As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer criminal history background check, physical examination and drug screen. All employees must also submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.
The Unified Government Legal Department experiences a range of exciting opportunities unusual in today’s legal profession. Our attorneys interact with and provide legal opinions to elected officials, the County Administrator, and UG and BPU staff. Our team exists to provide quality and cost effective legal and related services for its client: the unified city and county government, the Board of Public Utilities, as well as many other boards and commissions. We handle or monitor litigation filed against or on behalf of the UG, BPU, or its representatives. We review and prepare contracts and draft and review policies, ordinances, and resolutions. We handle claims and tax appeal cases and conduct delinquent tax sales. We acquire property through eminent domain process, and we prosecute all violations of city ordinances in Municipal Court.
And we do all of this in a collaborative environment that provides a second-to-none work experience with NO billable hours! We are excited to announce that we are adding to our team of legal professionals. We are seeking a quality candidate who once selected will have the opportunity to represent the UG or BPU in litigation or claims, review contracts, attend various board meetings, and collaborate with staff on general municipal matters.
Thank you for considering our team in your search. A legal career in public service is both challenging and rewarding – we are excited to hear from you!
Qualifications
Juris Doctorate degree and licensed to practice law in the State of Kansas required.
Salary Range:
$76,190.40 - $93,558.40yearly
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values an inclusive workforce.
If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call (913) 573-5660 or email jobs@wycokck.org.
Company: Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS
Kansas City, Kansas is the third largest city in the state of Kansas and is the county seat of Wyandotte County. It is part of a unique consolidated city-county government known as the Unified Government (UG). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Located on the eastern border of the State of Kansas, we are part of a greater metropolitan area of nearly two million people that includes Kansas City, Missouri, and suburbs on both sides of the state line. The city is situated at Kaw Point, which is the junction of the Missouri and Kansas rivers.
Unified Government Of Kansas City, Kansas and Wyandotte County is located at 701 N 7th St, Kansas City, Kansas, 66101.
Click here for a listing of open positions - http://www.wycokck.org/jobs/.
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. Public law requires all new appointees to submit proof of identity and employment eligibility. The Human Resources Department provides several options for you to choose from when applying for a position with the UG.
Apply by E-mail: Complete the Unified Government Application save application on pc and email as an attachment to jobs@wycokck.org
Apply in Person within the Human Resources Department
Apply by Mail: 701 N. 7th Street, Rm. 646, Kansas City, KS 66101
Apply by fax: (913) 573-5006
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
