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Attorney - Saline County

Saline County is accepting applications for Attorney until the position is filled.

$67,870.40/Per year Step 1 to $115,003.20/Per year Step 20 - Depending on Qualifications

**New graduates will be considered**

**Salary will start closer to $85,000**

Job Duties

Represents the State of Kansas, assigned by the County Attorney to possibly include felony, misdemeanor or traffic cases.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Graduation from a college or university with a four-year bachelor-level degree.

2. Graduation from an American Bar Association-accredited school of law with a Juris Doctor.

3. Admitted to practice law before the Kansas Supreme Court and all inferior courts of the State of Kansas. Admitted to practice law before the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

1. Two years of experience in the practice of law, preferably as a trial lawyer in the area of criminal law.

2. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

3. An ability to interact with other law enforcement agencies, social welfare agencies and public service organizations

4.Must have a valid Driver's License and be insurable under Saline County fleet insurance policy.

INTERESTED CANDIDATES please send information to:

Jeffery Ebel

Saline County Attorney

300 W. Ash, Room 302

Salina, KS 67401

Tel: (785) 309-5815

Fax: (785) 309-5816

Email: jeff.ebel@saline.org

Please click here to review the entire position description.

- Still Open As Of: August 2022

Deputy County Attorney - McPherson County

The McPherson County Attorney’s office has an opening for an Deputy County Attorney. Start date is as soon as possible. Prior experience preferred. Must pass a background check. Benefits are provided.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be graduate from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the State of Kansas.

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the prosecution of a wide variety of cases, including misdemeanor, felony and traffic cases. The position also includes Care & Treatment and Child in Need of Care cases or such cases as experience warrants. Opportunities for immediate, high level felony work are available to qualified applicants.

COMPENSATION: Competitive salary $95,000 - $100,000.00 dependent upon experience, with the possibility of a merit increase after one year and COLA raises when granted by the County. Benefit package (including KPERS, health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, etc.) is provided through McPherson County.

Send letter of application and resume with references to Jennifer Wyatt, McPherson County Attorney, 122 W. Marlin, Suite 201, McPherson, KS 67460. You may also email to: administrator@mcphersonca.org. McPherson County is an equal opportunity employer.

-Updated 5.2.23

Victim Witness Coordinator - Butler County

The Butler County Attorney’s Office has an immediate opening for a victim/witness coordinator. The victim/witness coordinator in the Butler County Attorney’s Office provides services to the victims and witnesses within the criminal justice system.  The victim/witness coordinator will work with the prosecution, law enforcement and the court system to ensure victims and witnesses are afforded all the rights and privileges as set forth in the Kansas Victim’s Bill of Rights and the Kansas Victim’s Rights constitutional amendment.  The victim/witness coordinator is committed to re-establishing a sense of trust and equilibrium in the lives of victims and witnesses.

Crucial to success in this position is a person who can develop and maintain professional working relationships with all staff members and attorneys, excellent written and verbal communication, and is detail oriented.  This position has access to sensitive and confidential information and must maintain confidentiality at all times.

Applicants may review the position description and submit an on-line application and resume at CivicHR | Applicant Tracking System (civicplushrms.com).

- Posted 3.22.23

Prosecutor - Shawnee County

The Shawnee County District Attorney’s Office has an opening for a prosecutor. This position will handle adult felonies. Applicants of any experience level will be considered.

Qualified applicants must be admitted to practice law in Kansas and be in good standing with the Kansas Supreme Court. Starting pay for this position is $75,000 for new attorneys, and goes up depending on experience. The position is full time and includes a competitive benefits package. Hiring bonus and relocation expenses are negotiable.

Applicants should submit their resume to Camryn.Bloom@snco.us

-Posted 3.8.23

Assistant Solicitor General, Solicitors Division - KS AG's Office

The Office of the Kansas Attorney General (OAG) is seeking aggressive-but-thoughtful appellate litigators to work with his Solicitor General to take on some of the most interesting and important legal issues the office handles.

