JOB ID 212685

Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.gov
Legal Services
Administration/Topeka

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 Legal Assistant position is responsible for responding to and managing assigned records requests submitted by community members, state agencies, and various other individuals and entities. Confidential information will be handled frequently, and the Clerk will routinely obtain records from confidential electronic databases and various internal departments. This position requires strong organizational and time-management skills to successfully comply with statutory deadlines while still providing accurate and professional responses to DCF clients. The position is supervised by General Counsel and will have access to training

View the full position description: http://content.dcf.ks.gov/hr/careers/K0228032.pdf

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Six months experience as a legal assistant, paralegal or legal secretary. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency

Preferred Qualifications: College degree and some legal training. A law degree is not require

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: If offered a position of employment, a valid/current Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate must be submitted. Visit the KDOR Tax Clearance Request Information page for more information.

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.

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

INDADMIN

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,171.20 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Topeka, KS 66603