Attorney

JOB ID 217757-Attorney II

Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.gov

Legal Services

Kansas City Region / Negotiable within Kansas City, Overland Park, Lawrence, Leavenworth, and Atchison

Position Summary & Responsibilities

The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here! Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose!

The attorney is responsible for providing sound legal advice and consultation to DCF program staff, managers, and regional leadership promptly. The attorney works collaboratively with the Child Protection Specialist (CPS) and Adult Protection Specialist (APS) staff regarding cases of abuse and neglect. The attorney also provides legal advice to the Economic and Employment Services staff (EES). The attorney is tasked with responding to records request from a variety of entities. The attorney files necessary objections, if required. The attorney also reviews contracts, journal entries and court orders as needed. The attorney is responsible for defending DCF in administrative appeals filed by individuals who have been affirmed or substantiated for abuse or neglect in front of the office of Administrative Hearings. An additional duty of the attorney is to prepare and file guardianships/conservatorships on behalf of the Adult Protective Services Division of DCF. The attorney will have ongoing communications and contact with program staff, other attorneys, judges, hearing officers, governmental employees and officers, community partners, contractor’s staff, and community representatives to ensure that DCF’s work is carried out efficiently and accurately. The attorney will conduct research as needed to interpret new cases, statues, and case law as well as changes in regulations that may impact DCF policies and programs. This position will have a tele work component.

View the full position description: http://content.dcf.ks.gov/hr/careers/K0236690.pdf

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Kansas or temporary permit to practice law issued by the Supreme Court of Kansas at the time of hire.

Must maintain valid driver’s license throughout employment.

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. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.

· Tax Clearance: Candidates offered employment in a State of Kansas position will need to apply for a Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days of being offered a position. For more information, visit the KDOR Tax Clearance Request Information page at https://www.ksrevenue.gov/taxclearance.html.

Veteran's Preference:

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: https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs/veterans-preference.

How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager. Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference at the following link: https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs/disability-hiring-preference

PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785) 296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator

Office of Personnel Services

Landon State Office Building

900 SW Jackson, Rm 401

Topeka, KS 66612

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.

E-Verify

DCF participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For more information on State of Kansas employment opportunities and benefits, visit the State of Kansas Career Portal at www.jobs.ks.gov.