The Solicitor General’s Office has two main responsibilities: (1) representing Kansas’ interests in civil and criminal appeals in state and federal courts, and (2) researching and drafting formal Attorney General Opinions requested by state officers. Assistant Solicitors also occasionally appear in trial courts for habeas suits and other quasi-appellate proceedings. An attorney in this division must have exceptional writing and research skills. Strategic vision, political savvy, and a desire to “think deep thoughts” about the law are likewise necessary. The successful candidate will be able to quickly see the second- and third-order effects of his or her legal arguments, both in a particular case and in the development of the law more broadly.

The complete job posting may be found here: Assistant Solicitor General, Solicitors Division

Annual Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience; expected hiring range $86,000 - $100,000/year

Job Application Process: 

Submit the following documents via email to careers@ag.ks.gov:

• Resume
• Cover Letter (optional)
• Writing sample
• Law school transcript if practicing law for less than four years

Application should note the number of appellate arguments and/or trial-court closing arguments the applicant has performed.

-Posted 2.27.23

Assistant AG, Criminal Division - KS AG's Office

Do you want to be part of a team of the best prosecutors in Kansas? The Office of the Kansas Attorney General (OAG) is seeking aggressive-but-thoughtful litigators to take on some of the most interesting and difficult criminal cases in the state. We aim to hire dynamic team players who exemplify the highest standards of integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment under a light supervisory hand. Maturity and a willingness to help others are critical. If you aspire to make a difference in our State, we invite you to submit your application.

The complete job posting may be found here: Assistant Attorney General, Criminal Division

Annual Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience; expected hiring range $86,000 - $100,000/year

Job Application Process: Submit the following documents via email to careers@ag.ks.gov:

• Resume
• Cover Letter (optional)
• Writing sample of no more than ten pages
• Law school transcript if practicing law for less than four years

Email or cover letter should indicate the section(s) and location(s) in which applicant is interested in working.

-Posted 2.27.23

Staff Attorney I, II, & III - Sedgwick County

The Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office is looking for motivated lawyers who want to be in the courtroom to represent the District Attorney and serve the citizens of State of Kansas. Whether your legal career has just begun or you have many years of experience but are in search of something new, this is your opportunity to work where doing the right thing for your community is your primary job duty. Starting minimum salaries: Staff Attorney I: $75,000+, Staff Attorney II: $80,000+, and Staff Attorney III: $85,000+. Contact us at administration@sedgwick.gov for more information.

-Posted 2.03.23

Legal Secretary - Anderson County

Under the supervision of the County Attorney, the Legal Secretary preforms difficult and varied legal and secretarial duties. The main duties of the position are to assist the County Attorney in the preparation of legal documents, court papers, correspondence for all criminal, juvenile, child in need a care, and traffic cases. This position also greets visitors and answers the telephone to facilitate the smooth operation of the office. This employee must exercise considerable independent judgment. Information handled in this office is of a confidential nature. Minimum Education and experience: High school education or G.E.D and two years related experience and/or training; or an associate degree or equivalent from two year-college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Resume with cover letter will be accepted at the Anderson County Attorney’s Office until the position is filled. Anderson County is an equal opportunity employer. Office Phone: (785) 448-5703

-Posted 2.03.23

Assistant County Attorney - Miami County

Immediate opening for an Assistant County Attorney in Miami County, Kansas.. Applicants must be licensed to practice in the State of Kansas. Experience in criminal or juvenile prosecution or defense preferred. Excellent benefits package. Background check will be required. Send cover letter, resume with references, and writing sample (if available) as soon as possible to  J. Colin Reynolds, email: creynolds@miamicoatty.org. The review of resumes will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

Please click here for additional information.

- Posted 1.04.23

Assistant County Attorney - Barton County

The Barton County Attorney’s Office has an opening for a full-time position of Assistant County Attorney. Duties include representing the State of Kansas in the prosecution of assigned criminal, juvenile, traffic, child in need of care and care and treatment cases, and on-call status on a rotating basis. Depending on experience, the successful candidate’s primary case assignments may include traffic, juvenile, and some adult criminal cases or may focus only on high-level person felonies.

