Description:
All positions require that the applicant be a resident of Wyandotte county or willing to relocate within (12) months from the date of hire. As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer physical examination and drug screen. And submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.Job Description:
The mission of the Legal Department is to provide quality and cost effective legal and related services for the Unified Government, both in its role as a city and as a county, the Board of Public Utilities, and Boards and Commissions of the Unified Government. The department provides legal opinions for elected officials, the County Administrator, and UG and BPU staff; is responsible for all litigation opinions for elected officials, the County Administrator, and UG and BPU staff; is responsible for all litigation filed against or on behalf of any of those entities; reviews and prepares contracts; drafts and reviews policies, ordinances and resolutions; provides representations in lawsuits, claims and tax appeal cases; conducts delinquent tax sales; acquires property through the eminent domain process; and prosecutes all violations of city ordinances in Municipal Court. This position will support the Municipal Court Prosecutors in addition to other duties.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate degree in Law and three years of civil litigation or related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Membership in the Kansas State Bar and License to practice law in the State of Kansas required.
