Description:
Job Posting:Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes: Open Until Filled
Required documents uploaded by: When submitting the application
Kansas Department of Health and Environment:
Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions: Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State's Medicaid program, KanCare). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well-being of all Kansans.
Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9. KDHE does not provide sponsorships for this position.
E-Verify: Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here. For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here.
http://www.kdhe.ks.gov/
About the Position:
- Who can apply: Anyone (External)
- Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
- Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)
- Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
- Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
- Sponsorship: KDHE does not provide sponsorship for this position.
Compensation:
Annual Pay Range: $80,000 - $88,000
Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
Employment Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & Vacation leave
Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
Fitness Centers in select locations
Employee discounts with the STAR Program (http://oitsapps.ks.gov/da/ops/star/)
Retirement and deferred compensation programs
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… (http://oitsapps.ks.gov/da/ops/star/)
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
The Attorney, Public Health position (K0232618) will work as an attorney representing the Division of Public Health. File administrative orders, participate in prehearings and administrative hearings, and occasionally file briefs. Communicate with other attorneys and advise agency personnel regarding legal issues associated with Public Health programs. Provide legal advice to agency staff and programs regarding legal issues that arise.
Review and approve contracts from programs; review and approve regulations when needed.
As an attorney and handle matters regarding Kansas Open Records Act (KORA), Kansas Open Meetings Act, and records retention. Communicate with persons filing open records requests and advise agency staff on legal issues associated with KORA requests. Timely responses are required to when responding to requests.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Qualifications:
Education:
Employment Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & Vacation leave
Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
Fitness Centers in select locations
Employee discounts with the STAR Program (http://oitsapps.ks.gov/da/ops/star/)
Retirement and deferred compensation programs
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… (http://oitsapps.ks.gov/da/ops/star/)
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
The Attorney, Public Health position (K0232618) will work as an attorney representing the Division of Public Health. File administrative orders, participate in prehearings and administrative hearings, and occasionally file briefs. Communicate with other attorneys and advise agency personnel regarding legal issues associated with Public Health programs. Provide legal advice to agency staff and programs regarding legal issues that arise.
Review and approve contracts from programs; review and approve regulations when needed.
As an attorney and handle matters regarding Kansas Open Records Act (KORA), Kansas Open Meetings Act, and records retention. Communicate with persons filing open records requests and advise agency staff on legal issues associated with KORA requests. Timely responses are required to when responding to requests.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Other legal duties as assigned including environment law, civil litigation or issues of agency wide importance.
- Other duties may include research, providing legal advice or representing the agency in administrative cases.
Qualifications:
Education:
Juris Doctorate
Licensing & Certification:
Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.
Must have Juris Doctorate and valid KS bar license and be in good standing.
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
Recruiter Contact Information
Name: Keely Middendorf
Email: keely.middendorf@ks.gov
Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612
Job Application Process
Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions"
Required Documents for this Application to be Complete
Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
Transcripts
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)
Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents”
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/services/state-employment-center/veterans)
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 (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 t
Valid Driver's License - Incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid driver's license when operating a state vehicle, a private vehicle, or a rental vehicle for the benefit of the State.
Must have Juris Doctorate and valid KS bar license and be in good standing.
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with personnel matters including civil rights and ADA complaints.
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
- Proofreading, editing, attention to detail
- Experience in providing legal advice to senior and executive staff of a governmental agency.
- Experience with drafting, promulgating, and defending administrative regulations and policies.
- Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions (https://www.ksrevenue.gov/faqs-taxclearance.html)
Name: Keely Middendorf
Email: keely.middendorf@ks.gov
Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson St. Suite 580 Topeka, KS 66612
Job Application Process
- First Sign in or register as a New User.
- Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
- Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
- 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
Required Documents for this Application to be Complete
Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
Transcripts
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)
Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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/services/state-employment-center/veterans)
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 (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 t