Minimum qualifications include a juris doctorate from an accredited college or university and admission to the Kansas Bar. Membership in the Kansas Bar Association is preferred. July Bar Exam takers are encouraged to apply. Must exercise independent judgement, good organizational decision-making skills. Must have excellent communication skills, written and verbal, and must have the ability to interpret laws, regulations, local codes and legal documents. The position requires that the employee have no felony convictions and no misdemeanor convictions for crimes involving moral turpitude or dishonesty. Submission to a background check is a requirement of this position. Depending on experience, pay range is $80,000 to $99,000 plus benefits.

Submit a cover letter, resume and references via email to M. Levi Morris, Barton County Attorney, at levi.morris@bartoncounty.net.

Position will remain open until filled.

- Posted 1.04.23

County Attorney - Morris County

The Morris County Republican Central Committee will be accepting applications to fill the unexpired term of the Morris County Attorney.

Applicants must be admitted to practice law within the state of Kansas and must be in good standing with the Kansas Bar. A background check is required.

Duties of County Attorney are as stated in K.S.A. 19-701 et. seq., as well as other state statutes.

Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on December 16th, 2022. The Morris County Central Committee will meet on the 19 of December, 2022, to elect a qualified applicant to fill the unexpired term of the Morris County Attorney.

Please send application, resume, and references to Dave Baker, Chairman Morris County Central Committee, 807 Hockaday Street, Council Grove, Kansas 66846 or email to Dave.Baker@house.ks.gov.

- Posted 12.01.22

Prosecutor - Reno County

The Reno County District Attorney’s Office is taking applications for an Assistant District Attorney. Applicant will need to be a member of the Kansas Bar and willing to relocate to Reno County, Kansas. Starting salary is $66,318 and is negotiable based on experience.

Duties will include courtroom appearances, jury trials, and appellate work. Salary includes benefits, insurance, and payment of bar fees. Please send resume and cover letter with references to Thomas R. Stanton, Reno County District Attorney, 206 West First, 5th Floor, Hutchinson, Kansas 67501 or RenoDA@renogov.org Position open until filled.

- Updated 1.04.23

Multiple Attorney Roles - Sedgwick County

The Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office filed 2,475 adult criminal cases (2,342 felonies) in fiscal year 2021 and conducted 20,520 hearings before district judges. 20% of all felony sentences in Kansas were conducted in Sedgwick County. We are looking for motivated lawyers who want to be in the courtroom to represent the District Attorney and the citizens of State of Kansas in the prosecution of traffic cases, juvenile offenders, Child in Need of Care cases, felonies, misdemeanor crimes, and civil consumer protection actions.

We are currently hiring for the following attorney roles:

• Staff Attorney I: 0+ years of experience – Starting minimum salary $75,000
• Staff Attorney II: 2+ years of experience – Starting minimum salary $80,000
• Staff Attorney III: 5+ years of experience – Starting minimum salary $85,000

We offer a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical/Prescription plan administered by United Healthcare and Optum RX
• Sedgwick County pays 95% of the total monthly premium for the Medical/Prescription Plan
• Dental Plan administered by Delta Dental of Kansas
• Vision Plan administered by VSP
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account
• MetLife coverage options
• Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)
• 457(b) Retirement Savings Plan administered by Empower Financial

If you’d like to learn more about opportunities within our office, please contact us administration@sedgwick.gov.

- Posted 11.8.22

Assistant District Attorney I - Johnson County

Johnson County’s District Attorney Office is looking for a qualified applicant to fill the position of Assistant District Attorney I. The position is located at 150 West Santa Fe Street, Olathe, KS 66061 and provides excellent benefits, including health insurance, wellness programs and discounts, retirement programs, and various other discount programs. This announcement will be open until the position is filled.

This is a grant-funded position, and employment is contingent upon funding. The term of the grant is from August 1, 2021 through December 31, 2023.

Assistant District Attorney I Requirements:

Juris Doctorate and active Kansas license to practice law is required.*

*Applicants with a temporary Kansas license and applicants who will have a regular or temporary Kansas license within the next 90 days are eligible to apply. Temporary or regular Kansas law license must be secured prior to the start of employment.

