sure and reference this Job ID Number: 207427
• Email: [email protected]

Job Application Process

• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
• First Sign in or register as a New User.
• Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page
• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
  • Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
  • Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
  • Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page
  
  
• Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page

• Cover letter
• Transcripts - can be unofficial
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
• Resume
• State of Kansas online application

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.