Prosecution experience, such as a Legal Internship preferred.

Kansas or Missouri driver’s license is required.

The compensation range for this position is $80,468-$90,527.

- Updated 11.22.22

Assistant District Attorney I or Assistant District Attorney II - Johnson County

Johnson County’s District Attorney Office is looking for a qualified applicant to fill the position of Assistant District Attorney I or Assistant District Attorney II. The position is located at 150 W Santa Fe St., Olathe, KS 66061 and provides excellent benefits, including health insurance, wellness programs and discounts, retirement programs, and various other discount programs.

Assistant District Attorney I Requirements:

Juris Doctorate and active Kansas license to practice law is required.*

*Applicants with a temporary Kansas license and applicants who will have a regular or temporary Kansas license within the next 90 days are eligible to apply. Temporary or regular Kansas law license must be secured prior to the start of employment.

Prosecution experience, such as a Legal Internship preferred.

Kansas or Missouri driver’s license is required.

Assistant District Attorney II Requirements:

Juris Doctorate, active Kansas license to practice law, and at least two years of prosecution experience is required. Experience having served as lead counsel in at least ten criminal jury trials, thirty-forty criminal bench trials, or some combination thereof is required. May require KS/MO driver’s license.

Because this position may be filled as an Assistant District Attorney I or Assistant District Attorney II level depending upon the successful candidate's experience, the compensation range is $80,468-$108,437.

- Updated 11.8.22

Assistant County Attorney - Geary County

Position Summary: The Geary County Attorney’s Office is seeking to fill two (2) positions of Assistant County Attorney. The caseload of these positions will consist primarily of 1) Adult criminal, felony and misdemeanor, and traffic court; and , 2) Juvenile Prosecutor and Adult Criminal Prosecutor. Geary County participates in the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) and offers full benefits to full-time employees. Experience preferred but will consider entry level applicants.

For Complete Job Description and How to Apply: Complete On-Line Application at Current Job Opening . Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and writing sample to Krista Blaisdell, Geary County Attorney. You may also apply via email to Krista.Blaisdell@gearycounty.org.

Salary: DOE $60,000+

Date to Close: Open Until Filled - Position may close to applications without notice.

Hours: Monday-Friday, approximately 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

- Posted 8.30.22

Assistant County Attorney-Butler County

 

The Butler County Attorney's Office has an immediate opening for a permanent, full-time assistant county attorney.  Applicant must be a Juris Doctorate and have passed the Kansas bar.  Starting salary for this position is $73,000 with a sign-on bonus of $5000, paid in 2 installments. With a benefits package that includes health insurance and KPERS retirement. This position will be responsible for handling a variety of different case types and job duties will include courtroom appearances, trials and appellate work.

 

Please submit an application with cover letter, resume and references through our career portal at  https://www.bucoks.com/749/Job-Postings. A review of candidates will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled.

-Updated 12.19.22

Attorney - City of Topeka

The City of Topeka is seeking a public service minded attorney for a busy office that conducts daily court dockets prosecuting misdemeanor and traffic cases.  Duties include representing the City in trials, at-jail dockets, plea negotiations and diversions along with municipal code enforcement including DUI, drug, and traffic cases as well as Appeals to District court with occasional Appeals to the Kansas Court of Appeals.  

Experience writing motions and briefs (appellate) is beneficial and prior court room experience and experience as a prosecutor or defense attorney a plus.  

The successful candidate will work daily with local law enforcement agencies, code enforcement officers, animal control, municipal and district court judges, and local defense attorneys.

This position will be filled as either an Assistant Prosecution Attorney or an Associate Prosecution Attorney, commensurate with qualifications of the candidate selected.  Both positions require graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctorate and admission to the Kansas Bar (or eligible for admission on motion to the Kansas Bar pursuant to Kansas Supreme Court) and must possess and maintain a valid KS driver’s license and city insurable driving record. The Assistant Attorney is an entry level position with up to two years of experience and the Associate Attorney requires at least 3 years of experience in the legal profession as a licensed attorney.

Click here for Assistant Attorney position description. 

Click here for Associate Attorney position description.

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Annual entry salary:  $55,000 - $72,217 DOQ

To apply online, please visit https://www.topeka.org/careers

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

- Still Open As Of August 2022

Deputy County Attorney, I or II - Sumner County

Sumner County Attorney’s Office has an opening for a full time Deputy County Attorney I or II.

Applicants must have a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. Also, applicants must have a license to practice law in the State of Kansas and maintain license throughout employment.

The Deputy County Attorney I is a position appointed by and under the supervision of the County Attorney. The Deputy County Attorney I position involves various legal duties and responsibilities as provided by statues and as prescribed by the County Attorney. Responsibilities include the preparation and prosecution of cases involving the violation of criminal, civil, or traffic law. Work is performed under the general direction of the County Attorney, but the employee has considerable latitude for independent judgment and initiative within established policies.

Salary Range of $47,000-$60,000 DOQ exempt

Sumner County offers KPERS, Group Life Insurance, Single Health Insurance paid, Dental and vision offered with minimal employee contribution, Paid Holidays, Sick and Vacation Accrual

Click here to review the full job description and requirements. Apply at www.ksgovjobs.com

- Posted 2.10.22

Assistant City Prosecutor II - City of Olathe

The City of Olathe has an opening for a full-time Assistant City Prosecutor II. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking prosecutor who embraces technology and customer service. The Assistant City Prosecutor is responsible for all aspects of municipal prosecutions and appeals including appearing in court, conducting trials and all aspects of motion work; provides assistance with other civil and criminal matters within the jurisdiction of the city; performs legal research; prepares legal documents and opinions; authors and revises city ordinances; answers legal questions; advises the public, city departments and city management; provides training to stakeholders and assists the City Prosecutor and City Attorney as needed in matters within the jurisdiction of the city.

This position requires a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and three years increasingly responsible experience in municipal court and criminal law, including trial experience. Entry salary $73,411 - $93,232. Click here for full job description.

Please submit an application with cover letter, resume and references through our website. Candidates will be reviewed immediately and the position will remain open until filled.

- Posted 2.10.22

Assistant District Attorney I,II,III - Wyandotte County

The Unified Government of WyCo/KCK is seeking candidates who will be responsible for enforcing the laws of the State of Kansas, prosecuting cases ranging in levels of complexity and violations from misdemeanor to high-level felony, and representing the State’s interest. Graduation from an accredited school of law, Juris Doctorate, and 0 to 7 years of litigation experience. Licensed to practice law in Kansas. Salary: $4,241.47 - $6,532.94/mo. For a complete job description, minimum qualifications and application instructions please visit www.wycokck.org. Deadline: August 17, 2022

EOE

-  Still Open as of August 2022

Assistant County Attorney - Seward County

The Seward County Attorney’s Office has an immediate opening for an assistant county attorney with 0-3 years of experience with a license to practice law in Kansas. 

The position may include the prosecution of juvenile, felony, misdemeanor and/or traffic cases. 

Compensation depends on experience. Please send a letter of application, resume and references to Russell Hasenbank, Seward County Attorney, 415 N. Washington, Suite 106-107, Liberal KS 67901 or by email to rhasenbank@sewardcountyks.org.

- Still Open As Of: August 2022

Assistant County Attorney - Finney County

The Finney County Attorney's Office has an immediate opening for a permanent, full-time assistant county attorney.

The successful candidate will represent the State of Kansas at all levels of criminal prosecution, juvenile, child in need of care and traffic prosecution.

Position requirements include a Juris Doctor (J.D.) and one to five years of related experience. The successful candidate must be admitted to the practice of law and in good standing before the Supreme Court of the State of Kansas and able to pass a criminal background check.

Salary is commensurate with experience and includes a generous benefits package. Need to be willing to relocate to Finney County.

Submit an application with a cover letter, resume and references as soon as possible at srichmeier@finneycounty.org. The review of resumes will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled. EOE

- Still Open As Of: August 2022

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